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• St. Louis - NHRA HR Professional Certification Study Group 2024

  • Start
    5 Sep 2024
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  • End
    21 Nov 2024
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  • Schedule
    12 sessions
  • Location
    Virtual - Zoom link provided prior to start date

  
  

  If you are ready to take the next step in advancing your HR career, join us as we prepare to take the PHR/SPHR exam.  

  To assist you in your preparation NHRA St. Louis offers another benefit for our members, the NHRA PHR/SPHR Study Group. Non-NHRA members may join for a fee. 

  This is a structured support system and educational setting for those members who are interested in pursuing PHR and SPHR certification. Exams can be taken any date of the year.

  This group will meet once a week on Thursday evenings starting September 5, 2024 from 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm CST. 

  This is an excellent forum for HR certification exam prep support, learning and motivation - all facilitated by seasoned HR professionals. 

  Register below to join us! 

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• National - Future Proofing HR: Digital Readiness for Today and Tomorrow

  • When
    6 Nov 2024
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Registered
    52 registrants

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  Guest Speakers:

  Jamy Conrad

  Jamy Conrad is the VP of People & HR at TrustRadius, where she leads HR initiatives that align with business strategy, fostering a culture of trust and growth. With over 15 years of HR experience and SHRM-SCP certification, she is an expert in People Ops and HR technology.
  
  As an advisor with PeopleTech Partners, Tag4HR, and ChangeEngine, Jamy provides strategic insights on leveraging tech to enhance employee experiences. Her leadership in HR technology and commitment to improving workplace culture make her a respected voice in the field.

  Mercedes Sullivan

  Mercedes Sullivan is the VP, Storefront Architect for the People Team at TIAA, leading AI-enabled employee experiences. Previously, she was VP, Head of People Team PMO, overseeing HR productization and agile transformation.
  
  

  Before TIAA, Mercedes led program delivery at Symphonic Strategies and was Head of Financial Services Custom Research at CEB (now Gartner), advising global financial institutions

  A former national tennis champion from Mexico, and a top 30 world junior tennis player, Mercedes attended Boston College on a tennis scholarship and holds degrees in International Studies from Boston College and the University of Sydney.

  Event Summary:
  

  Join us for an insightful panel discussion with Mercedes Sullivan and Jamy Conrad, two trailblazers in HR and HR Tech, as they share their expertise on digital readiness in HR departments. This session will explore how HR leaders can navigate the evolving digital landscape to enhance operations, drive strategic initiatives, and create a workforce that's resilient and future-ready. Discover the practical steps, tools, and strategies that top organizations are implementing to stay ahead.

  Discussion Objectives:

  • Define Digital Readiness in HR: Examine what digital readiness means for HR departments today, including key indicators and the role it plays in organizational success.
  • Identify Key Digital Challenges: Discuss common challenges that HR departments face in adopting digital tools and platforms, and explore ways to overcome these hurdles effectively.
  • Explore Real-World Examples: Mercedes and Jamy will share examples of successful digital transformations within their organizations, providing practical insights into what works and what doesn’t.
  • Discuss Tools and Technologies: Analyze current tools, technologies, and platforms available for HR digitalization, with a focus on what is most beneficial for different types and sizes of organizations.
  • Provide Actionable Takeaways: Equip attendees with concrete steps and strategies to assess their own digital readiness and start building a roadmap for successful digital transformation in HR.

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• Rochester - Benefit Auction

  • When
    7 Nov 2024
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    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Midvale Country Club (2387 Baird Rd, Penfield, NY 14526)

  
  

  Join us for our 27th Annual Benefit Auction!

  Thursday, November 7th, 2024, 6:00PM at Midvale Country Club

  The National Human Resources Association has focused on the development of human resources management professionals for more than 70 years. Our local Rochester Affiliate is dedicated to giving back to our community by supporting local nonprofits that work to advance employment opportunities in the Rochester region.

  We are pleased to be working with Charles Settlement House and Community Place of Greater Rochester (CSH/CPGR) to support employment-related services in the intellectual and developmental disabilities programs of these affiliated agencies.

  · What they do: The dedicated staff of CSH/CPGR help residents with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities in the Greater Rochester area gain employment by: matching clients with employers; providing resume preparation support; training clients on the skills needed for on-the-job success; addressing socio-economic barriers to employment including transportation, certifications, and job-related clothing requirements; and ongoing on-the-job coaching support.

  · A Win-Win Relationship: Employment provides a sense of pride and independence for clients, and provides a reliable, capable workforce for employers.

  

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• Silicon Valley - Horrible Bosses: How to Avoid Hiring, Creating, and Nurturing Them

  • When
    12 Nov 2024
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    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    UCSC Extension, 3175 Bowers Ave., Santa Clara, California
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   JOIN US IN-PERSON or VIRTUALLY!

  Horrible Bosses: How to Avoid Hiring, Creating, and Nurturing Them

  
  

  We’ve all heard the statistic that 75% of employees have left a job because of their manager. Horrible bosses abound, but where did they come from? In this session, we’ll explore how this phenomenon happens, ways to avoid repeating the mistakes that create a thriving environment for horrible bosses, and introduce strategies to help you nurture good bosses.

  This presentation will take you on the journey, reveal the tools and processes used to evaluate and address challenges and chart a new course (complete with ongoing course corrections).  You will leave this session with practical techniques you can use in your organization tomorrow.

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  LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  • Define factors that lead to horrible bosses (bad management, ineffective leadership)
  • Identify environments and cultures that nurture horrible boss behavior
  • Learn strategies to help managers become good bosses
    

  
  

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  5:30 PM IN-PERSON NETWORKING (dinner included)

  6:00 PM VIRTUAL SESSION BEGINS

  6:05 PM LEGAL UPDATES
  

  6:15 PM PROGRAM

  7:15 PM Q&A

  
  

  ABOUT THE SPEAKERS

  
  

  Maggie Elkin is currently the Head of People at Lygos- a sustainable chemical start-up based in Hayward, CA.  Maggie has over 20 years of experience in global human resources and organizational leadership focusing on late stage start-ups.  A self proclaimed labor law nerd, Maggie has proudly learned labor law for over fifteen countries (partially because it was fun).  She enjoys the challenge of creative problem solving and strives to create spaces where everyone can achieve their potential.  When she is not working, Maggie enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and baking.

  
  

  
  

  Liz Upchurch, CPCC, ACC, is a personal development coach and facilitator. In 2024, she launched Undeniable Potential, a coaching and development organization dedicated to helping new managers who feel overwhelmed find their footing so they can be confident leaders. In addition to coaching, Liz brings over 20 years of experience in facilitating training, leading and managing teams, and designing engaging programs. She has earned credentials as a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) from CTI (Coach Training Institute) and as an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) from the International Coaching Federation. When she’s not coaching and facilitating, Liz enjoys traveling to new places, listening to podcasts and audio books, and getting creative with one of her many crafting hobbies.
  

  
  

  
  

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• Ventura County - Legal Update Panel: Navigating Employment Law for 2025

  • When
    13 Nov 2024
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    7:20 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    Palm Garden Hotel, 495 N. Ventu Park Rd. Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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  Legal Update Panel: Navigating Employment Law for 2025
  

  (NOTE: This event will be offered both in-person and online. Please select the ticket type that reflects how you will attend.)
  

  
  

  This Program will start promptly at 7:30, so please arrive early so you don't miss content!

  
  

  Join us for an essential Employment Law Update featuring top attorneys who will provide insights into the latest legal changes, challenges, and best practices for businesses. This is your chance learn about new regulations and developments that could impact your business.

  
  

  As the most reasonable legal update in town, we hope you will join us for this event, in person or streaming LIVE!

  
  

  What to expect:

  • Expert Guidance:  Hear from experienced employment attorneys who specialize in defending businesses in labor law matters.
  • Latest Legal Trends: Learn about the new laws, rulings, and compliance updates you need to be aware of for 2025.

  
  

  

  
  

  
  

  Laura Withrow

  Owner, Withrow Employment Law, P.C.

  
  

  Laura has been one of the top-rated employment law attorneys in California for the past several years and has been recognized as a Super Lawyer for the past five years. Her practice encompasses all aspects of employment law, including litigation defense, representation of employers in hearings before administrative agencies, management training, and counseling employers on issues relating to employment agreements, commission plans, hiring, firing, and other personnel matters.  Laura has 25 years of litigation experience and provides her clients with the piece of mind to know that their employment law issues will be resolved in a cost-effective and expedient manner.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Ryan M. Haws

  Partner and Advice & Counsel Department Chair

  Ryan practices in the areas of employment law advice and counsel and employment litigation. With a background in social work and past legal experience with employment and family law matters, he focuses on proactive resolution of workplace disputes while aggressively defending his clients’ interests, and provides guidance to employers on complying with legal standards while preserving business productivity and employee morale.
  

  
  

  
  

  

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  7:20 AM Registration & Networking

  7:30 -10:30 AM Program and Q&A

  
  

  
  

  This event is approved for 3.0 credit hours for both HRCI & SHRM credits.

  
  

       

  
  

  
  

  

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• ROC - Pro-ROC 2024 Fall Job Fair

  • When
    14 Nov 2024
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    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Memorial Art Gallery located at 500 University Ave. Rochester, NY 14607
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  Pro-ROC Launches their Annual Fall Job Fair Event!

  Rochester, NY – The Professional Recruiters of Rochester (Pro-ROC), along with the local Rochester chapter of the National Human Resources Association (NHRA), is excited to host an in-person hiring event from 9:00 AM to 12:00PM, on Thursday, November 14^th at the Memorial Art Gallery located at 500 University Ave. Rochester, NY 14607.  

  Are you looking to boost your brand awareness and find candidates for your vacancies? This event has limited availability for employers so grab your table while it's still available! Join other local employers and advertise your positions ranging from production, customer support, and patient care, to skilled roles in engineering, administration, nursing, as well as careers in management. 

  We will also have an available photograph who will offer Free Professional Headshots for all company attendees, and job seekers! 

  Interested in sponsoring this event? Please reach out to Matt Blakeslee (matt.blakeslee@aleragroup.com) or Miranda Leo (miranda@jkexec.com) for more information!
  

  Questions about the event? Reach out to prorocnhra@gmail.com 

  
  

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• St. Louis - The Magnificent Manager Advantage: The 12 Winning Habits of Great Team Leaders Who Deliver Outstanding Team Results

  • When
    14 Nov 2024
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    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    1030 Woodcrest Terrace Drive

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  The Magnificent Manager Advantage: The 12 Winning Habits of Great Team Leaders Who Deliver Outstanding Team Results

  With Russell Kern, CEO/Founder of Kern and Partners

  The 12 Winning Habits that Attract, Grow and Retain Top Talent Who Drive Exceptional Team Performance 

  The roles of all senior and mid-level managers are challenging. The job of "manager" is not for the faint of heart, but it sits at the core of every aspect of business success. 

  In Russell's presentation, he provides fresh perspectives on the problems managers are facing in our post-Covid, hybrid, new, generationally-defined workforce. He shows how to improve engagement and retention by meeting the 12 core needs with the workforce by mastering the proven habits that attract, grow and retain talent who inspire outstanding team performances. 

  You will leave this session: 

  • Realizing why NOW is the time to rethink the impact managers have on a business's culture, engagement, customer satisfaction and business growth. 
  • Understanding the financial and cultural benefits of prioritizing manager development that increase employee engagement. 
  • Gaining insights into three mega trends causing leaders to rethink many of their legacy policies and structures. 
  • Learning simple, low-cost, actionable steps to enhance employee retention and collaboration. 
  • Knowing how to use The 12 Winning Habits of Magnificent Managers as a development road map for long-term positive behavior change. 

  
  

  Russell Kern has distilled over four decades of hands-on experience and countless hours of employee engagement research into actionable insights for developing magnificent managers who attract, grow, and retain top talent and inspire outstanding team performance. 

  With a career that spans from a garage start-up to leading a 400-person national creative agency, his work in leadership and manager development offers a long-term behavior change for substantial positive business results. His methods are not theoretical. They are built from academic research and proven globally to improve employee retention, customer satisfaction, sales, and profits. 

  
  

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• Orange County - Social Connections: Winter

  • When
    14 Nov 2024
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    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Orange County - 18012 Mitchell South, Irvine, CA 92614
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  Join Us in Partnership with Orange County United
  Way and Tanaka Farms to Support Homelessness
  and Hunger Awareness Month

  Our Social Connections event, in partnership with Orange County United Way and Tanaka Farms, will help to raise awareness and support for Homelessness and Hunger Awareness Month. As the winter season approaches, addressing food and housing instability is more urgent than ever.

  For 100 years, Orange County United Way has made a lasting impact through community programs. Tanaka Farms, a proud partner, donates proceeds from food sales to fund outreach efforts to combat hunger.

  This is a great opportunity to network with local professionals, give back, and support a meaningful cause.

         

          

  
  

  
  

  
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  Orange County United Way

  18012 Mitchell South, Irvine, CA 92614

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  GET INVOLVED Help the United Way prepare for the holidays and the cold winter season by donating non-perishable food items during our event. Your generosity will ensure that local families in need have nutritious meals during the colder months. Every contribution makes a difference in fighting hunger and spreading warmth in our community! Can't make it but still want to donate? Drop off non-perishable food directly to the United Way beforehand. Annual Sponsors

  
  

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• WNY - Navigating Change: A Roadmap for HR Change Leadership in the Modern Workplace

  • When
    21 Nov 2024
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    8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
  • Location
    Buffalo Marriott HarborCenter 95 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14203

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  Over the past five years, HR professionals and managers have navigated dramatic changes in the workforce and employees' expectations, which have created resistance to workplace policies, procedures, and new initiatives. Technology innovations, changing workplace norms, and different generational values are stress-testing the HR systems of the past, resulting in a perfect storm for burnout, decreased employee engagement, and performance challenges. However, HR professionals can overcome these challenges to create a high-performance and safe organizational culture by leading change with a new roadmap. The new approach to managing change requires skills in collaborative decision-making, inclusive communication, purpose clarity, and strategic thinking.
  
  

  Join Momentum to Change for an interactive workshop where you will learn to:

  • Apply strategies to lead successful change initiatives confidently as an HR professional.
  • Assess why employees will resist change and how to overcome resistance.
  • Develop a new adaptive mindset that is required to lead through uncertainty.

  Momentum to change helps organizations drive change initiatives for the modern workforce and develop leaders’ capabilities to manage change initiatives now and for the future of work. 

  This program is eligible for SHRM credit and HRCI credit.

  

  About our Speakers:

  Jonathan Hulbert
  

  Jon is the Co-Founder of Momentum to Change. He has worked as a leadership and organizational development facilitator with over 60 colleges, universities, and non-profit organizations. He works as an Organizational Change Management Specialist in Human Resources for the University of Southern California and previously served in this role at the University at Buffalo. As an Adjunct Professor in the Higher Education Administration Graduate Program at Buffalo State University (BSU), Jon teaches organizational leadership, assessment, and innovation courses. In 2019, he received the Workforce Game Changer Award through WorkForce Magazine, given to 40 high-potential professionals under 40 who are some of the nation's best workforce development practitioners and strategists.

  Alex Barilec
  
  

  Alex Barilec is the Co-Founder of Momentum to Change and a Leadership Coach who’s on a mission to help people managers improve their ability to connect, communicate, and coach their teams. He is an Associate Certified Coach with the International Coach Federation. For the past five years, he has coached dozens of leaders across diverse industries, from education and technology to healthcare and government. He specializes in 1:1 coaching and group training on developing coaching skills for managers, and he leads workshops to help teams improve their well-being in the workplace. 

  
  

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• Ventura County - Holiday Bash

  • When
    4 Dec 2024
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    5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Palm Garden Hotel - 495 N Ventu Park Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
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  Join us for an evening of festive networking with fellow HR professionals. Enjoy delicious appetizers, drink tickets, and exciting raffle prizes throughout the night. It’s our way of showing appreciation for all you do and providing a space to connect and celebrate. Plus, it's a great opportunity to network.

  
  

  Appetizers and 1-drink ticket will be provided with Registration.

  
  

  
  

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• Orange County - 2025 Legal Update

  • When
    11 Dec 2024
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    7:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Location
    Irvine Marriott - 18000 Von Karman Ave Irvine CA 92617

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  Stay Ahead of Employment Law Changes: Join Our 2025 Legal Update

  California has long been, and remains, one of the most challenging states in the country for employers. With a myriad of new laws and case developments, 2024 promises to continue California’s reputation as a complicated labyrinth for employment law compliance.

  Join NHRA Orange County and featured speakers Maria Stearns and Brandon Sylvia from Rutan & Tucker, LLP for the 2025 Legal Update to hear about important employment law changes. They will summarize new employment laws for 2025, discuss significant cases from 2024 and their anticipated impact on employers.

  Attendees will learn about the new and evolving laws and regulations governing workplaces and compliant practices, and gain insight into identifying potential problem areas for further analysis and risk mitigation.

  
  

  
  

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• St. Louis - ELEVATE: Powering Up the Next Generation of Leaders

  • When
    19 Dec 2024
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    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    1030 Woodcrest Terrace Drive

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  ELEVATE: Powering Up the Next Generation of Leaders

  With Ryan McCrea, MAIOP, Manager, Learning and Leadership Development at Ameren 

  & Alejandro Cornejo, Learning and Development Specialist at Ameren

  
  

  Growing new leaders continues to be one of the biggest challenges companies face today.  Join us for a deep dive into the journey of creating "ELEVATE", a unique leadership program specifically designed for newly hired and promoted leaders. This presentation will take leadership professionals through the meticulous process of developing ELEVATE, from its initial concept to its full implementation. Discover how we identified the unique leadership challenges within the energy industry and crafted a comprehensive program that addresses these needs with thoughtful strategies and practical solutions. We'll also share insights into our collaborative approach using the Agile framework to ensure ELEVATE was both relevant and impactful. Join us to learn more about how we tackled the new leader development question with the creation of ELEVATE: New Leader Development Journey.

  Learning Objectives: 

  • Share the process of building ELEVATE from idea to launch

  • Highlight what is delivered during the leadership development journey

  • Discuss our use of the Agile project management approach

  • Explore early reactions on what's going well and lessons learned

  
  

  
  

  Ryan McCrea is focused on making an impact by helping organizations maximize and develop talent through creative people solutions. He’s passionate about helping others own their career and providing thought leadership on strategic talent management, leadership development, mentoring, team dynamics and culture building.

  Ryan is currently the Head of Learning and Leadership Development at Ameren where he leads a team focused on corporate learning and development programs. Prior to Ameren, Ryan was Vice President – Manager of Talent Development at Commerce Bank. In this position, he launched a corporate-wide professional development program, while overseeing the strategy around people and leadership growth.

  Ryan has certifications in Situational Leadership, 4 Stages of Psychological Safety, DiSC, MBTI and is also a Social and Emotional Intelligence Coach. Ryan received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Southern Indiana and a Master of Arts in Industrial/Organizational Psychology from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.

  Ryan lives in St. Louis with his wife, Susan, and two adorable cats, Zooey and Coco. He loves music, movies, fashion, pop culture and art. Ask him about any of these topics and you may never get away.

  
  

  Alejandro Cornejo is a Leadership and Organizational Effectiveness Consultant at Ameren in St. Louis, Missouri. With a vibrant and diverse background, Alejandro has been a recording artist, worked in music business marketing and promotions, state government, and is an active real estate investor. His journey into personal development began after a life-changing event hearing the legendary, Brian Tracy speak, which ignited a passion that continues to drive him today.

  At Ameren, Alejandro leads two essential leadership development programs—one for new and newly promoted leaders, and another for seasoned first and second line leaders. Alejandro holds certifications in Crucial Conversations, Korn Ferry 360, Organizational Climate, and Leadership Architect. His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Biology Pre-Med from Xavier University of Louisiana and a Master of Arts in Human Resource Management from Webster University.

  Originally from El Salvador, Central America, Alejandro brings a unique perspective to his role. Before Ameren, he made significant strides as a Senior Manager of Corporate Learning at Emerson, training and coaching leaders globally. Outside of work, Alejandro is passionate about his faith and cherishes time with his two wonderful kids, Victor and Saylah.

  
  

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• Ventura County - Looking for the Magnificent Mindset of recognizing the humanity of every team member

  • When
    8 Jan 2025
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    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Palm Garden Hotel, 495 N. Ventu Park Rd. Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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  Looking for the Magnificent Mindset of recognizing the humanity of every team member

  (NOTE: This event will be offered both in-person and online. Please select the ticket type that reflects how you will attend.)
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  

  
  

  
  

  Russell Kern

  Kern and Partners

  

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  7:20 AM Registration & Networking

  7:30 AM Breakfast & Introductions

  7:45 AM Legal Update

  8:00-9:00 AM Program and Q&A

  
  

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• Mineral Handbook Session - January 15th, 2025 12:00 PM MDT (2 PM EDT)

  • When
    15 Jan 2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual

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  Mineral Handbook Session - January 15th, 2025 12:00 PM MST (1PM CST; 2 PM EST)

  Join us to walk through how to build a 100% compliant handbook in minutes with Mineral's Handbook Builder:

  • Policy Update Alerts: Ensure you remain informed about changes in federal, state, and select local laws.

  • Custom Policies and Edits: Develop tailored policies to your organization and make revisions to the existing policies.

  • Reorder Functionality: Effortlessly arrange policies in the exact order you prefer within your handbook.

  • Live Hotline & Technical Support: HR advice and general technical assistance.

  • Cross-Team Collaboration: Allow multiple admins to cohesively collaborate on your employee handbook.

  
  

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• St. Louis - The Benefit Initiative for Creating a Financially Secure Workforce

  • When
    23 Jan 2025
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    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    1030 Woodcrest Terrace Drive

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  The Benefit Initiative for Creating a Financially Secure Workforce

  With Chris Thixton, QPA, QKC

  Financial insecurity and stress are wreaking havoc on workers. It affects their mental and physical health, as well as their working lives, in numerous and detrimental ways.

  In this session, we will gain a deeper understanding of employee financial security and how it impacts workplace productivity.

  We will also address the most effective and achievable way employers can use an existing resource to make a difference in the financial security and overall well-being of their employees.

  Learning Objectives: 

  • How employee financial stress affects the workplace.

  • What are the greatest barriers to employee financial security.

  • How employers can help improve employee financial security. 

  
  

  Our Speaker: Chris Thixton, QPA, QKC

  Principal - Pension Consultants, Inc. 

  
  

  For over 20 years, Chris has been an advocate for improving the financial security of employees in the United States.

  Chris shares his passion, knowledge, and experience as he educates clients, plan sponsors, and fiduciaries on the consequences of financial stress on people and workplace productivity.

  He currently serves on the leadership council for the American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries (ASPPA) which is one of five member organizations of the American Retirement Association based in Washington, DC. As a member of ASPPA, he serves as both a Qualified Pension Administrator (QPA) and a Qualified 401(k) Consultant (QKC).

  As a subject matter expert in retirement plan fees, Chris testified in Washington D.C. at the Department of Labor’s Employee Benefits Security Administration on fiduciary matters related to fee disclosure as part of the Hearing on Reasonable Contracts or Arrangements under Section 408(b)(2), and he has testified before the DOL’s ERISA Advisory Council. Chris pioneered PCI’s vendor research system which includes extensive service-provider comparative analysis and benchmarking.

  Chris leads public workshops to train fiduciary committees, as well as conducts private training sessions for individual fiduciary committees across the country. He has spoken at over 100 conferences and programs throughout the country.

  
  

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• Ventura County - Evidence, Interviews & Credibility, Oh My! How to Obtain and Make Sense of Evidence in a Workplace Investigation

  • When
    12 Feb 2025
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    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Palm Garden Hotel, 495 N. Ventu Park Rd. Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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  Evidence, Interviews & Credibility, Oh My! How to Obtain and Make Sense of Evidence in a Workplace Investigation

  (NOTE: This event will be offered both in-person and online. Please select the ticket type that reflects how you will attend.)
  

  
  

  This presentation is designed to guide participants in the theory and practical skills necessary to gather, interpret, and analyze evidence in workplace investigations.

  
  

  Key Takeaways:

  • Discussion of basic investigation principles and theory
  • An in-depth overview of documentary evidence gathering and interview techniques designed to obtain relevant, reliable evidence
  • How to use credibility assessments to make sense of the evidence that the investigator has gathered
  • A case study will be used to demonstrate real-world evidence and credibility scenarios

  
  

  
  

  

  
  

  
  

  Susan Arduengo, Esq., AWI-CH

  Arduengo Investigations

  

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  7:20 AM Registration & Networking

  7:30 AM Breakfast & Introductions

  7:45 AM Legal Update

  8:00-9:00 AM Program and Q&A

  
  

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• Ventura County - The Hard Stuff Behind Soft Skills: Dissecting 2025’s Most In-Demand Competencies

  • When
    12 Mar 2025
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    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Location
    Palm Garden Hotel, 495 N. Ventu Park Rd. Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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  The Hard Stuff Behind Soft Skills: Dissecting 2025’s Most In-Demand Competencies

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  Tina Schust Robinson, Founder / CEO

  WorkJoy, LLC

  

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  7:20 AM Registration & Networking

  7:30 AM Breakfast & Introductions

  7:45 AM Legal Update

  8:00-9:00 AM Program and Q&A

  
  

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