Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) at Broward College

• Voluntary and welcoming to all employees
• Encourage lifelong learning, growth, and development
• Operate in safe and respectful spaces
• Observe Broward College policies, procedures, and core values

1. Gather employees who share common interests
2. Obtain ERG administrative sponsor
3. Complete the ERG application
4. Receive approval from the Talent and Culture Department
5. Promote and market the ERG to attract additional members

1. ERG(s) should be employee-driven and relate to employee interests
2. ERG leaders must secure support from an administrative sponsor (Dean or AVP)
3. ERGs include leader(s) and members/allies
4. Access the tool kit for more details about ERGs and to submit an application

ERG Budget Request Form

Annual Engagement Form

Administrative Support Professionals Network (ASPN)

The mission is to empower and elevate the administrative and executive assistant community at Broward College by creating a collaborative space that promotes the sharing of knowledge and skills.

Elizabeth Molina, Sponsor | ecarrand@broward.edu
Todd Bernhardt, Sponsor | tbernhar@broward.edu
Cindy A. Howe | chowe@broward.edu
Francisco Nelson | fnelson@broward.edu
Giannela Haddad | ghaddad@broward.edu
Leila Bijoux | lbijoux@broward.edu

Eagles & Birdies Golf

Eagles & Birdies ERG supports workplace employee connection efforts while strengthening a sense of belonging by encouraging social interaction and conversation through the game of golf. It builds on a total wellness approach using golf activities to promote physical, social, and mental wellness awareness.

Brian Harrison, Sponsor | bharris@broward.edu
Robert Diaz | rdiaz3@broward.edu

Emerging Leaders

The mission of the Emerging Leaders Group is to provide emerging leaders with leadership development opportunities, access to college and community leadership, and networking opportunities.

Janice Stubbs, Sponsor | jstubbs@broward.edu
Candice Maharaj | cmaharaj@broward.edu
Jonelle Orridge | jorridge@broward.edu

Fun Fleet

To build a sense of community connection among Broward College employees through camaraderie, celebration, and fun.

Betsy Lopez, Sponsor | blopez@broward.edu
Alexis Kitchman | akitchma@broward.edu
Katrina Cosme | kcosme@broward.edu

Healthy Choices - Fitness & Wellness

Create a safe place to discuss the benefits of a healthy lifestyle through physical activity and nutrition. To support Broward College's mission, faculty and staff will learn how to locate, evaluate, and use credible information sources to foster informative discussions, promote wellness, and contribute to lifelong learning.

Karen Parker, Sponsor | kparker@broward.edu
Alex Calmes, Ally | vcalmes@broward.edu
Wanda Sims | wsims@broward.edu

One World

One World aims to foster a supportive and fun environment, inspired by the spirit of travel and exploration, where we celebrate our shared experiences and personal connections.

Ana Ovalles, Sponsor | aovalles@broward.edu
Juan Rosa, Ally | jrosa2@broward.edu
Melvin Rosa | mrosa1@broward.edu

Pickleball Legends

Participation in the sport of pickleball can enhance the well-being of employees, foster team building, and provide a fun and engaging way to socialize with colleagues. This activity can improve your physical and mental health and strengthen relationships with your coworkers. This can lead to a more positive and productive work environment.

Luz Negron-Alvarez, Sponsor | lnegrona@broward.edu
Esther Marte | emarte@broward.edu
Malene Robinson | mrobins4@broward.edu

PTS Council

To support the personal and professional growth of Professional & Technical Staff (PTS) and develop a trust, transparency, and collaboration network across Broward College.

Kimberly McCarey, Sponsor | kmccarey@broward.edu
Roberto Rodriguez | rrodrigu@broward.edu

Stronger Together: Empowerment Through Connection

To bring colleagues together to find support through the spirit of community and connectedness. Stronger Together aims to create an environment of compassion, belonging, respect, and dignity to increase the success of our staff while strengthening our college.

Michelle Levine, Sponsor | mlevine1@broward.edu
Aiyeesha Hill | ahill@broward.edu
Naomi Hammond | nhammond@broward.edu