Annual Conference 2016

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1 Bob Cartwright, SPHR, SHRM-SCP President/CEO, Intelligent Compensation, LLC Mr. Cartwright has 30+ years of diversified experience in compensation and total rewards, human resource management, and strategic/business planning. He works both with for-profit companies covering the spectrum of industries and nonprofit organizations across the country. Bob speaks throughout the U.S. and he is often quoted as a business / compensation expert in print media around the country. He has authored and co-authored articles on various topics. Translating Business Planning, Strategy and Performance Management into Highly Effective Reward Programs. The effective development and delivery of excellent products and services oftentimes starts with an aligned business strategy, a great game plan and engaged employees. Participants will be provided key information on how to develop highly effective business leadership, strategy planning, operational and business performance measurement, and performance management processes that can be utilized to execute smart strategic business initiatives and an effective performance based incentive compensation and reward programs. In addition, participants will learn how these strategies can lead their organizations to excellence. (1.5 strategic credit hrs) HR at the Crossroads: Key Strategies to Be an Effective Business Leader This strategic presentation will examine the key elements that define an effective HR leader, explore key principles of leadership, discuss the critical elements of how HR leaders can develop a high performance leadership team and provide a strategic roadmap of how HR leadership can lead the way to develop and execute strategic initiatives and business strategy for their organization. (1 strategic credit hr) Trey Darby Sr. Vice President, Lockton Trey has over 29 years of employee benefits experience guiding and implementing solutions and strategies for his clients, helping them generate savings and enjoy greater planning predictability a crucial skill and mindset in the age of ACA. Trey is often requested to speak at conferences and seminars and to also conduct webinars regarding employee benefit strategies and ACA solutions. He has an engaging conversation style that invites his audience to think differently about mind-numbing topics. Affordable Healthcare Act in 2016 Do you have everything in order for the employer mandate this year? Your auditors know that and they will likely want assurances that you have policies and procedures in place to protect your organization from the excise taxes that can apply by failure to meet the employer mandate. Then there is the challenging aspect of the employer mandate of proving offers of ACA-Compliant Coverage to the federal authorities when need be and did your organization

2 do so at the appropriate time and price point? And then as you can tell every day in the news, it s an election year, how do the different candidates view ACA? Glenna Hecht, SPHR President and Founder, Humanistic Consulting Glenna has an impressive 25 year history leading HR and employee training, along with engagement programs for major high-growth corporations such as Starbucks, The Levy Restaurants at Walt Disney, Accenture, Romano s Macaroni Grill and Marshall Field s. Glenna knows that a great people strategy is measured through execution and results; couple this with her do the right thing philosophy and you have a winning combination that has led to significant notable outcomes to her clients ROI. From Fax to Facebook: Multiple Generations in the Workplace Do you ever ask yourself How do I talk to and interact with them? In this time of a multigenerational workplace, them is anyone who is not like us!! Participants will gain an understanding of the five generations in the workplace; characteristics of each generation; and leading, managing, communicating and selling to the generations Christopher Antone, JD Shareholder, Jackson Lewis PC In addition to a full labor agency litigation and labor arbitration caseload, Mr. Antone counsels human resources professionals in the development of state-of-the-art proactive policies, procedures and protocols designed to retain the best talent, exit poor performers, and create an environment that produces highly effective work teams. He has the distinction of being named one of the nation's top 100 labor lawyers by the Labor Relations Institute for five consecutive years. Performance Review, Discipline & Termination There is no such thing as wrongful firing. In America, the only thing we are guilty of is wrongful hiring. Make good hires, provide specific expectations, and hold them accountable for meeting those expectations. This presentation will help you do this effectively while (1.5 credit hrs)

3 Kristin Bauer, JD Attorney at Law Jackson Lewis PC In addition to handling an active employment litigation docket, Kristin counsels management on preventive strategies, including termination decisions, investigations, employment agreements - including non-compete and non-solicitation agreements, wage and hour laws, policies and handbooks, and other issues affecting the workplace. She has been recognized repeatedly as a Rising Star and as a Super Lawyer in 2014 and 2015 by Texas Monthly Law and Politics. Legally Challenged: Managing Employee Leaves, Mental Health Issues, & More Managing leaves and accommodations should be a top concern for employers given recent government enforcement activity. This session will highlight compliance challenges, including accommodations for chronic conditions, pregnancy and mental health, and it will offer practical solutions to reduce the risk of litigation. Audrey Mross Labor & Employment Attorney Munck Wilson Mandala, LLP Ms. Mross has 11 years of experience as a human resource professional prior to practicing law. She is currently a Senior Partner where she represents employers in claims of discrimination, harassment and retaliation, advises employers on proactive measures to avoid litigation, and updates employment agreements, handbooks and other employment-related documents to comply with federal, state and local law, for single and multi-state employers. Audrey to receive her informative newsletter, Legal Briefs for HR. Employment Law Express: Court, Legislative and Regulatory Activity Affecting Employers This presentation will summarize new and recently changed laws and regulations, along with key court cases, which affect how employers manage their employees. Employers concerns to be address include wage and hour developments, NLRB opinions impacting handbook policy, multi-agency pressure to limit use of independent contractor classification, expanding scope of EEOC enforcement of Title VII, ADEA and ADA and more. (1.5 credit hrs) Paul Hash Office Managing Principle at Jackson Lewis PC Mr. Hash has substantial experience in the area of traditional labor law. He has tried representation hearings and unfair labor practice trials, managed and counseled clients during representation and decertification campaigns, and has represented employers in negotiations. Mr. Hash regularly counsels clients in all aspects of employment law, including discipline and discharge, leave and

4 accommodation administration, handbook and policy review, contract negotiation and drafting, and the handling of administrative matters such as EEOC charges and claims before state administrative agencies. Emerging Trends in Employment Law 2016 This session highlights the latest litigation and legislative issues that most impact on your dayto-day responsibilities as a Human Resource professional. Greg Bustin President, Bustin & Company Greg has worked with CEO's and executives from hundreds of successful organizations in many industries to improve business and individual performance. As a well-respected leadership development consultant, Greg delivers his provocative "Tough Love" process to expose the barriers to high performance, and enable leaders to own their future. He is the author of three leadership books, a sought-after speaker and a Master Chair for three C-level advisory boards for Vistage International. Accountability: The Key to Driving a High Performance Culture Accountability is one of the biggest challenges business leaders face, but it can also be one of the most important factors leading to success. Learn how high-performing organizations around the world successfully create and sustain a culture of purpose, trust and fulfillment. You ll walk away with a new way to think about and approach accountability. (1.5 strategic credit hrs) Liz D'Alioa, JD Founder, HR Virtuoso Company Liz founded HR Virtuoso to help companies optimize their employment application processes. Prior to launching HR Virtuoso, Liz rose through the ranks of transportation, retail, and mortgage companies as a Senior Employment Attorney and VP of HR. She holds a BA from Hampshire College and a JD from Brooklyn Law School. She is admitted to practice in Texas, New York, New Jersey, Florida, and Kansas. Liz is a nationally recognized blogger, speaker, and HR practitioner. A Recruiter s Guide to Employment Laws & the 2016 Political Season This presentation explores how the rise of Millennials, grassroots political efforts, a tight labor market, and legacy of President Obama's term in office will impact your staffing models and recruiting initiatives. Millennials are the largest generation in the workplace, and they're also the most politically active. Due to gridlock in DC, we've seen local and state initiatives on minimum wages, paid sick leave, marijuana legalization, and other laws that impact the workplace. Finally, President Obama is making sweeping changes through the Department of Labor and the National Labor Relations Board. We'll explore how these changes, including the new FLSA rules,

5 the DOL's classification of independent contractors, and the NLRB's joint employer ruling will impact your staffing model in 2016 and beyond. Russell Smeed Vice President, HR Virtuoso Russell Smeed has been on the forefront of recruiting technology for over 15 years. Russell has helped hundreds of companies develop and implement innovative candidate sourcing strategies, mobile application systems, job boards, and company career pages. His past experience includes developing product strategies for DMN Media, where he was responsible for the Recruitment and Education classified advertising team. Russell was also selected the Monster.com Product Development Committee where he worked with other members to help shape product offerings for Monster. 360 Degrees of Branding Many companies have robust marketing brands, but fall short on employment branding. With the rise of social media and digital branding, all aspects of your brand are interconnected. In this interactive discussion we'll explore best practices from some of the most innovative marketing and employment branding companies in the world. (1 strategic credit hr) Mike Coffee, SPHR Imperative Information Group Platinum Sponsor Mike is an HR professional with experience in aerospace, healthcare, and the service industry. He is currently the president of Imperative, an employment background investigations firm based in Fort Worth, Texas. A past-president of the Fort Worth Human Resource Management Association and a District Director for Texas SHRM, Mike maintains his certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional(SHRM-SCP). Mike has also been a licensed private investigator since 1998 and is a past-director of the Texas Association of Licensed Investigators. The Screening Process from Beginning to End For many employers, the background check is their entire screening process. In this presentation, Mike Coffey, SPHR argues that the employment screening process should start with the job description, continue through the application and interview process, and only conclude with the background check. Along the way, the presentation also provides an overview of employers legal responsibilities under the Fair Credit Reporting Act and EEOC guidelines. 14 total HRCI/SHRM credit hours 5 total strategic credit hours