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Workplace policies are so much more than a document. They’re a powerful statement of what an employer does and does not stand for, and (when implemented well) can play a big part in building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Join us at the Premier Park Hotel in Madison on February 28, 2024 for a networking reception and/or February 29, 2024 for our 2024 Workplace Policy Conference.
Back by popular demand, we have invited Evan Rosen, Principal; Jackson Lewis, P.C. back for Part II of his Life Cycle Training (of an employee from hire to fire). Even if you did not attend the conference last year to see Part I, don’t worry because Evan will be doing a recap of materials before he builds on his updated content. The training will cover the “Life Cycle” of an employee from hire to fire. It will address many of the issues that result in litigation that traditional training programs leave out. Attendees will be divided into small groups and will engage in problem solving through real-life situations as they arise. The scenarios are realistic and include colorful characters, with each scenario building on the prior one.
Bob Gregg, Attorney; Boardman Clark LLC will be providing our legal and employment law update and will be going through the top policies that HR professionals will need to be aware of in 2024. If you have seen Bob present in the past, he will also bring the strangest cases that are currently out there in case law.
Our conference will end with a dynamic presentation by Jim Morgan from MRA who will talk with attendees regarding the evolving landscape of workplace dynamics, focusing on the difficult issues surrounding remote work, flexibility, DEI, role of the hiring manager, generations in the workplace, artificial intelligence, traditional business practices, and more. During Jim’s presentation, we will look at these subjects from both the employer and employee perspectives, delve into the varying viewpoints, challenges, and potential solutions to bridging the gaps between companies and their talent.
The future of work looks vastly different. Organizations that succeed at addressing the most critical aspects of work — acquiring and retaining critical talent, supporting all employees holistically, and confronting how they ethically collect and use employee data — will be able to differentiate themselves as employers of choice. Companies can position themselves for future success by designing robust future-of-workplace strategies that get ahead of these trends and address emerging challenges proactively. This conference is designed to give HR professionals the tools for success.
Sessions will be submitted for preapproval of recertification credits. Watch the WI SHRM website for updates on additional speakers and topics.
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SHRM Member
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$150*
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Non-SHRM Member
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$150*
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Student (Full Time - Undergrad)
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$75*
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| *Parking at Park Hotel included |
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SHRM Credits: Submitted for credit
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22 South Carroll Street
Madison, Wisconsin 53703
For Reservations, Call: (608) 285-8000
Reservation Code: WI SHRM Employment Law Conference 2024
Click here for Online Booking Link
Deluxe King or Double Queen room: $159.00 per night
+ taxes/fees
Hotel Block ends February 6, 2024
Hotel Cancellation Policy:
You may cancel your reservation
for no charge before 04:00 PM
local hotel time on
Saturday, February 24, 2024.
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| 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Networking Reception - Top of the Park | Park Hotel Appetizers and Refreshments |
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| 7:00 - 7:50 AM | Registration / Continental Breakfast / Networking Location: Hall of Wisconsin | 2nd Floor |
| 7:50 - 8:00 AM | Welcome & Opening Announcements Jay Stephany, WI SHRM Legislative Director |
| 8:00 - 12:00 PM | Part II: Life Cycle Training (of an employee from hire to fire) Presenter: Evan M. Rosen, Principal; Jackson Lewis, P.C. |
| 12:00 - 1:00 PM | Lunch / Networking |
| 1:00 - 2:00 PM | Legal and Employment Law Update Presenter: Bob Gregg, Attorney; Boardman Clark LLC |
| 2:00 - 2:15 PM | Break |
| 2:15 - 3:15 PM | Reimagining Workplace Dynamics: The Evolving Employer-Employee Relationship Presenter: Jim Morgan, MRA |
| 3:15 - 3:30 PM | Wrap Up and Closing Jay Stephany, WI SHRM Legislative Director |
| *Note: Conference agenda may change without prior notice. | |
Featured Presenter, Bob Gregg
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Bob Gregg | Boardman Clark LLC
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 Evan M. Rosen |
Evan M. Rosen | JacksonLewis, P.C. Part II: Life Cyle Training (of an employee from hire to fire) About the Program: Studies show that active learning is better than passive learning (a classroom style program). With active learning, you problem solve, learn by doing, retain the information better and have a better understanding of the material. Ultimately, this should lead to fewer legal claims and make the claims that you do receive somewhat more defensible through good documentation practices. With that in mind, Jackson Lewis has developed an immersive, simulation-style employment law and best practices training program. Jackson Lewis has conducted simulation training nationwide for many clients and routinely receives extremely positive feedback. Studies also show that the average cost to defend an employee lawsuit is $125,000, and the average settlement is roughly $40,000. Even though insurance somewhat mitigates the risk, not all claims are covered by insurance and employment litigation still imposes a financial obligation up to the amount of the retention, your deductible, results in increased premiums, and requires significant time and resources to defend. Effective training is one of the best ways to avoid these claims. The end goal is to leave the training with a much more thorough understanding of the law and best practices and the practical application of it to your day-to-day jobs. Attendees will be divided into small groups and will engage in problem solving through real-life situations as they arise. The scenarios are realistic and include colorful characters, with each scenario building on the prior one. After every few scenarios, we will meet as a big group and review and learn from each group’s responses, and then discuss best practices, policies, and the law with a PowerPoint that follows along with the scenarios. The training will cover the “Life Cycle” of an employee from hire to fire. It will address many of the issues that result in litigation that traditional training programs leave out. For example, managers and staff may be confronted with an employee who complains about sexual harassment, or they may be required to evaluate two candidates to determine who to hire, or they may be required in real time to draft a written warning for an employee who gets into an altercation. The scenarios are highly customized for the present audience/attendees. Jackson Lewis is confident the attendees will find it very informative, helpful, practical, a good team building exercise, and fun! The goal is to educate and give you the tools to use, learn when to use Human Resources as a resource, how to protect against poor decisions, and ultimately empower you to effectively and legally manage your employees. About the Speaker: Evan Rosen is a Principal in the Atlanta office of Jackson Lewis, P.C. He is a labor & employment litigator and counselor who is committed to the maxim, “don’t tell me what I can’t do, tell me how I can legally do want I want to do.” He approaches the law from a compliance and liability perspective, but is also keenly sensitive to the business realities facing companies. Evan has been recognized nationally for his expertise by The Best Lawyers in America for the past five years in the practice areas of Employment Law – Management and Litigation – Labor and Employment. Evan’s practice is largely centered on the representation of large and small temporary staffing companies throughout the country, and regularly works with the Jackson Lewis offices in Milwaukee and Madison. He comes by the staffing industry naturally, having worked as a temporary employee while in college and having supervised temporary employees earlier in his career. Evan’s staffing expertise includes:
Evan works with staffing companies nationwide on a variety of issues. His practice encompasses five key areas:
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 Jim Morgan |
Jim Morgan | MRA Reimagining Workplace Dynamics: The Evolving Employer-Employee Relationship About the Program. The presentation aims to explore the evolving landscape of workplace dynamics, focusing on the difficult issues surrounding remote work, flexibility, DEI, role of the hiring manager, generations in the workplace, artificial intelligence, traditional business practices, and more. Looking at it from both the employer and employee perspectives, we will delve into the varying viewpoints, challenges, and potential solutions to bridging the gaps between companies and their talent. The future of work looks very different. Learning Objectives
Jim has facilitated strategic planning sessions for businesses, chambers of commerce, and economic development groups, primarily around developing a talent pipeline for employers. He has provided keynote presentations for groups from 50 to over 1000. CEOs, policymakers, educators, and students have enjoyed his mix of data, experiences, research, stories, and humor. |
Jay Stephany, SHRM-SCP, PHR
Legislative Director
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Em: legislativedirector@wishrm.org
Term start: 1/1/2024
Jay Stephany is an HR Generalist at Network Health in Menasha, WI. Network Health offers services to employers of all sizes, Medicare Advantage plans and individual and family health insurance services in 23 counties throughout Wisconsin. Previous work experience includes Plexus as the Manager of Talent Acquisition, Goodwill NCW as the Senior Seeker of Talent, and Dunham Express as an HR Generalist.
Jay received a bachelor’s degree in human resource management from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and is a SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and a Certified Professional in Human Resources (PHR). As a volunteer leader, Jay has been an active member with SHRM; both as a District Director for WISHRM and with Fox Valley SHRM (FVSHRM), serving in the positions of VP of Programming and Chapter President.
