Join us and network
Learn alongside other pay and benefits professionals across Central Connecticut and Western Massachusetts.
Our mission
To be a source of relevant and timely information on compensation, benefits, work-life balance, recognition, performance management, and talent development for Total Rewards professionals in the Central Connecticut and Western Massachusetts areas.
We achieve this by offering WorldatWork certification courses, creating and delivering educational Total Rewards programming, and fostering a Total Rewards community among our members through networking opportunities and active information-sharing. As a WorldatWork chapter, we leverage the national association's capabilities and reach by facilitating our members' interests and concerns.
The benefits of membership
Why join? Because the work is better with a community behind it.
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A professional community
Connect with peers to share information, solve problems, and build your network across the region.
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Discounted education
Receive deep discounts on CTRA-sponsored WorldatWork certification courses.
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Events and dinners
Attend dinners and networking sessions at reduced cost, covering Total Rewards, employment law, and current business trends.
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Local opportunities
Learn about compensation and benefits employment opportunities close to home.
A WorldatWork affiliate
As a WorldatWork affiliate, the Colonial Total Rewards Association offers local practitioners networking advantages, professional development opportunities, exclusive featured content, and discounted pricing on WorldatWork education and membership.
WorldatWork brings together professionals from around the world to provide education, leadership, and community dedicated to elevating employee experiences and organizational performance. By its own account, it has set the standard in rewards best practices and human capital leadership for more than 65 years, and a large majority of the Global 500 rely on WorldatWork education and certified professionals.
Premier Affiliate
Globally recognized certifications offered through WorldatWork include:
- CCP
- CBP
- CCP-C
- GRP
- CECP
- CSCP
Upcoming events
This section will list upcoming dinners, networking sessions, and WorldatWork course offerings.
Board of Directors
To reach a board member, send a note through the membership form below.
- PresidentCheryl D’Angelo
- TreasurerJerry Kardas
- SecretaryTo be confirmed
- CommunicationsMarc Kroll
- MembershipAnnette Ruchwa
- ProgramsTo be confirmed
- Director at LargeDan Purushotham
- Director at LargeBetsy Larson
Join CTRA
Membership is open to compensation, benefits, and Total Rewards professionals working in Central Connecticut and Western Massachusetts. Complete the form and our membership team will be in touch.