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Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 05/15/2025 at 3:30 PM (EDT)
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 Web Event on 04/16/2025 at 3:30 PM (EDT)
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 Web Event on 03/20/2025 at 3:30 PM (EDT)
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 Web Event on 02/19/2025 at 3:15 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 a Live Web Event on 01/28/2025 at 12:00 PM (EST)
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 01/14/2025 at 3:15 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:
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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.
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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* Please note the intention of this event is for connecting and conversations, it is not an opportunity for overt sales outreach or business development.
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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:- Unlock the Power of Teamwork: Discover how HR and business leaders join forces to create magic within teams.
- Get the Dream Team Framework: Hear lessons learned about the challenges of balancing accountability and collaboration and understand how it fuels success.
- Navigating Change - Finding a path through the ambiguity: Join us as we decode the tips and tricks of sailing through choppy waters with ease.
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.
Brianna Goodwin
CEO
Contexture Inc.
Brianna Goodwin is the President and CEO of Contexture, Inc., a thriving window shades and acoustic systems dealer operating across 20 eastern US states. Under her leadership, prestigious publications such as the Boston Business Journal have recognized Contexture as the 9th largest women-owned business in Massachusetts and one of the fastest-growing private companies in the state. Since joining the company, Brianna has steered Contexture through significant milestones, including a successful rebrand in 2022, strategic acquisitions in 2021 and 2023, and the establishment of a new office in Philadelphia in 2022, marking the company's expansion down the eastern seaboard.
A dedicated and compassionate leader, Brianna believes in fostering a work environment that supports the whole lives of employees, not just their professional roles. Her commitment to diversity, gender equality, and employee well-being has made her a notable advocate in the business community. Several publications, including Boston Magazine and Blueprint Magazine, have featured her, and she frequently speaks on women's leadership. Since becoming a working parent in 2020, Brianna's compassion has only grown as she balances the demands of being a CEO with nurturing a growing family. This personal experience has further fueled her passion for making a difference in the lives of her employees, ensuring that Contexture is more than just a place of work; it is a supportive community. Brianna's vision for Contexture goes beyond its superior products and services to include the people who make the company special. She emphasizes relatable core values based on dedication, collaboration, and community, fostering a cohesive team that supports one another through recognition, encouragement, and strong, compassionate leadership. Her efforts to shift the organization from an all-in-person company to a primarily virtual one in 2020 demonstrate her adaptability and forward-thinking approach. Through her empathetic leadership and strategic vision, Brianna continues to inspire and drive the company's growth and success, making Contexture a leader in its industry.
Victoria Kane
EVP and CHRO
Dedham Savings Bank
Victoria is responsible for developing and executing Human Resources strategy in support of the bank’s strategic plan. She leads teams in recruitment, talent assessment, employee relations, employee engagement, training, compensation, benefits, and Human Resources regulatory compliance. Victoria is also part of the leadership team leading the newly merged affiliation between Dedham Savings Bank and South Shore Bank. Victoria has more than 20 years of banking and financial services experience. She earned a Juris Doctor degree from Suffolk University Law School and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the University of Rochester. She most recently served on the Board of Directors for SER-Jobs for Progress and serves as a Volunteer Case Worker for the Massachusetts Department of Child and Family Services.
Michelle Kozin (Moderator)
President & Founder
Predictive Advisors
Michelle is the founder of Predictive Advisors, a consulting firm dedicated to optimizing talent, teamwork and leader success – the three areas that drive competitive advantage for every company’s people strategy. Michelle provides expertise and counsel to growth-focused leaders in the areas of hiring, leadership development, team dynamics, sales enablement and managing change. Previously, Michelle was an executive for The Predictive Index responsible for learning and enablement programs for the company’s global consulting network. During Michelle’s tenure as a change management consultant for Accenture, she helped clients pivot their go-to-market strategies. She has spent 20 years using people data and analytics to help companies scale.
Lucia Page
President
American Family Insurance Enterprise's Women's Business Resource Group
Lucia Page is a DEI&B leader recognized for her passion and ability for cultivating work cultures of inclusion and belonging. She is the President of the American Family Insurance Enterprise's Women's Business Resource Group whose mission is to educate, empower and advocate for the advancement of women. As President, Lucia leads the WBRG's strategic alignment to the Enterprise's Inclusive Excellence goals and oversees the execution of WBRG event and program offerings, membership and communications experience, and partnerships. She served as a member of American Family Insurance's National BRG Strategic Planning Team, responsible for aligning the Enterprise's Operating Company BRGs under its new, National BRG structure.
Lucia has over 6 years’ experience leading Employee Resource Groups and over 25 years of experience spanning digital advertising, marketing and communications, and digital transformation. She holds a BA in Communication Studies from University of Iowa, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion certifications from Cornell University and the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce and is a Level 3 - Certified Expert ERG Leader from ERG Leadership Alliance. She is also a Certified SAFe® 5 Program Consultant, Lean Portfolio Manager and SAFe Agilest.
Lucia identifies as a cis-gendered, Asian, Hispanic/LatinX (pronouns: she/her/hers), Christian woman and a proud member of the LGBTQiA+ community. She has served as a commissioner on the Iowa City Housing & Community Development and Human Rights Commissions and currently serves on the Board of Directors for Strong Women Strong Girls, a Boston-based, multi-generational mentoring program serving women and girls. She currently lives in Medford, MA, with her wife, Robin, their three sons, ages 16, 7 and 4, and their 2 year old puppy. She loves traveling, reading, and taking in new experiences.Predictive Index Offices
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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.
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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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