NAE Staff Profiles

James V. Nelson, Executive Director

Jim joined the Nevada Association of Employers in 1996 as a Human Resources Representative.  In 1999 Jim was named Executive Director of NAE.  Jim has almost 30 years experience in the unemployment insurance field.  He was responsible for the total unemployment administration for over 400 Nevada employers.  His background includes unemployment hearings, charge statement audits, presentation of progressive discipline seminars, and legislative matters including lobbying.  His relationship with the Employment Security Division has resulted in positive regulatory changes for Nevada employers.

Jim is committed to providing superior Human Resource consulting and training services to the Nevada business community.  Empowering members with up-to-date information enables them to problem solve and remain in compliance with the ever changing and expanding federal and state regulations facing employers today.

He is a graduate of the University of Nevada Las Vegas, with a BA degree in Criminal Justice.  Jim is currently on the Board of Directors of  Nevadaworks and the Employer Associations of America.

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Rob Parker, Human Resources Representative

Rob joined the NAE in 1997.  Prior to that, he held the position of Regional Human Resources Director for an international distribution firm, and Vice President of Human Resources for a major financial institution.  He brings 30 years of HR generalist experience to the NAE, in both southern and northern Nevada.  Rob is a graduate of the University of Nevada Las Vegas, with a BS in Business Administration, majoring in Human Resource Management.

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Cathy Sprinkel, Membership Services/Ancillary Services

Cathy Sprinkel joined NAE in June, 2011, bringing with her a history of business ownership and a vast array of office management experience with a focus on human resources and internal accounting in the legal, construction, banking, and medical professional recruitment industries.   Cathy has lived in the Reno area most of her life and attended UNR.   At NAE, Cathy is responsible for Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Database Management, Employee Opinion Surveys and other various office management duties.

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