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Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 12/19/2024 at 12:00 PM (EST)
NEHRA CAFÉ: The NEHRA Café is held virtually, and is an upbeat, facilitated, connection-focused opportunity to talk with peers, discuss challenges, and celebrate wins. The Café is a member only benefit and available at no additional cost.
NEHRA CAFÉ:
The NEHRA Café is held virtually, and is an upbeat, facilitated, connection-focused opportunity to talk with peers, discuss challenges, and celebrate wins. The Café is a member only benefit and available at no additional cost.
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Includes Credits Includes a Live In-Person Event on 12/05/2024 at 8:30 AM (EST)
For those seeking in-person interactions and diverse perspectives. This intimate event offers a unique combination of networking opportunities with an engaging panel conversation, providing a valuable blend of content and connections. * Please note the intention of this event is for connecting and conversations, it is not an opportunity for overt sales outreach. 8:30 - 9:00am Breakfast, Check-In, & Connecting 9:00 - 10:15am Panel Discussion 10:00 - 11:00am Connections and Conversations
Members: $25 - buy one, bring one! Purchase a registration at this rate, and bring an HR colleague for free!
Non-Members: $50 - join NEHRA within a week after the event, and get a $50 credits towards your membership* Please note the intention of this event is for connecting and conversations, it is not an opportunity for overt sales outreach or business development.
8:30 - 9:00am Breakfast, Check-In, & Connecting
9:00 - 10:00am Panel Discussion
10:00 - 11:00am Connections and ConversationsJoin us for this unique in-person event that combines valuable networking opportunities with an engaging panel conversation. The panel of expert leaders will share how business leaders and HR leaders can partner to build stronger teams in the changing world of work. The panel will highlight key challenges and opportunities in modern workplaces and introduce a team-building framework that fosters collaboration and accountability.
You'll learn actionable steps for leading teams through transitions, fostering resilience, and maintaining a positive organizational culture amidst change and growth. Discover the importance of HR and C-suite partnerships for vibrant organizations and hear success stories and lessons learned.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Panel Discussion will include:- Real-World Strategies: Learn from real-world examples as panelists discuss strategies to create and sustain a powerful employer brand.
- Aligning Values and Culture: Understand the importance of aligning your employer brand with organizational values and culture.
- Integration Across Touch-points: Discover best practices for integrating your employer brand across all touch-points, from recruitment to onboarding and beyond.
- Adaptation and Evolution: Gain insights into how to adapt and evolve your employer brand strategy in response to feedback and changing market conditions.
Networking Opportunities:
After the panel discussion, enjoy a dedicated time for networking and connecting with peers and panelists, enhancing your professional network and exchanging ideas. This event offers a valuable blend of content and connections - get ready to be inspired by real teamwork triumphs and gain practical tips to lead your team through any storm!
Don't miss this opportunity to learn from industry experts and network with fellow professionals. Register now to secure your spot.
* Please note the intention of this event is for connecting and conversations, it is not an opportunity for overt sales outreach or business development.
Cancellation Policy: Requests for cancellations must be received via email a minimum of 5 days prior to the event.
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Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 11/20/2024 at 9:00 AM (EST)
NEHRA CAFÉ: The NEHRA Café is held virtually, and is an upbeat, facilitated, connection-focused opportunity to talk with peers, discuss challenges, and celebrate wins. The Café is a member only benefit and available at no additional cost.
NEHRA CAFÉ:
The NEHRA Café is held virtually, and is an upbeat, facilitated, connection-focused opportunity to talk with peers, discuss challenges, and celebrate wins. The Café is a member only benefit and available at no additional cost.
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Includes a Live Web Event on 11/13/2024 at 12:00 PM (EST)
Join our Members-Only DEI Special Interest Community – a collaborative space dedicated to HR professionals, business leaders, and DEI advocates committed to fostering truly inclusive workplaces. FREE for NEHRA Members!
Join our Members-Only DEI Special Interest Community – a collaborative space dedicated to HR professionals, business leaders, and DEI advocates committed to fostering truly inclusive workplaces.
Our quarterly Zoom gatherings dive deep into pressing topics across the DEI spectrum—race, gender, ability, neurodiversity, mental health, sexual orientation, religion, and more—and cover key areas like hiring, benefits, well-being, accessibility, and psychological safety and beyond.
This isn't a forum for complaints or politics on DEI, instead it’s a chance to share insights, personal experiences, and practical resources. Together, we’ll focus on solutions that help people do their best work, feel valued, and truly thrive. If you're passionate about creating equitable workplaces where everyone belongs, this community is for you. And best of all, it’s available at no cost for NEHRA members!
Initially, the sessions will be facilitated by NEHRA staff. However, the goal is for participants to co-create and eventually take the lead in facilitating discussions and designing agendas that meet the group's evolving needs. Of course, NEHRA will continue to provide support along the way. The space will be confidential and transparent, allowing for open, honest discussions as we explore the future of DEI together.
What to expect in these sessions:- Connect with others who are interested in DEI
- Participate in small group discussions through breakout rooms
- Co-create and collaborate! While a NEHRA staff member will facilitate the first couple of sessions, our goal is to tailor the group’s direction to meet your needs
What This Community is NOT:- A sales or promotional opportunity
- A place to air grievances
- A lecture or formal presentation
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Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 11/06/2024 at 12:00 PM (EST)
NEHRA offers 12+ webinars a year on topics ranging from new developments in employment law, DEIB strategies, leadership, Employee Benefit updates, and much more. Past webinars include FMLA Updates, Workplace Wellness, Immigration Considerations, Compliant Background Screenings, People Analytics, Systemic Bias and more. Check out our full list of past/archived webinars here – these are free to NEHRA members (non-members are welcome to purchase) and are archived for at least 12 months on our Online Learning Platform.
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NEHRA offers 12+ webinars a year on topics ranging from new developments in employment law, DEIB strategies, leadership, Employee Benefit updates, and much more.
Past webinars include FMLA Updates, Workplace Wellness, Immigration Considerations, Compliant Background Screenings, People Analytics, Systemic Bias and more. Check out our full list of past/archived webinars here – these are free to NEHRA members (non-members are welcome to purchase) and are archived for at least 12 months on our Online Learning Platform.
Sponsored by: Brown & Brown
Christopher Bao
Vice President, Regulatory and Legislative Strategy
Brown & Brown
With over ten years of regulatory and legislative strategy experience, Christopher Bao serves as the Vice President - Regulatory and Legislative Strategy in the Employee Benefits division of Brown & Brown. In his role, Christopher is responsible for researching, analyzing, presenting and advising parties on strategies and best practices for group health plans. He also supports internal colleagues and Brown & Brown customers by reviewing and analyzing both federal and state laws that govern Employee Health and Welfare Benefit plans. These areas include HIPAA, the Affordable Care Act, ERISA and COBRA. Christopher has experience in employee health and welfare benefits and seven years of litigation experience. Prior to joining Brown & Brown, he worked at a large international insurance brokerage firm in the areas of compliance and Employee Health and Welfare Benefits. Prior to that role, Christopher worked as a litigator in private practice. He joined Brown & Brown in August of 2022.
Christopher graduated magna cum laude from Northern Arizona University with a bachelor's degree and earned his law degree from Louisiana State University - Paul M. Hebert School of Law, earning a dean's list designation during his time there. He is a member of the Arizona State Bar and recently passed the bar exam in California. Christopher dedicates his free time to use his legal knowledge to assist indigent and underrepresented people and veterans.
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Includes Credits Includes a Live In-Person Event on 11/06/2024 at 9:00 AM (EST)
The two-day class enables participants to learn from industry experts who will share theory, key information and practice across four (4) key areas of HR responsibility including: Talent Management, Compensation Fundamentals, Compliance and Employment Law & Employee Relations
Pricing
Members - $799
Non-Members - $999 (Comes with one year NEHRA membership starting the day of the first session)
Schedule:
Wednesday, November 6 & Thursday, November 7
Location:
Four Points by Sheraton, Norwood, MA
NEHRA’s Developing HR Fundamentals Program provides HR professionals who are new to the HR field, are moving from a specialist to a generalist role, or who work within smaller organizations and wear many hats, with a solid foundation for a well-rounded career in human resources.
Facilitated as a cohort, the program provides engaging instruction over two full days from industry leaders, leaving participants well equipped to add immediate value to their organization.
Wednesday, November 6:
8:30 - 9:00am
Continental breakfast, registration, & connecting with fellow attendees
9:00am
Opening Remarks, Participant Introductions and Introduction to the HR Profession
9:30am - 12:00pm
Module 1: Talent Management
Facilitator - Calista Thompson, VP of HR, BellXcelThis session will begin with an introduction to the HR profession and an opportunity for participants to get to know each other. The module will establish a solid foundation for managing talent, one of the core responsibilities of HR leaders. We’ll explore the pivotal role HR plays in aligning talent management with the strategic goals of the organization, ensuring the right people are hired at the right time.
Key Learnings:
- Workforce Planning: Developing strategies to anticipate and meet future talent needs.
- Talent Acquisition: Navigating the complete hiring process, from sourcing and interviewing to selecting and onboarding new employees.
- Employee Development: Supporting ongoing growth and development to retain top talent and foster a high-performing workforce.
12:00 – 1:00pm Lunch (included)
1:00 – 4:00pm
Module 2: Compensation Fundamentals
Facilitator - Dave Weaver, Founder, Compensation and HR GroupThis session will guide participants through the core elements of a total compensation system and its impact on attracting, motivating, and retaining top talent. HR professionals will learn how to create comprehensive rewards packages that align with business goals while enhancing employee satisfaction.
Key Learnings:
- Considerations and the intersection of base pay, incentives and differentials in employee compensation
Thursday, November 7:
8:30 - 9:00am
Welcome back, continental breakfast & connecting with fellow attendees9:00am – 12:00pm
Module 3: Employment Law Basics
Facilitator - Daniel Klein, Partner, Seyfarth ShawThis session provides participants with key concepts and takeaways about federal and state employments laws with which organizations must comply, reducing risk in organizations for non-compliance. This key module enables for an improved understanding of the responsibility of HR as it relates to various employment laws and regulations.
Key Learnings:
- Key Employment Laws: Applicable employment laws and key concepts that impact organizations, including coverage of discrimination, harassment, leave and accommodation management, wage and hour compliance, NLRA, background checks, etc.
- Compliance Risks: Identify common compliance risks and how to avoid them.
- Employer Obligations: Understand other important legal responsibilities and considerations for employers.
12:00 – 1:00pm Lunch (included)
1:00pm – 4:00pm
Module 4: Employee Relations
Facilitator - Gina Abudi, President, Abudi Consulting Group, LLC
This session focuses on the key elements of fostering positive employee-employer relationships that enhance productivity, engagement, and morale. Participants will learn best practices for identifying and managing workplace conflicts while developing communication strategies that effectively engage employees.Key Learnings:
- Conflict Prevention and Resolution: Discover techniques to prevent and address employee issues that impact work environments.
- Effective Communication: Understand your communication style and how to leverage it to engage and motivate employees.
- Conflict Management: Learn proven methods for identifying and resolving conflicts in the workplace.
Closing Activity: Summary, Wrap Up and Action Planning
Facilitator - Gina Abudi, President, Abudi Consulting Group, LLC
Action planning will be done at the end of the second day, enabling participants to detail how they will apply what they learned in the two-day program back on the job. Participants will be provided an action plan template to capture learnings from the program as well as to detail their next steps.
*Cancellation Policy: Requests for cancellations must be received via email a minimum of 5 days prior to the event. The refund will be subject to a $100 cancellation fee. If a request for refund/ cancellation is received within 5 days prior to the event, you will have the option to transfer the registration to another individual or forfeit the registration fee.
Monet Viens
Owner & Advisor
Summitways HR
For over 10 years, Monet has been helping a wide variety of businesses with their HR and employee needs. As an adaptable and innovative HR professional, she has a keen ability to translate visions and strategies into actionable goals, strengthen processes, and increase efficiencies. Through her education, professional development, and industry involvement, Monet has the depth and breadth of knowledge to handle a variety of needs. By keeping her finger on the pulse of national, state, and local issues, Monet is current with the latest developments in HR and can offer a unique and strategic perspective on various business needs. Monet thrives on challenges and strives to transform HR into an asset, rather than a liability.
David Weaver
Founder, Compensation and HR Group
David is President of the Compensation & HR Group and is responsible for all consulting functions within the organization. He is the Author of the bestselling HR book Pay Matters: The Art and Science of Employee Compensation.
Prior to joining the Compensation & HR Group, David spent 20 years managing a human resources membership and consulting organization. He has also held positions with industry leaders Liberty Mutual, Honeywell and Hewlett-Packard as a corporate human resources professional. During this period, he gained essential hands-on experience in compensation program development, marketing and internal communications.
A graduate of The University of Massachusetts at Amherst, David has also made his mark in academia, having served as adjunct faculty member for both Northeastern University and Newbury College where he taught courses in Compensation Management and Human Resource Management. He also worked as an instructor for the certification courses at the Compensation Analyst Academy, WorldatWork and the Society for Human Resource Management.Daniel B. Klein, Esq.
Partner
Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Daniel Klein is a partner in the Labor and Employment Department of Seyfarth Shaw's Boston office. Mr. Klein's practice includes the representation of management in employment and non-competition litigation matters before state and federal courts, at trial and appellate levels, as well as federal and state agencies, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, and the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights & Opportunities.
Mr. Klein also counsels national, regional and local employers on a wide variety of employment matters, including disability accommodation, family and medical leave, workplace investigations, wage and hour compliance, commissions disputes, performance assessment and discipline, terminations, reductions-in-force, training, background checks, whistleblower claims, defamation, handbook and policy review, and trade-secrets protection strategies.As a member of the firm's Complex Discrimination Litigation Practice Group, Mr. Klein has defended employers in a variety of complex discrimination cases, including multi-plaintiff discrimination lawsuits, EEOC pattern and practice cases, and collective actions under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Mr. Klein also has defended employers against the full spectrum of cases involving allegations of discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, defamation, and wage and hour violations, as well as representing employers in non-competition and contract disputes.Mr. Klein regularly assists clients in drafting employment contracts, severance agreements, non-competition, non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements, personnel policies and company handbooks. He has represented employers in a variety of industries, including healthcare, retail, manufacturing, hospitality, staffing, professional services, transportation, and technology.Mr. Klein lectures frequently on a variety of employment law topics for human resource specialists and in-house counsel, including regular presentations on behalf of the Northeast Human Resources Association, the Massachusetts Hospital Association, and Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education.
Mr. Klein served as a legal intern at the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination. From 2005 through the present, Boston Magazine and Law and Politics have named Mr. Klein one of Massachusetts' and New England's "Super Lawyer Rising Stars." Mr. Klein received his J.D., from Boston College Law School, and his B.A. from Colgate University.Daniel B. Klein
Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Phone: (617) 946-4840
Email: dklein@seyfarth.com
Gina Abudi
President
Abudi Consulting Group
Gina Abudi: As President of Abudi Consulting Group, LLC, a woman-owned business, Gina utilizes her 25+ years of consulting, coaching and executive leadership experience to work closely with executives and Boards of Directors of mid- to large global organizations to lead and support strategic, transformational change initiatives. Her work is focused on coaching leaders on change, providing consulting services and offering training programs related to leading and championing/supporting change.
Gina is active with the Northeast Human Resource Association (NEHRA), frequently contributing to programs for developing HR Professionals and at conferences. She’s also adjunct faculty at several college and university undergraduate and graduate programs and is active with the Association of Change Management Professionals.
Four Points by Sheraton
Norwood, MA-
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Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 10/31/2024 at 9:00 AM (EDT)
Through open dialogue, the session aims to inspire attendees by showcasing diverse perspectives on overcoming biases, achieving work-life balance, and succeeding in traditionally competitive environments. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with speakers, ask questions, and build connections with like-minded professionals. Whether you are just starting out or are an experienced professional, this session is designed to empower individuals at all stages of their careers to take control of their professional journeys, overcome challenges, find balance, and thrive in dynamic industries. Free for NEHRA Members!
This facilitated roundtable session features experienced leaders from various sectors, sharing their personal career journeys. Participants will gain insight into the unique challenges and opportunities these leaders faced while navigating the complexities of building their careers and professional brands. The discussion will focus on key lessons learned, strategies for overcoming barriers, and the importance of mentorship, networking, and leadership development.
Through open dialogue, the session aims to inspire attendees by showcasing diverse perspectives on overcoming biases, achieving work-life balance, and succeeding in traditionally competitive environments. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with speakers, ask questions, and build connections with like-minded professionals. Whether you are just starting out or are an experienced professional, this session is designed to empower individuals at all stages of their careers to take control of their professional journeys, overcome challenges, find balance, and thrive in dynamic industries.
Key Takeaways:
- How to Build Strong Networks: The importance of mentorship and connections for advancing careers.
- The Value of Resilience: Strategies to overcome barriers and biases with persistence and adaptability.
- Developing Leadership Skills: Ways to actively enhance leadership abilities to break through career ceilings.
- Self-Advocacy Techniques: How to confidently promote achievements and advocate for career progression.
Julie Coote
Former Head of Human Resources
Geode Capital Management
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Harika Diaz
Human Resources Coordinator
Loomis, Sayles & Company
Coming soon!
Cheryl Jacobs
Senior Vice President, MCG Partners
Cheryl Jacobs is Senior Vice President, Executive Coach, Leadership Developer & Facilitator at MCG Partners, a consultancy specializing in leadership and talent optimization. With over 20 years’ experience leading teams and organizations to sustainable success, Cheryl develops and delivers a broad spectrum of customized training and development programs. Her program participants span various organization levels, industries, and cultures, and speak to Cheryl’s ability to create personalized learning experiences and transformative and sustainable changes.
A skilled interactive and collaborative facilitator, Cheryl has extensive expertise in solving the leadership challenges of individuals and organizations. She specializes in employee and leadership effectiveness, succession planning, organizational innovation, change and alignment. Cheryl is a Harvard Business School executive coach providing coaching and advisory services to attending global executives. Previously, Cheryl leveraged her passion for developing people and founded Talent Transformation, a coaching, training and talent management consulting firm.
Cheryl also served as the Executive Director of Sales for The Providence Journal Company, a multimedia organization owned by Belo Corporation. At The Providence Journal Company, she oversaw a sales and marketing staff of 60 and drove strategies, revenue, and multimedia product development with a $50m budget. Prior to the Providence Journal, Cheryl spent 10 years in Sales and Strategic Planning at Boston.com and The Boston Globe.
Cheryl holds a BA from Boston College and a MBA from Suffolk University. In addition, Cheryl is a certified Executive Coach through the International Coach Federation (ICF) and is a certified Analyst in the Predictive Index® (PI®) and DiSC®. She is also certified in several 360 assessments. She is also a faculty member of the Northeast Human Resource Association (NEHRA), a SHRM chapter.Kiersten Peterson
Senior Consultant, HR Client Services
RogersGray
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Includes a Live Web Event on 10/29/2024 at 12:00 PM (EDT)
NEHRA’s Members-Only AI in HR Special Interest Community is the perfect space for HR professionals and business leaders curious about how AI is transforming the world of work. FREE for NEHRA Members!
NEHRA’s Members-Only AI in HR Special Interest Community is the perfect space for HR professionals and business leaders curious about how AI is transforming the world of work.
The quarterly Zoom gatherings will focus on the latest topics surrounding AI’s impact on recruiting, hiring, leadership development, talent management, benefits, employee experience and more. You may also explore how AI can streamline work without losing the heart, humanity, and unique voice of your organization.
This is not a space for complaints or political debates on AI, but rather a collaborative forum to share insights, personal experiences, and valuable resources. Together, we’ll discover how to harness AI’s potential while safeguarding the employee experience, customer relationships, and the human touch that makes your business thrive. Best of all, it’s available at no cost for NEHRA members!
Initially, the sessions will be facilitated by NEHRA staff. However, the goal is for participants to co-create and eventually take the lead in facilitating discussions and designing agendas that meet the group's evolving needs. Of course, NEHRA will continue to provide support along the way. The space will be confidential and transparent, allowing for open, honest discussions as we explore the future of AI together.What to expect in these sessions:
- Connect with others who are interested in AI
- Participate in small group discussions through breakout rooms
- Co-create and collaborate! While a NEHRA staff member will facilitate the first couple of sessions, our goal is to tailor the group’s direction to meet your needs
What This Community is NOT:
- A sales or promotional opportunity
- A place to air grievances
- A lecture or formal presentation
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Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 10/10/2024 at 10:00 AM (EDT)
Worried that you will feel lost in the crowd at NEHRA’s Annual Conference? Have no fear, this interactive session will equip you to network like a pro and build lasting connections with fellow attendees, adding immense value to your conference experience. This interactive session with allow you to gain practice in articulating challenges, actively listening to others, and exchanging ideas. Leave feeling empowered, confident, and ready to build meaningful connections with other HR professionals at #NEHRA2024! Perfectionism is an expert at disguise, making it more elusive to overcome. How do we move past perfectionism and into productivity? We must understand our own perfectionist tendencies and as leaders learn to identify perfectionism tendencies in our team. In this engaging session, we'll delve into these questions and explore strategies to boost productivity while harnessing the positive aspects of perfectionism for both you and your team. In preparation for the session, think about how perfectionism shows up in your life. Where do you have a tendency toward perfectionism? How does it serve you? How does it interfere? During the session, participants will be invited to share their experiences with each other. Join us and discover how to apply these strategies and techniques to real-world scenarios, increases self-awareness and effectiveness at work! Free for NEHRA Members!
Worried that you will feel lost in the crowd at NEHRA’s Annual Conference? Have no fear, this interactive session will equip you to network like a pro and build lasting connections with fellow attendees, adding immense value to your conference experience. FREE for NEHRA Members, this interactive session with allow you to gain practice in articulating challenges, actively listening to others, and exchanging ideas.
Leave feeling empowered, confident, and ready to build meaningful connections with other HR professionals at #NEHRA2024!
Imagine:
- Confidently navigating the conference with targeted goals.
- Turning introductions into valuable relationships that support your career.
- Unlocking a network to share best practices and solve problems.
Here's what you gain:- Targeted Networking: Connect with HR peers facing similar challenges.
- Actionable Strategies: Brainstorm solutions for your specific needs.
- Boosted Confidence: Leave empowered to tackle HR challenges head-on.
Expect:
- Small Group Discussions: Focus on your HR area for focused knowledge sharing.
- Peer Power: Learn from and contribute your expertise to the group.
- Actionable Strategies: Develop practical solutions to implement back at your organization.
This session is free for NEHRA Members!
Karen Pambianchi
Owner
Swift Water Life Coach
Karen Pambianchi, ACC, is the founder of Swift Water Life Coaching, LLC. She has been a life and leadership coach since 2015 and holds an Associate Certified Coach credential from the International Coaching Federation. Karen believes coaching is a powerful tool to help clients see the potential their life holds and walk with them as they live it out. Her mission is to help professionals find the work-life harmony that allows them to feel like rock stars at work as they climb the ladder of success, be present, and enjoy all that life has to offer outside of the office.
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Come spend an hour with Andrea, Michael and Stacy, communication strategy gurus from HUB International’s Communication & Design (C&D) Team. This phenomenal team drives exceptional communication methods for thousands of employers across the United States. In this casual session the C&D experts will delight you with creative and simple tips to effectively communicate with your employees. Dive into the art and science of employee communication with them to better understand how crucial effective communication is for fostering a productive and engaged workforce. Plan for a few pop-quizzes, strategies you can deploy immediately and some laughs! In the meantime, feel free to peek at the C&D teams award-winning portfolio for creative inspiration www.hubinternationalcd.com. What You’ll Learn: Creating great content: Tricks to engaging, inclusive messaging; [hint] employees love to be entertained Multi-channel engagement: Easy to do methods for effectively using traditional and digital media; think videos and postcards with QR Codes What not to do: The black hole pitfalls you want to avoid; [let’s all repeat] “keep it simple!”
Come spend an hour with Andrea, Michael and Stacy, communication strategy gurus from HUB International’s Communication & Design (C&D) Team. This phenomenal team drives exceptional communication methods for thousands of employers across the United States. In this casual session the C&D experts will delight you with creative and simple tips to effectively communicate with your employees. Dive into the art and science of employee communication with them to better understand how crucial effective communication is for fostering a productive and engaged workforce. Plan for a few pop-quizzes, strategies you can deploy immediately and some laughs! In the meantime, feel free to peek at the C&D teams award-winning portfolio for creative inspiration www.hubinternationalcd.com.
What You’ll Learn:
- Creating great content: Tricks to engaging, inclusive messaging; [hint] employees love to be entertained
- Multi-channel engagement: Easy to do methods for effectively using traditional and digital media; think videos and postcards with QR Codes
- What not to do: The black hole pitfalls you want to avoid; [let’s all repeat] “keep it simple!”
Sponsored by: HUB International
Andrea Blessen
Senior Consulting Manager
HUB Communication & Design
Andrea brings a fresh, personal approach to communications consulting. She is passionate about building strong relationships with clients and prospects alike in order to develop meaningful, cutting-edge strategies, adding a splash of color to their communications approach as a result. Andrea oversees a team of talented communication consultants on HUB’s Communication & Design (C&D) team.
After four years on the account management side in multiple lines of business, Andrea realized her true passion lies in impactful, engaging communications, and began to pursue opportunities in that arena. Her first opportunity included establishing a communications team to support the implementation of her employer’s large-scale employee benefits marketplace.
She proudly joined HUB International in 2015 and hit the ground running with C&D, a trusted partner of hundreds of clients in all market sizes—small to national. Andrea and the team continue to garner national industry recognition in the form of platinum and gold Marcom awards for its work in employee benefits and HR communications.
Andrea holds a degree from AIB College of Business.
Stacy Kuehler
Senior Vice President, North American Director
HUB Communication & Design
Stacy Kuehler oversees the North American Curated Communication & Design (C&D) team. A team comprised of creative professionals that expertly “curate” a strategic, thoughtful and fully customized approach to client's employee communication strategy development and deliverables; therefore helping clients to achieve measurable goals and overcome challenges all while adhering to the client's organizational voice-style and brand. The Curated C&D team supports clients of all sizes and from a wide range of industries.
Stacy has more than 20 years of experience in the communication and design industry, with a particular focus on results-driven strategy and the development of award-winning HR and Benefits employee engagement and communication campaigns. Stacy’s team has been recognized as recipients of multiple Platinum level MarCom Awards, an international creative competition for companies involved in the concept, writing and design of print, visual, audio and web materials and programs.
Creative portfolio: www.hubinternationalcd.com
Stacy holds a degree from Ellsworth College.
Mim Minichiello
President, Employee Benefits
HUB International New England
Mim Minichiello serves as Chief Performance and Talent Officer for the East Region. In this capacity, her primary focus is on enhancing the performance of the HUB team through the implementation of best practices in talent management and the preservation of the organization's deeply ingrained entrepreneurial culture. Additionally, Mim takes pride in her role as a staunch advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives as well as community engagement efforts within the East Region.
Mim is renowned for her unwavering commitment to the HUB team and the broader insurance industry, consistently propelling her colleagues toward their next career milestones and forging new pathways into the sector. Before assuming her current role, Mim served as the President of Employee Benefits at HUB International New England.
With a distinguished career spanning executive roles in both the insurance brokerage and health plan sectors, Mim possesses expertise in designing and executing strategic growth plans, spearheading innovative sales and marketing strategies, and fostering high-performing teams. Beyond her leadership responsibilities, Mim contributes her expertise as a board member for several influential charities, including Facing History, YW Boston, and The Women’s Edge. She also actively participates in board committees for esteemed organizations like the Northeast Human Resources Association, New England Employee Benefits Council, and the Boston Women’s Workforce Council.
Mim's exceptional contributions to her field have earned her multiple accolades, including recognition as a multi-year recipient of the Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts award and her selection as one of the 2019 Boston Business Journal’s Power 50 winners. Mim is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Therapy. She has further enriched her skill set by completing a graduate certificate in management from Radcliffe College and obtaining the Certified Health Insurance Executive designation through AHIP's Executive Leaders program.Michael Somrak
Consultant
HUB Communication & Design
Michael offers a distinctive and hands-on approach in his role as a Communications and Design Curated consultant. Joining HUB International in 2021, he hit the ground running with the C&D practice and immediately became passionate about creating detailed communications strategies, tailored specifically to each client.
Partnered with an amazing team of creative professionals, Michael supports C&D’s goal of creating bright and engaging client experiences, that make their employees stand up and take notice.
Prior to his time at HUB, Michael spent close to five years in external communications and public relations for the National Basketball Association, working with the Cleveland Cavalier, Utah Jazz and New Orleans Pelicans. During his time in professional sports, Michael grew an immense fondness of implementing communications and marketing strategy both during and outside of games. Working with local and national media outlets to tell compelling stories of the players and front office members, as well as scheduling player appearances in local communities, were just a couple of the aspects of work that he enjoyed and helped bring a unique perspective to increase attendance, engagement and overall fan experience for the organizations he worked with.
Michael graduated from Ohio University’s Scripps College of Communications in 2017.
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