Board of Directors
Join The Board!
Thank you for your interest in serving on the Blackhawk SHRM's Board of Directors.
Service on the Board of Directors is an enjoyable and rewarding experience. It is also a great honor and responsibility which requires engagement and presence both physically and mentally. While each position has a specific position description, here are some general responsibilities that should be considered before deciding to run for office:
Participate often. This includes attending chapter meetings and board meetings. It also includes being prepared for board meetings, asking critical questions, and helping the board come to agreement in making decisions that affect chapter membership.
Grow personally. Know or build your knowledge about your chapter, SHRM, and its governing bylaws. Learn about SHRM and its role with your chapter. The SHRM Leaders Guide is available online in the Volunteer Leaders’ Resource Center (VLRC) to assist you. Stay informed of trends in the field of human resources and timely issues affecting your chapter.
Maintain professionalism. Be willing to provide contacts and resources to help your chapter grow and develop as an organization. Uphold confidentiality, as appropriate, of chapter Board issues and membership data. Be a chapter member in good standing and maintain a SHRM membership.
A few of the benefits of becoming a chapter Board member include:
- Blackhawk SHRM membership dues and monthly chapter meeting fees are waived.
- Reimbursement of SHRM membership; up to 100% if not employer funded.
- Free attendance to WI State SHRM Leadership Conference.
- An opportunity to be recognized as a leader in the field of human resources.
- Hours spent as a volunteer also count towards SHRM certification credits.
The opportunity to attend SHRM’s Annual Volunteer Leader Business Meeting in November. Conference is FREE for Chapter President OR President-Elect. The conference registration fee for other chapter board members is reduced. Accommodations for this event may also be provided for eligible board members.
If you have any questions regarding this information or you would like to get more information about a specific board position, please fill out our nomination form today!
Open Positions (2026 Term)
President
Kyle Collinge SHRM-CP
Kyle graduated from Central Michigan University in 2019 with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management and a minor in Leadership. During his time at CMU, he received the Senior Leadership Award for his extensive volunteer work supporting incoming students through programs focused on leadership success. Kyle was also a founding member of Central Michigan’s leadership fraternity, Chi Phi, where he served in multiple board roles and contributed to the organization earning its charter in just two years.
Kyle held several managerial roles during and after college before joining Blain’s Farm & Fleet in 2020 as part of the store management team. In 2024, he was promoted into the Human Resources department as an HR Business Partner, where he supports field leaders with associate relations, succession planning, and strategic partnership initiatives.
When he’s not working, Kyle is usually traveling with his wife, playing with their two cats, or passionately rooting for the LA Dodgers and the Detroit Lions.
Treasurer
Colleen Tilton
My name is Colleen Tilton, and I serve as the Director of Human Resources at Blackhawk Community Credit Union in Janesville, Wisconsin. I hold an MBA from the UW-Whitewater and have worked in the credit union industry for 20 years. Throughout my career, I have focused on building strong workplace cultures, developing leaders, supporting employee growth, and attracting top talent. In my current role, I oversee employee relations, performance management, compensation, benefits, and recruitment.
I am the proud mom of two amazing children. My 16-year-old son, Chris, is an avid golfer who enjoys spending time on the course whenever he can. My daughter attends the University of Wisconsin-Madison and hopes to pursue a career in nursing. In my spare time, I enjoy watching football, exercising, and reading.
Professional Development Director
Kat Dierksmeier SHRM-CP
Kat Dierksmeier graduated with honors from Cardinal Stritch University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Business and Management and a certification in Human Resources. She brings more than 12 years of experience in human resources and earned her SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential in July 2024.
Kat currently serves as the Director of Human Resources for IMT Brands, where she has been a valued member of the team since May 2022. She oversees all aspects of human resources, including compliance, employee training and development, benefits administration, recruitment, and employee relations. Kat is passionate about building strong teams, supporting employee growth, and aligning HR strategies with business objectives. She takes pride in creating a workplace where employees can thrive while helping the organization grow, adapt, and succeed. Her approach to HR centers on balancing the needs of the business with the people who make its success possible.
Outside of work, Kat enjoys spending time with her husband, Drew, their four children—Lily (15), Emmy (5), Thomas (3), and William (1)—and their dog, Stitch. When she finds time for herself, she enjoys running and is working toward checking a marathon off her bucket list in July 2027. She is also an avid baseball fan and a proud Milwaukee Brewers supporter.
