Approved for 10 (PHR) HRCI & SHRM-CP/SCP Credits Pending 7 (SPHR) HRCI Credits

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1 Approved for 10 (PHR) HRCI & SHRM-CP/SCP Credits Pending 7 (SPHR) HRCI Credits

2 Today s Vision. Tomorrow s Reality. Dear Colleagues, The Pittsburgh Human Resources Association (PHRA) Annual Conference provides proven, comprehensive learning that will boost your professional and personal potential whether you are new to the HR profession, hoping to supplement your workplace experience with strategic and tactical education, or seeking to increase your competencies for career growth. ATTEND DEVELOP RETURN Build the framework for your own success and commit to getting the education you need to prosper. Attend our comprehensive programs that will help you overcome challenges and develop new solutions that will help you make connections that will motivate and energize you. Return to your office ready to blaze new trails to be the best HR professional you can be. With 24 concurrent breakout sessions that encompass the full scope of a well-rounded HR education, from business essentials to human resources innovations, you will be able to choose the sessions that will get you the tools and resources you need to achieve your professional and personal goals. No matter how long you have been in HR or what position you hold, chances are there is still something you want to learn. Trends and laws change, new strategies and innovations pop up in our HR world all the time; to stay up-to-date we all need continuing educational opportunities that provide us with a wide range of HR concepts and ideas. It is our intention that you find a number of these educational opportunities at our Annual Conference, Today s Vision. Tomorrow s Reality. The PHRA Annual Conference is a lot of learning packed into a short amount of time, so have fun, enjoy learning and networking, and plan for Tomorrow s Reality! Regards, Liz Lamping PHRA Executive Director

3 Have fun with your peers from around the region and participate in our Special Conference Features! Social Media Lounge: Visit the Social Media Lounge to interact with your HR peers as they share thoughts, successes, and conference impressions via tweets, likes, and video. Live videoing and interviewing will take place with PHRA members and the conference keynote speakers for placement on the PHRA YouTube page. Catch up with the PHRA s Roving Reporters as they meet and greet attendees and exhibitors on the conference floor for instantaneous event feedback. Join the conversation at #PHRA2018 Passport to Prizes (PTP): Your chance to win a $500 Visa Gift Card! To be entered to win this grand prize drawing, you must visit all of the exhibitors listed on the PTP. There will be 70 exhibitors showcasing their products and services to meet your needs as an HR professional. Simply visit all of the exhibitors whose booth numbers are printed on the PTP and get your card marked by the exhibitor to validate your visit. When your card is complete, drop it in the collection box near the registration area. Be sure to put your name on your card! Winners for the grand prize and exhibitor gift drawings will be announced on Wednesday, October 10 during the wrap-up around 3:00 p.m. Winner must be present at drawing to receive prizes. BONUS GIFTS! Interact with our exhibitors in the exhibit hall for an extra chance to win a gift card! We will randomly choose a dozen lucky attendees throughout the two-days; you never know if you will be chosen to win a prize while you are connecting with an exhibitor! Relax and get to know your peers: &Beyond will be guiding our Opening Night Social event attendees through 20 minutes of pre-networking priming activities infused with improv. These activities are designed specifically to help non-improvisers feel more comfortable in socialprofessional environments by drawing out their natural networking superpowers (e.g.: listening, confidence, openness, authenticity and friendliness). By the end of these activities, you ll be warmed up and ready to make meaningful connections with anyone in the room! Professional Headshots: Headshots will cost $20.00 (cash only) and all proceeds will be donated to 412 Food Rescue. Tuesday, October 9: 2:00 PM 6:30 PM Wednesday, October 10: 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Sign up for a time slot at the registration desk. Time slots are on a first-come first served basis.

4 Day One Opening Keynote: Tuesday, October 9 8:00 AM 9:00 AM Cedar-Dogwood General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Effective Workplace Communication: Promoting Success Through a Culture of Trust and Belief Laurie McIntosh, SHRM-SCP, CAE, Director, Membership, Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Business & HR Strategy, Learning & Development, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: SHRM and other research studies indicate that effective workplace communication plays a key role in business success. For HR professionals, the ability to communicate effectively is a critical competency to be able to contribute to that success. In this session, you will learn the benefits of effective workplace communication, strategies for building a culture of trust and belief, the importance of effective communication as an HR competency, and the skills you need to develop to be a proficient communicator. About the Presenter: Laurie McIntosh, SHRM-SCP, CAE, draws from 20 years as an HR practitioner with industry experience in health care, consumer packaged goods and banking, Laurie relates to the needs of HR professionals because she s lived it. Prior to joining SHRM in 2008 she was an active volunteer leader at the chapter and state level in Nebraska including the chapter president of a super mega chapter and NE state council director. She now works at SHRM headquarters in Alexandria, VA. She received her master s degree in Human Resource Management from Capella University and holds both SHRM-SCP (SHRM Senior Certified Professional) and CAE (Certified Association Executive) designations.

5 Day One General Session Keynote: Tuesday, October 9 9:10 AM 10:10 AM Cedar-Dogwood Business Track: 1 SPHR PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Embracing Challenges Eric McElvenny, Veteran of the US Marine Corps, Amputee Ironman Triathlete, and Inspirational Speaker SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Business & HR Strategy, Learning & Development, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: What is one hard truth that we ALL share? CHALLENGE and ADVERSITY. No one is exempt. In fact, the most successful people go a step further then experiencing it.but they welcome and embrace it. Our lives are filled with challenges that don t just test us, but that promote growth morally, mentally and physically. Our character is defined, developed and revealed through these tests. In this presentation, Eric shares the story of his personal growth after the traumatic experience of losing his leg. He teaches how to put your best foot forward. Easy for him he only has one. While chaos seems to take over our busy lives, there are a number of habits that we can choose to implement in order to allow us to: Thrive in change, take ownership of our unique personal situations, shape culture and environment, and put your best (or only) foot forward. Eric will highlight the habits that have led him from the hospital bed to his first ironman finish line and his continued quest to break the ironman world record for an amputee athlete. This presentation will entertain, but more so inspire you to reflect on these habits and begin to implement them in to your own lives and work. About the Presenter: Eric McElvenny is an amputee endurance athlete living in in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He earned a mechanical engineering degree from the United States Naval Academy in 2006 while preparing for his service as a Marine Corps Infantry Officer. Eric deployed three times as a Marine and on his final tour, an incredible experience in Afghanistan, was wounded after stepping on an IED. Eric suffered the amputation of his right leg below the knee, a life-changing opportunity that began his next journey. Faced with a physical challenge and an uncertain future, Eric made a promise to himself to run an Ironman Triathlon. On his journey from the hospital bed in southern California to the finish line in Kona Hawaii, he realized that the challenge and adversity he was up against and the techniques he used to reach the finish line could be used against the challenges we all entertain. When not training, racing and delivering inspiration, Eric can be found with his wife Rachel and three children in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

6 Day Two Opening Keynote: Wednesday, October 10 9:00 AM 10:00 AM Cedar-Dogwood General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Rubber Band Resilience: How HR Professionals Can Stretch without Snapping During Disruptive Events Kathy Parry, Founder and Owner, Corporate Energy Expert, LLC SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Business & HR Strategy, Learning & Development, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: With quotes like, "transform or die" and "disruption is king" it is pertinent that changes, especially those from technology, staffing and compliance, be embraced by HR professionals. The ability to apply a disruption-friendly mindset to industry shifts will be necessary to serve organizations, grow revenue and retain personnel. Equipping Pittsburgh SHRM members with the skill set to move through transitions while continuing to produce is imperative in the next decade. Road blocks and unforeseen adversity, both personal and professional, stretch us every day. In this powerful keynote/session Kathy will share how devastating news led her on a journey to discovering the keys to thriving in the face of challenging circumstances. While sharing her 3-R method for resilient behaviors (React, Reframe, Re-energize), Ms. Parry will engage the audience using questions and interactive exercises. Participants will leave the session with the toolkit needed to implement the R-3 method. About the Presenter: A recognized authority in personal energy, productivity, and resilience, Kathy Parry uses her passion to ignite positive changes for professional leaders. Prior to launching her own speaking and consulting business Kathy was a trainer for a super-regional bank on their merger and acquisition team. In this role, she helped others integrate new technology and transition through organizational transformation. Kathy works with corporate leaders, association executives and talent development specialists to help professionals plan for resilience to positively move through disruptive circumstances. Attendees leave her sessions with an action list to power-up their lives and create positive mindsets towards change. Kathy holds degrees in Business and Food Management from Miami University, a Certification in Plant Based Nutrition from T.Colin Campbell Program at ecornell University and a coaching certification from WellCoaches. She holds the designation of professional speaker from the National Speakers Association and speaks at events nationwide. Ms. Parry has authored three books and lives in Pittsburgh, PA.

7 Day Two Closing Keynote: Wednesday, October 10 2:00 PM 3:00 PM Cedar-Dogwood General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit HR s a Sport Win it! Anthony Griggs, Founder and Owner, AG Squared Networks, Inc. SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Business & HR Strategy, Learning & Development, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: Being successful in Human Resources and all of its areas of focus, as in sports, involves the training regimen and discipline of a practice schedule as well as working well with your colleagues/teammates. HR is A Sport...Win It is about coaching you through some of these common areas for better and more fulfilling success. Key moments of action and attention to the entire employment life cycle show the differences between those who have committed themselves to the company/team and those who have not. Former NFL Linebacker and Pittsburgh Steelers Player Development Director Anthony Griggs (AG) would like to present a picture of HR is A Sport...Win It, with particular attention to winning and how that winning is in the details. We all must prepare in order to succeed -- Understanding the different aspects of the training routine as it relates to your profession, will help in achieving this goal. You will only succeed as you prepare to succeed. About the Presenter: Anthony Griggs played professional football for 7 years (Philadelphia Eagles-4 years and Cleveland Browns-3 years) as a Linebacker. He was the Philadelphia Eagles 1985 Man of the Year for his off-field community involvement. He was the Player Development Director and a Strength Coach for the Pittsburgh Steelers Football Club of the NFL for 13 years from More importantly, he was responsible for administering the NFL s Players programs to the Pittsburgh Steelers, which included organizing continued education, career development, financial/business management seminars, and family assistance programs. Through a comprehensive and thorough weight training and conditioning program, Anthony also helped players mature into responsible and caring citizens. Anthony Griggs attended Villanova University where he earned a bachelor s degree in Telecommunications. In the spring of Anthony s junior year, Villanova University dropped their football program. Anthony was then recruited by Ohio State University where he played football his senior year. Currently, Anthony is earning his Master of Science degree in Organizational Leadership at Geneva College. Anthony founded AG Squared Networks, Inc. (AGGNET). AGGNET assists businesses, individuals, teams and organizations with optimal growth and development. AGGNET has a number of programs that has helped jump start many careers, businesses and personal goals.

8 Concurrent Breakout Session 1 Tuesday, October 9 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Aspen-Birch General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Changing the Discussion: Managing a Total Compensation Approach for a Multi- Generational Workforce Lesa Votovich, GBA, Vice President, Health and Benefits, Cowden Associates, Inc. SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Business & HR Strategy, Total Rewards Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: To remain competitive, employers need to look beyond the status quo to attract, retain, motivate and challenge employees, through developing their own playing field, reassess their role of promoting and insuring the health of employees and providing base pay, incentives, retirement, PTO, etc. Flexibility in benefits, the pros/cons and the impact on employers and employees for a generational workforce that is comprised of diversity never seen is needed to meet the needs of the varying generations. Employees today span five generations and meeting the work for a purpose ideal is a challenge every employer needs to address to have employees feel appreciated, respected in their ideas, opinions, and solutions and that they are needed within this changing business environment, through guidance and rewards for employees who are passionate and utilize their personal drive to enhance performance. About the Presenter: Lesa Votovich s primary focus is advising client s on the intricacies of their health and welfare plan funding, compliance and operational issues. Lesa s 20 years of experience in the employee benefits consulting field includes extensive experience in account and client management including strategic plan design development and consultation including, plan funding, contribution analysis and recommendations, vendor management and negotiations. Lesa is dedicated to strategically working with her clients to develop and implement solid business plans to manage their health and welfare plan offering objectives. Lesa earned a BS from the Pennsylvania State University majoring in Health Policy and Administration. In addition Lesa holds a Pennsylvania Life, Accident and Health License, has a GBA designation from the International Foundation of Employee Benefits, is a candidate to receive her Certified Employee Benefits Specialist designation and has a Certified Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Professional accreditation from the National Association of Health Underwriters.

9 Concurrent Breakout Session 1 Tuesday, October 9 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Hemlock-Hickory General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Health Plan Cost Containment: Follow the Money Scott Bishop, Sales Leader, Senior Employee Benefits Consultant, TJS Insurance Group SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Technology & Data, Business & HR Strategy Session Description: Health plan costs continue to rise, estimated 6% again in Employers are frustrated having to accept less bad renewals, jumping carriers and networks, while continuing to chip away at employee wages through increased out of pocket exposures and premium contributions. There is a better way. Data and flexibility are the key and both exists in the market today. Progressive employers of all sizes are taking advantage of funding methods, technology and modeling allowing them to offer richer benefits, lower overall costs and controlling year over year spend. The results are not only straight to the bottom line improvement, but happier more engaged employees. About the Presenter: Scott Bishop is the Sales Leader, Senior Employee Benefits Consultant for TJS Insurance Group, an AssuredPartners Company, with over 16 years industry experience. His first responsibility is to our clients, focused mainly on the middle to larger markets interested in or using alternative funding and analytics to manage their individual benefit programs. As a member of the TJS management committee, Scott s main focus is on the efficiencies of the Benefits Division and more specifically managing the Compliance/Human Resource Consulting and the Benefits Analysis and Data Analytics Teams. More recently he was nominated as a Future Leader within the AssuredParnters family and is involved in both regional and national AP committees. He is licensed in both Life, Accident and Health and Property and Casualty.

10 Concurrent Breakout Session 1 Tuesday, October 9 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Dogwood Business Track: 1 SPHR PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Creating a Culture of Innovation Leadership Maria Taylor, Executive Director, Carnegie Mellon Executive Education SHRM Competencies: Business & HR Strategy, Learning & Development, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: The ability to innovate faster and more profitably than competitors is requisite for success. For many companies, dynamic innovation is difficult. This session explores how organizations can balance the need to maintain operational excellence with the need to innovate products, services, and process to remain competitive. This session combines academic research and proven practices to learn how to develop Innovation Leaders, individuals who are catalysts for change and lead a new products/services through ideation, design, launch and implementation. The session explores creating organizational structures and processes that unleash creativity, risk-taking, and collaboration throughout the organizational culture. About the Presenter: Maria Taylor is the Executive Director of Executive Education at the Tepper School of Business at Carnegie Mellon University. She works with client organizations to create innovative solutions to help clients to build leadership and organizational capability to innovate and grow. She has worked with clients in a wide variety of industries, the military, and government sectors. Maria co-authored Human Resource Transformation (Davies-Black 2008) and The Strategic Human Resource Leader: How to Prepare Your Organization for the 6 Key Trends Shaping the Future (Davies-Black 1998). Maria previous experience includes the Director of Learning Solutions for Raytheon Professional Services, a global leader in learning services and outsourcing operating in over 70 countries. Maria was the Managing Director of Executive Education for the Smeal College of Business Administration at the Pennsylvania State University. Maria was also a Vice President for Maryland National Bank.

11 Concurrent Breakout Session 1 Tuesday, October 9 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Elm-Fir Diversity Track: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Addressing the Gender Balance Math Problem Bryan L. Olson, Chief Human Capital Officer, Columbia Care SHRM Competencies: Diversity & Inclusion Session Description: In most industries about half of the candidate pools for leadership positions are comprised of women, but less than a quarter of the leaders are women. Are the companies choosing the best candidates for leadership positions? The answer: statistically, probably not in many cases. Through his presentation and by sharing examples for several industries, Bryan discusses ways to address the issues. Topics include: the business case for gender balance; the role men can and should play in gender balance; implicit bias; the role of sponsorship; and how to get a sponsor. About the Presenter: Bryan Olson is the Chief Human Capital Officer for Columbia Care, the country s first and largest medical marijuana cultivation and dispensary company. Prior to Columbia Care, Bryan was CHRO for global law firm K&L Gates, and he previously held senior HR executive positions at Aetna and United Technologies. He is a former practicing employee benefits and executive compensation attorney at Skadden Arps. He started his career at Fidelity Investments. He was selected as 2016 HR Hero by The Five O Clock Club (now GetFive) for his work in bringing strategic HR to the legal industry. Bryan brings broad experience from multiple industries to bear in his presentations.

12 Concurrent Breakout Session 2 Tuesday, October 9 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Aspen-Birch General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Why Financial Literacy Matters Paul Brahim, BPU Investment Management, Inc. SHRM Competencies: Employee Relations, Total Rewards Session Description: Today, employee productivity and financial wellness seem to be inextricably entwined. In a recent SHRM article entitled, Financial Wellness in the Workplace, it was reported that seven out of 10 HR professionals indicated that personal financial challenges have a large or some impact on overall employee performance. Of these HR Professional, approximately one-half reported that employees stress (50%) and their ability to focus on work (47%) were the aspects of employee performance that were most negatively affected by personal financial challenges. Adding, By improving financial wellness in your workplace, you will improve productivity of employees; lower employee absenteeism and turnover and build a more satisfied and loyal workforce. Paul will address why and how to develop a comprehensive and effective worksite personal financial education program to motivate employees to take control of their financial future. About the Speaker: Paul Brahim is a shareholder of BPU and the CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors of the firm. He is also a member of the firm s Investment Committee. Paul joined BPU in 1997 as Managing Director of Wealth Management. In that capacity, Paul led the firm s efforts to provide comprehensive financial planning and asset management services to individual clients. He also introduced and developed BPU s Personal Financial Education (PFE) program and was instrumental in creating the firm s retirement plan offering. Paul was promoted to Executive Vice President in 2006, Chief Compliance Officer in 2011 and his current position in He is frequently interviewed by local and national media and has been named one of western Pennsylvania s top financial advisors for several consecutive years through a survey in Pittsburgh Magazine.

13 Concurrent Breakout Session 2 Tuesday, October 9 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Hemlock-Hickory General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Master Difficult Conversations: Setting Limits with Problem Employee Behavior Bonnie Artman Fox, Corporate Culture Consultant, A Conscious Choice, LLC SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Learning & Development, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: When having difficult conversations, do you tend to over talk? Can't think straight and the conversation gets derailed? Intervening with unacceptable employee conduct is uncomfortable and often avoided in hopes the employee will improve on their own. When employees don't know where they stand, they miss out on knowing the negative impact of their behavior and where they need to improve. This program addresses how to manage your reactivity during difficult conversations so you set clear limits with problem employee behavior and protect your organizational health. You will leave knowing how to give direct, candid feedback and an action plan for a respectful work culture. About the Presenter: As a professional speaker and consultant, Bonnie Artman Fox specializes in productive conflict that fosters organizational health. With over 25 years as a Psychiatric Nurse and Licensed Family Therapist, Bonnie is an expert on emotional intelligence and creating work cultures that bring out the best in employees. She is a Professional Member of the National Speaker's Association and Accredited Executive Leadership Coach with the Boss Whispering Institute. She is currently working on her first book "How Did My Family Get in my Office?" that will be released in 2019.

14 Concurrent Breakout Session 2 Tuesday, October 9 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Dogwood Business Track: 1 SPHR PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Agile and Scrum + HR: Elevating Your Initiatives and Our Profession Beth Davis, Owner, The Llewellin Group SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Structure of the HR Function, Technology & Data Business & HR Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Many HR teams are working within an agile organization, many leveraging Scrum, and often they are not fully able to support those organizations and teams. Working to increase HR's knowledge of agile and Scrum is a first step to supporting their collaborative partnership with these teams to create and enact the most valuable people practices to truly engage and develop talent. And, when you put Scrum up against any HR Initiative it fits - elevating and expediting the way cross-functional HR teams work to deliver real, incremental value to employees and organizations - taking the profession to new levels of strategic relevance. Increasing awareness elevates HR's ability to support change leadership, employee engagement, and coaching of the leaders and teams in the organization using Scrum for strategic gain and using Scrum in HR elevates it further by increasing the speed to value creation for the critical initiatives of a progressive HR organization. About the Presenter: Beth Davis is the founder of The Llewellin Group and is an experienced leader, facilitator, and coach. Beth is known professionally for her ability to creatively align business strategy to people practices while keeping focus on workplace culture and values. Her experience spans the globe - from working in several technology start-ups to multi-billion dollar integrated healthcare delivery systems, financial services, higher education, and multi-faceted engineering, construction, and power industries. Beth s passion is working with organizations and teams to create workplace cultures that focus on the engagement and development of talent at all levels of the organization - shifting workplace culture and practices to support elevated value creation and true high-performance & purpose organizations. Beth is a native of the Pittsburgh Region and is a graduate of Westminster College in New Wilmington, PA. She holds SPHR certification from the HRCI and is a certified Professional Scrum Master through Scrum.org

15 Concurrent Breakout Session 2 Tuesday, October 9 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Elm-Fir Diversity Track: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Creating a Culture of Inclusion Vicki L Suehr, Manager, HR/Payroll Information Systems, Community College of Beaver County SHRM Competencies: Diversity & Inclusion Session Description: This session will focus on the importance of creating a culture of inclusion. At Community College of Beaver County (CCBC), we have a Presidential Council on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We have worked as a Council to create an environment where everyone feels welcome. I would share some of the successful events we have had such as A Day of Caring for Girls Hope to celebrate Martin Luther King Day, a Common Book Project which will culminate in a trip to the Holocaust Museum. The trip is also open to the public and students. A celebration for Black History month. Safe Zone Training and 3 Safe Zone certified employees on campus. Round Circle discussions. The effects of racial (or any other discrimination) injustice. About the Presenter: Vicki L Suehr, is the Manager, HR/Payroll Information Systems at ommunity College of Beaver County. Vicki also serve as the Co-Facilitator for the Presidential Council on Diversity Equity and Inclusion. She represents CCBC on the countywide Diversity Council which offers us many opportunities to assist the underserved population and to also hire a more diverse workforce for CCBC. Vicki is also the Title IV Deputy Co-Coordinator for students and employees at CCBC and is one of the Safe Zone Certificated employees at the college offering a safe place for any member of the LGBTQ+++ community to come to if they have any problems on campus.

16 Concurrent Breakout Session 3 Tuesday, October 9 2:50 PM 3:50 PM Aspen-Birch General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Using the Power of Crowdsourced Feedback for Continuous Performance Development Rosette Cataldo, Globoforce SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Total Rewards Session Description: The old management style of command and control has become obsolete. Once-a-year performance reviews are out of sync with the pace of business today. Instead of relying on an annual performance review, forward-thinking organizations are shifting toward more frequent discussions around short-term priorities. They empower managers, peers, and teams to provide crowdsourced feedback often at the employee s request with a focus on career development, positive reinforcement, and performance improvement. In this session, Rosette Cataldo, Globoforce will share best practices for developing effective feedback to elevate employee performance year-round. These practices include: frequent check-ins, shifting toward crowdsourced pay by unifying continuous feedback and compensation to motivate employees all of which contribute to a company s overall success. Using the wisdom of the collective workforce to routinely check in with and recognize employees for their accomplishments keeps them inspired to do their best work all year. About the Presenter: Rosette Cataldo works with organizations of all sizes to help them embrace new HR technologies that impact their culture positively. A 25-year HR technology veteran, at Globoforce, Rosette works closely with customers and prospects to drive the adoption of performance development solutions that foster a growth mindset and build positive work cultures. Previously, she served as Senior Vice President at Yoi, a Keith Ferrazzi Company, and at The Marcus Buckingham Company. Rosette is an expert in the evolving landscape of continuous performance management redesign. She has worked with organizations including Dun and Bradstreet, NCR, Verizon and Patagonia to help them transition to a culture where continuous feedback leads to measurable business outcomes like increased engagement and higher productivity. Rosette has an MBA from Boston College and attended Boston University School of Management with a concentration in organizational behavior and social psychology.

17 Concurrent Breakout Session 3 Tuesday, October 9 2:50 PM 3:50 PM Hemlock-Hickory General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Benchmarking for Better Gus P. Georgiadis, Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Total Rewards, Business & HR Strategy, Talent Acquisition & Retention, Technology & Data, and Organizational Effectiveness & Development. Session Description: A comprehensive and current benchmarking report on the major challenges and opportunities confronting Western PA s employers in offering Health and Welfare programs. Each section features core data highlights and wraps up with key takeaways, providing you with insights into significant benefits category trends and best practices that our consultants are observing firsthand. About the Presenter: Gus P. Georgiadis is the Area President of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., a global brokerage firm focused on Commercial Insurance, Employee Benefits and Risk Management solutions. He founded Triad USA, Inc. in 1998 and served as President until 2012 when he merged the company with Gallagher Benefit Services, Inc. Before establishing Triad, Georgiadis was Executive Vice President for Highmark Inc., one of the largest health insurers in the United States. Georgiadis leads the day-to-day operations of Gallagher Benefit Services and engages prospective and current national or regional employers and Taft Hartley Funds in the design, establishment, management and measurement of their domestic and international health and welfare programs. He remains in the forefront of creating and implementing successful wellbeing and cost improvement efforts for clients.

18 Concurrent Breakout Session 3 Tuesday, October 9 2:50 PM 3:50 PM Dogwood Business Track: 1 SPHR PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Design Thinking in HR: Creating A Better Employee Experience Adam Primi, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Director of Human Resources, Oncology Nursing Society SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement Structure of the HR Function, Diversity & Inclusion, Business & HR Strategy, Learning & Development, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: Experience is the essence of a workplace. Participants in this program session will learn to use human centered design techniques to stop designing programs and instead design integrated, high-value experiences that excite and engage employees. Human centered design is the discipline of finding ideal solutions based on the real needs of real people. It enhances the user experience at every touch point and fuels the creation of products and services that deeply resonate with people. This methodology is a natural fit for human resources professionals, who are called upon to generate ideas and provide solutions to complex organizational problems. The workshop will provide an overview of basic design thinking principles and take a deeper dive into problem framing methods that will give participants real tools they can take back to the workplace to affect immediate challenges and support real change. About the Presenter: Adam Primi is Director of Human Resources at Oncology Nursing Society and has over 15 years experience in human resources across several industries including staffing, manufacturing, higher education, and non-profit organizations. Adam has received advanced-level training in human centered design from LUMA Institute in Pittsburgh, PA, has spoken at PHRA, PA SHRM, and SHRM events on the subject and is a practitioner of human centered design in his organization. Adam is SHRM-SCP and SPHR certified and holds a Masters Degree in Industrial and Labor Relations from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

19 Concurrent Breakout Session 3 Tuesday, October 9 2:50 PM 3:50 PM Elm-Fir Diversity Track: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit The Boomers are Leaving! The Boomers are Leaving?! Rosanne Saunders, J.D., SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Managing Principal, ConsultHRCS LLC SHRM Competencies: Workforce Management, Diversity & Inclusion, Employee Law & Regulations, Employee Law & Regulations Session Description: The Pittsburgh Region is projected to have 29,000 annual baby boomer retirements, resulting in a shortfall of 80,000 workers by The effective transitioning of older workers is an imperative for comprehensive diversity and inclusion initiatives. This session will explore workforce participation trends, effective ways to incorporate older workers in diversity and inclusion plans and prevent age discrimination claims. About the Presenter: Rosanne Saunders, J.D., SHRM-SCP, SPHR is Managing Principal of ConsultHRCS LLC. She specializes in Workplace Investigations, HR Audits and Communications. Her previous experience includes 21 years as adjunct faculty at Carnegie Mellon University and 25+ years in CHRO roles.

20 Concurrent Breakout Session 4 Tuesday, October 9 4:00 PM 5:00 PM Aspen-Birch General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit The Silent Crime: Sexual and Domestic Violence and Sexual Harrassment in the Workplace Kristine Irwin, Senior Talent Aquisition Specialist, Pittsburgh Mercy Health Systems SHRM Competencies: Corporate Social Responsibility Session Description: This presentation covers a variety of aspects about sexual and domestic violence, stalking and sexual harassment. In recent news, the #Metoo Campaign has sparked fire under many organizations sexual harassment policies. They not only need to be updated but also need to include information for someone that is experiencing sexual, or domestic violence or stalking. This presentation will help the attendee have a better understanding of what these all are, and even give a victim's perspective. About the Presenter: Kristine Irwin is a wife, mother, and an advocate for ending sexual violence and bringing change to our culture. During the day, she is a Human Resource Recruiter for Pittsburgh Mercy Health Systems, and by night(and weekend), she runs a small non-profit called Voices of Hope. The non-profit allows her to educate audiences on ways to prevent rape and sexual assault. She is a popular speaker at universities, organizations and corporations globally.

21 Concurrent Breakout Session 4 Tuesday, October 9 4:00 PM 5:00 PM Hemlock-Hickory General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Social Media: Legal Issues When Employees Log-On (Inside and Outside of the Workplace) Laura C Bunting, Attorney, Pietragallo Alfano Bosick & Raspanti LLP. Laura Hyde, Human Resources Manager, C&J Industries, Inc. SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Technology & Data, Diversity & Inclusion, Employee Law & Regulations Session Description: This session will focus on employer policies, employee discipline, and investigations related to employees' use of social media using real-life examples. Examples and fact patterns from lawsuits alleging illegal employment practices related to social media policies and/or employee discipline will be used to illustrate HR best practices. Topics will include: should employees' social media use be monitored, what should be included in a social media policy, how should a complaint about an employees' social media post be handled, and tips for limiting any perception of inconsistency in discipline for inappropriate social media use. About the Presenters: Laura C. Bunting is an associate in the Employment & Labor Practice Group of Pietragallo Gordon Alfano Bosick & Raspanti, LLP. She began her career as a law clerk to the Honorable Arthur J. Schwab, United States District Judge. Following her clerkship, she represented individuals in employment matters at a prestigious boutique firm. She has second chaired a trial in the United States District Court to jury verdict.ms. Bunting earned her law degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. She also studied International Law at the University of Westminster School of Law in London. She received her undergraduate degree, magna cum laude, from the University of Pittsburgh. Ms. Bunting was elected chair of the Allegheny County Young Lawyers Division. She volunteers her time with Family House and the Emmaus Community. Ms. Bunting has been selected for inclusion in the 2017 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Star list. Laura Hyde is the Human Resources Manager of C&J Industries, Inc., where she has been employed for ten years. Her initial career path started in accounting, but it did not take her long to realize she preferred working with people over numbers. Prior to joining C&J and focusing fully on the functions of HR, she was an Office Manager in different professional venues from manufacturing to retail. Laura attended Edinboro University and passed the PHR certification exam. Outside of work, Laura enjoys visiting her children and grandson, kayaking, playing volleyball, and traveling.

22 Concurrent Breakout Session 4 Tuesday, October 9 4:00 PM 5:00 PM Dogwood Business Track: 1 SPHR PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit From C-Suite to Digital Suite: Leading through Digital Transformation Naina Bishop, Ph.D., PCC, Right Management SHRM Competencies: Workforce Management, Technology & Data, Business & HR Strategy, Learning & Development, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: What got us here won t get us there! This session will be a strategic spotlight on the digital transformation impacting us. The real question, in our experience, is not whether organizations are on the journey, but their preparedness for it especially as it pertains to the human potential of the organization. Our research shows that more than 90% of employers expect to be impacted by digitization in the next two years. And 75% of business leaders believe that, in that same timeframe, automation and digital will require brand new skills. Key insights from a recent white paper (2017) and research pertinent to this topic will be shared. In addition, we will also examine how traditional leadership models and skills fit against the newly rising digital landscape. Where is the leadership gap? What are some emerging best practices? How can we anticipate jobs to come in the future? About the Presenter: Naina B. Bishop, Ph.D., PCC is a Senior Consultant and Regional Coaching Practice Leader. A c-suite and holistic coach, she incorprotes mindfulness into her practice and oversee s coaching for a region. She brings 25+ years of U.S. and global talent management experience adding depth and breadth to her strategic consulting, with special expertise in coaching, assessments and development. She is adept at helping organizations work through strategic workforce challenges such as an aging leadership cohort, succession pipeline concerns, high-potential engagement and preparing the bench for sustaining organizational change. She co-creates creative solutions with her clients from the world of coaching, mentoring, assessments and development to address their needs. Naina is an engaging speaker who is versatile in her skill set. She keeps active as a thought leader, leads and presents as an applied researcher and practitioner in professional conferences. She has presented on a variety of topics such as: High Potential Development, Coaching, Millennials, Strategic Workforce Planning, and Acquisitions.

23 Concurrent Breakout Session 4 Tuesday, October 9 4:00 PM 5:00 PM Elm-Fir Diversity Track: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Women and Leadership Peter Gabriel, Key Leadership Mona Dine, PaceSetter Coaching and Consulting SHRM Competencies: Diversity & Inclusion Session Description: This session will begin with an opening exercise to identify top female leadership behaviors/traits. Providing context, the current state of female representation in leadership positions. Several leadership strategies will be disucused including authentic leadership, servant leadership, and transformational leadership. Challenges for women seeking advancement will be outlined.leadership strategies for women such as balancing communal/agentic behaviors and building social capital. Finally, best practices for growing a pipeline of female talent will be discussed. About the Presenters: Peter Gabriel is an expert in leadership development with Key Leadership LLC and Associate Certified Coach through the International Coach Federation. Peter completed his doctorate of education in leadership at Creighton University and his dissertation focused on women in leadership. Prior to joining Key Leadership, Peter spent 19 years at Vanguard leading multiple teams. Mona Dine is an expert in career development and talent management with PaceSetter Coaching and Consulting and an Associate Certified Coach through the International Coach Federation. Mona holds a Bachelor s degree in Psychology from the University of Michigan and a Master s degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the Ohio State University. Mona is also SPHR and SHRM-SCP certified. Mona has spent over 20 years working with leaders in a variety of industries to drive engagement, performance and leadership effectiveness.

24 Concurrent Breakout Session 5 Wednesday, October 10 10:30 AM 11:30 AM Aspen-Birch General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Wellness in the Workplace: Managing Financial Stress Andrea Vasquez, Senior Group Banking Representative, Dollar Bank SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Learning & Development Session Description: Since 1855, Dollar Bank has remained steadfastly independent, focused only on customer needs, not shareholder needs...and free to make choices that protect the interests of our customers. In line with our commitment to the people who live, work, and serve in our region, recognizing the need for overall individual wellness has become an increased focal point. We appreciate the diverse workforce in our region and understand the importance of flexibility when addressing the individual needs of businesses. To that point, Dollar Bank has created an all-inclusive Financial Wellness program suitable to the everchanging work environments. Today we would like to review the Financial Wellness by Dollar Bank, share statistical information which overviews the state of concern and provides solutions and tactics which can be utilized by the employees of each workforce. The overall goal of this free program is to increase awareness, reduce workforce absenteeism, and promote a healthy and productive workplace About the Presenter: Andrea Vasquez is a Pittsburgh-born native who is excited to witness and partake in the astounding changes in this revitalized city. She is a 2002 graduate from Plum Senior High School, and went on to further her education at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. She graduated in 2006 with a Bachelors of Science in Fashion Merchandising and minors in Business Administration and Journalism. She was a Board of Governor's full Scholarship recipient, Mexican and Polish mix. She is currently a resident in the city of Pittsburgh. She obtained an eight year career in the fashion industry with such corporations as H&M, Macys, and JCPennys. Her most recent position was Merchandise Execution Manager, in which she oversaw storewide operations. After this endeavor, she began a career in financing. During her first three years in this industry, she was the Branch Manager for the mutual and historic Dollar Bank. Over the last year and a half, she has worked as a Senior Group Banking Representative, and oversees business development in the regions covering twenty branches. Andrea currently serves as a leader for the Next Generation Council through Vibrant Pittsburgh, and is focusing her efforts on collaborating organizations dedicated to retaining diverse talent in the city. She is a co-chair on the board for the Pittsburgh Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce (PMAHCC.org). She is active in many chambers throughout the city, such as the North Chamber, Airport Chamber, Southpointe Chamber, and attends events on behalf of the bank to increase overall business development in various regions. She is also a member with the Pittsburgh Human Resources Association.

25 Concurrent Breakout Session 5 Wednesday, October 10 10:30 AM 11:30 AM Hemlock-Hickory General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Hiring Game-Changing Employees for the Present and the Future Connie Wedel, Vice President Human Resources, Argen Corporation SHRM Competencies: Workforce Management, Technology & Data, Business & HR Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: In this presentation, the audience will be introduced to a practical, business centric hiring model that will enable managers to define and select game-changing employees who will excel in their roles immediately and in the future. (Each company I have worked for since inception has deployed and enthusiastically embraced the model.) About the Presenter: Connie Wedel is a global HR executive, leadership coach, equal rights advocate, writer, speaker, and mom. She currently serves as the Vice President of Human Resources at the Argen Corporation. Connie brings 25 years of progressive business and HR leadership experience to her role. Connie s background includes working with businesses, leadership, and employees in diverse industries across six continents. Connie earned her B.S. from the University of Iowa and an Executive Masters in HRM from Cornell University. She holds professional designations of SPHR, GPHR, SHRM-SCP, CEP, and is certified to facilitate workshops in Cultural Intelligence (CQ) and Emotional Intelligence (EQ). As an adjunct instructor at the University of California, San Diego, Connie enjoys teaches Organizational Behavior to business professionals. She is often invited to speak about innovative HR and D&I concepts. Engagements include speaking for the National & CA Diversity Councils, LEAP HR, DOL Women s Bureau, SDSU, and numerous HR organizations. Her articles have been published in PHRA s Perspectives, Business Insider, Entrepreneur, Huffington Post, and People Development Magazine. After working for several years in Pittsburgh, Connie is excited to return to reconnect and learn from the smart, engaged PHRA community.

26 Concurrent Breakout Session 5 Wednesday, October 10 10:30 AM 11:30 AM Dogwood Business Track: 1 SPHR PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit The Intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Human Resource Management Strategy Shahfar Shaari, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CPP, The HR Technologist, ThriveTech, LLC SHRM Competencies: Technology & Data, Business & HR Strategy Session Description: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly used in HR systems and analytics applications as a means of analyzing data using predictive algorithms and machine learning technology. As such, AI enabled analytics is a persistent trend in HR transformation. From predictive analytics to video interviewing software to organizational network analysis, AI is evolving and changing the approach to strategy development and the shape of talent management. This seminar will provide an overview of AI in HR, present the current AI trends, and discuss how AI will impact the workplace and the HR profession. About the Presenter: Shahfar Shaari is the principal at ThriveTech, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in HR Technology and People Analytics strategy, selection, design and deployment. Mr. Shaari is responsible for leading and delivering HR technology and analytics engagements, facilitating requirements sessions, developing and presenting proposed solutions, collaborating with the client project team and key stakeholders, and guiding and supporting the implementation of systems and approaches. During a career spanning eighteen years, Mr. Shaari s experience includes such capacities as Vice President of Administration, HR Director, Senior HCM Consultant and Senior Manager of HR Technology. He has worked with organizations across the financial, marketing, technology, manufacturing, energy, healthcare, insurance, hospitality and construction sectors, covering North and South America, EMEA and APAC. Mr. Shaari received his B.A. in Economics from UCLA, and M.S. in Human Resource Management from Robert Morris University. He holds the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) and the Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designations. He is currently serving as Adjunct Instructor and Executive-in- Residence for Human Resources Systems and Analytics at the University of Pittsburgh College of Business Administration.

27 Concurrent Breakout Session 5 Wednesday, October 10 10:30 AM 11:30 AM Elm-Fir General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Harnessing the Power of Data Analytics to Control Healthcare Costs, Identify Unforseen Risk, and Effectively Manage Total Population Health Joe Kopko, MS, CSP, Executive Vice President - Client Services, HUB International Limited, HDH Group SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Structure of the HR Function, Workforce Management, Technology & Data, Total Rewards Session Description: Employers often struggle to find ways to effectively manage their ever increasing cost of health insurance. The resources allocated towards benefit plan reduction and managing the backlash of increased employee contributions and decreased employee morale do little to reverse the trend and stop the "bleeding". Harnessing your already available data can provide insight into major cost reduction strategies such as prescription drug utilization, opportunities to leverage preventative care, and even provide a beacon towards potential workers compensation claims. Effective data analytics can create actionable, compliant intervention moments that provide significant monetary savings and improved population health outcomes. About the Presenter: Joe Kopko has over 15 years of experience in managing safety, health, and environmental programs, including 11 years in private industry. Prior to joining HUB, Joe worked with industry leaders in the manufacturing and construction sectors, and was awarded the National Safety Council Top 40 under 40, Rising Star of Safety. He was also recognized by Indiana University of Pennsylvania as an outstanding young alumni, for his work in the field of injury prevention and risk management. Joe oversees the strategic servicing of our clients to overlap their insurance program with the appropriate technology and service strategies to create a proactive risks management experience. As an experienced risk management professional, Joe provides a cyclical prevent and control methodology to help keep his clients focused on leading indicators and integrating calibration points to prevent loss, monitor engagement, and improve communication to reduce their total cost of risk. He is currently working with data analytics partners to integrate the employee benefits and workers compensation programs to provide better outcome management, monitor absence, and support overall employee health. His primary specialty is in developing leadership and management teams to support a sustainable, culture of prevention and resiliency. Additional areas of specialization are in safety, ergonomics, productivity enhancements, organizational culture, knowledge/behavior transfer and learning, and predictive analytics. He has also developed a Safety Leadership and Workforce Development program.

28 Concurrent Breakout Session 6 Wednesday, October 10 12:55 PM 1:55 PM Aspen-Birch General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Updates in Wage & Hour Law Christian Antkowiak, Shareholder, Buchanan Ingesroll & Rooney PC SHRM Competencies: Employee Law & Regulations Session Description: In this session, we will review recent updates in wage and hour law at the federal and state level. Coverage may include the Department of Labor's reinstatement of various opinion letters, trends in pay equity legislation, and the Commonwealth's proposed overtime reform. About the Presenter: Christian Antkowiak is nationally sought after for his experience in defending multi-state class and collective actions. He is also a trusted advisor to successful general counsel and human resources professionals who seek his legal expertise and practical opinions. Throughout the U.S. in trials, arbitrations and appellate matters, Christian defends employers from a variety of business sectors, most recently including energy, healthcare, manufacturing, transportation, direct broadcast satellite service, retail, and financial. Christian understands that the best defense is a good offense. When he is not advocating vigorously for his clients in the courtroom, Christian spends his time positioning his clients for success, counseling them on best practices that mitigate business risk. His expertise includes but is not limited to Americans with Disabilities Act and Family Medical Leave Act compliance; antidiscrimination policies and procedures; wage and hour compliance; and reductions in force and related separation/termination issues. Christian conducts management training on topics such as professional conduct, anti-harassment and diversity and inclusion. His clients often call upon him to assist in drafting employment agreements for key executives, as well as non-compete, non-disclosure and non-solicitation agreements.

29 Concurrent Breakout Session 6 Wednesday, October 10 12:55 PM 1:55 PM Hemlock-Hickory General: 1 PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Top 10 Best Practices that Organizations Should Use When Hiring the Right People Rob Auth, Principal, Sandler Training by Peak Performance Management, Inc. SHRM Competencies: Workforce Management, Business & HR Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: Learn the secrets from a TOP recruiter to finding the RIGHT people. Rob Auth will introduce his world class, specific hiring process that takes the guess work out of attracting, identifying, filtering, interviewing, selecting and on-boarding winners. About the Presenter: Rob Auth followed his heart to become a sales and sales management trainer and consultant at Sandler Training by Peak Performance Management after being a student for several years under John Rosso. Auth joined Peak Performance Management after working as Sr. Business Development Manager for Oxford Solutions Inc. Auth has over 15 years of business development experience for the Staffing and Recruiting Industry. Additionally, he has excelled at partnering with hundreds of local companies in a wide variety of industries. Auth has successfully hired for positions spanning an assortment of levels from technical to executive. Born and raised in Pittsburgh he has chosen to pay it forward and help sales professionals in the community learn how to effectively close profitable business, using the Sandler Training Sales System. Since joining the team, Rob has brought skills such as staffing, business development, and management that he now incorporates to teach other professionals how they can use the Sandler Training System to excel in their business.

30 Concurrent Breakout Session 6 Wednesday, October 10 12:55 PM 1:55 PM Dogwood Business Track: 1 SPHR PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Succession Planning: Is Your Organization Ready? Luanne Shock, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Principal, Chesapeake HR Consulting, LLC SHRM Competencies: Employee Engagement, Learning & Development, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: This session starts from a 40,000 foot-view and looks at the importance of Succession Planning in an overall Talent Management Plan. Roles in Talent Management and questions to prompt the audience in thinking about their own organizations and relevant strategies are discussed. The session drills down into Succession Planning and the closely linked Succession Planning Learning and Development, followed with a review of what "doing it right" looks like as well as the benefits. The presentation will cover a recommendation of adding the topics of Learning Agility and Sustained Performance to traditional measurements of Succession Planning, and concludes with a discussion on how to get started or enhance an existing plan. About the Presenter: Luanne Shock, the Principal of Chesapeake HR Consulting, LLC, specializes in leadership strategy and all areas of talent development. She has over 25 years of Human Resources experience in progressively responsible roles consistently driving company strategy through enterprise-wide programs. She leverages her diverse experience to provide practical and relevant strategies in the areas of leadership development, change management, talent management, culture building and training to organizations in a variety of industries. Luanne spent the majority of her career in organizational development and business partnering roles with a Fortune 100 global pharmaceutical organization, capped off by an international role affording her the chance to work and live in Europe for a number of years. Additional roles have included those in the photographic, chemical, nutritional health and consumer products industries. Luanne earned her MBA at William Paterson University and BS in Business Management at Bloomfield College, both in New Jersey. She holds the SHRM-SCP and SPHR certifications.

31 Concurrent Breakout Session 6 Wednesday, October 10 12:55 PM 1:55 PM Elm-Fir Business Bonus: 1 SPHR PHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP Credit Get the Agility Edge for Future HR Leadership Phyllis Hartman, SHRM-SCP, Founder and President, PGHR Consulting, Inc. SHRM Competencies: Learning & Development, Organizational Effectiveness & Development Session Description: Agility involves more than just knowing about HR - it includes the ability to effectively adapt knowledge to respond to constant change. Competencies are the key to this agility. HR managers are often aware of the competencies they need for a great HR function but not sure how to best use available - often limited - resources to grow their reports and themselves. Unlocking the mystery of development is critical for current and future HR leaders. This session will provide HR current and future managers with strategies, tools and tips for building competencies to create an agile HR function. About the Presenter: Phyllis G. Hartman, SHRM-SCP, President of PGHR Consulting, Inc., has 25+ years in HR. PGHR provides HR consulting in Recruitment, Employee Relations, Policy Development and Affirmative Action. Clients include engineering, medical, not-for-profit and manufacturing. Prior to PGHR she was a manager in manufacturing and not-for-profit. She has an MS in HRM from La Roche. She has presented sessions at the SHRM Annual Conference; chapter and state council events; and AIA; Adhesives & Sealants Council and other business groups. She s an adjunct professor at several colleges and universities. Phyllis has written 3 SHRM-published books: A Managers Guide to Developing Competencies in HR Staff; Looking to Hire an HR Leader? and Never Get Lost Again: Navigating Your HR Career. She is a SHRM volunteer leader and is currently a SHRM A-team Captain for PA s 12th District. She volunteers with the Ward Home and Bayer Center for Non-Profit Management.

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