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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 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* 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:- 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.
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.
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 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 - Liz Woodhouse, Director, Americas - PSX, A division of Thermo Fisher CompanyThis 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.
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.
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
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.Liz Woodhouse
Director, Americas - PSX, A division of Thermo Fisher Company
PSX, A division of Thermo Fisher Company
Four Points by Sheraton
Norwood, MA-
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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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Human Resources professionals know that keeping abreast of current legal developments are of the highest importance. NEHRA'S Legal Update Webinars will run each quarter, covering the key developments in employment law and issues of current concern for employers and human resources professionals. Led by Dan Klein, a partner in the Labor and Employment Department of Seyfarth Shaw's Boston office, the Webinar will be an informative hour that will help ensure that you are up to speed in this vital area. Free to NEHRA members, we know that you won't want to miss this informative program!
Human Resources professionals know that keeping abreast of current legal developments are of the highest importance. NEHRA'S Legal Update Webinars will run each quarter, covering the key developments in employment law and issues of current concern for employers and human resources professionals. Led by Dan Klein, a partner in the Labor and Employment Department of Seyfarth Shaw's Boston office, the Webinar will be an informative hour that will help ensure that you are up to speed in this vital area. Free to NEHRA members, we know that you won't want to miss this informative program!
Christina Duszlak
Associate
Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Christina Duszlak is an associate at Seyfarth Shaw LLP where she advises clients on day-to-day personnel matters and employment laws nationwide, and counsels clients on a wide range of employment matters. These include ADA and protected class accommodations, personnel and administrative policies and handbooks, discrimination avoidance, drug testing, FMLA and leave entitlements, retaliation, sexual harassment, termination, unemployment and post-employment benefits, wage-and-hour issues, and workers' compensation. Christina is also part of the subject matter expert team focusing on the paid family and medical leave and sick leave. Christina also has extensive experience in numerous single-plaintiff cases involving discrimination, wrongful termination, harassment, and retaliation. Before becoming an attorney, Christina worked in management and human resources for a national company so she understands the practical challenges that managers face when staying current with the constant changes to local, state, and federal employment law.
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
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Pricing
Members - $599
Non-Members - $799 (Comes with one year NEHRA membership starting the day of the first session)
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. This program provides instruction over two full days, as well as interactions and sharing through a community portal; enabling participants to be engaged prior to, throughout, and after the program.
The online community portal will provide access to:
- Any articles and white papers shared by facilitators
- A glossary of HR terms
- A forum for sharing best practices and addressing common HR challenges
- A place to keep connected with your program colleagues
Pre-Program and Post-Program collaboration via the community portal enables for more robust and fulfilling two-day sessions
Thursday, July 25:
9:00am
Opening Remarks, Participant Introductions and Introduction to the HR Profession9:30am - 12:00pm
Module 1: Talent Management
Presenter - Monet Viens, Summitways HRThis session provides a foundation for managing talent within the organization, a key responsibility for HR professionals. This session covers the role of HR in talent management, enabling for achieving the strategic goals of the organization and ensuring the right people are brought on board at the right time.
Participants will learn best practices, tools and techniques around:
- Workforce planning
- Talent acquisition – from hiring to interviewing to selecting through to onboarding new hires
- Employee development
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Offline Break for Lunch
1:00 – 4:00
Module 2: Compensation Fundamentals
Presenter - Dave Weaver, Founder, Compensation and HR Group
This session enables participants to learn and apply basic elements of a total compensation system. Such systems, when well-planned and implemented, enable for a total rewards package that attracts, motivates and retains top talent in the organization.
Participants will learn:
- Considerations and the intersection of base pay, incentives and differentials in employee compensation
- Participants will be able to participate in an online benefits session after the program ends
Thursday, August 1:9:00am – 12:00pm
Welcome Back & Module 3: Employment Law BasicsPresenter - Daniel Klein, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw
This 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.
Participants will learn:
- 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.
- Risks to avoid
- Other compliance obligations and considerations for employers12:00pm – 1:00pm
Offline Break for Lunch
1:00pm – 4:00pm
Module 4: Employee Relations
Presenter - Gina Abudi, President, Abudi Consulting Group, LLC
This session covers key considerations in developing and maintaining employee-employer relationships that contribute to productivity, engagement, and morale. Best practices in how to identify and manage through conflict as well as communicating in ways that works to engage employees are shared in this session.
Participants will learn:
- Techniques to prevent and resolve employee problems that can affect work situations
- Their communication style and how to use that information effectively when communicating with and engaging employees
- Best practices to identify and resolve 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.Timothy J. Buckley
Associate, Labor & Employment
Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Employers are subject to a tangle of federal, state, and even local laws. The enactment of new laws and new interpretations of existing laws can create uncertainty that all employers must grapple with. Tim helps employers navigate the ever-changing landscape, stay abreast of their compliance obligations, and identify areas of opportunity. He partners with clients to bring litigations to successful resolutions.
Tim represents management in a broad range of labor and employment matters, including defense of class and single-plaintiff actions and employment counseling.
Prior to joining Seyfarth, Tim spent two years as a judicial law clerk, first for the Justices of the Massachusetts Superior Court, and then for the Honorable Eric Neyman of the Massachusetts Appeals Court. Beyond honing his legal writing and analysis skills, Tim gained invaluable experience seeing dispositive motion practice, trial matters, and appellate arguments from the perspective of an impartial neutral. He brings these experiences to bear on behalf of employers.
Tim relishes working alongside Seyfarth attorneys who are not only top of their field, but are committed to providing clients with innovative and efficient solutions. Clients entrust him with their most complex and sensitive problems, and he takes pride in rewarding that trust with efficient, successful resolutions.
Adrienne C. Lee
Associate, Labor & Employment
Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Adrienne is a collaborative team player with a strong ability to delve into complex legal issues and deliver effective solutions.
Adrienne is dedicated to providing comprehensive support to clients, from understanding and adapting to the ever-evolving legal landscape to achieving successful resolutions in litigation. She understands the high stakes involved in labor and employment issues and enjoys being hands-on when diving into their complexities.
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.
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As the role of the employer continues to expand (as well as the expectations of employees), join us to discuss some recent employee benefits trends and practices. We will take a closer look at healthcare trends and key cost drivers like prescription drugs, large claims, wellbeing, and compliance.
As the role of the employer continues to expand (as well as the expectations of employees), join us to discuss some recent employee benefits trends and practices.
We will take a closer look at healthcare trends and key cost drivers like prescription drugs, large claims, wellbeing, and compliance.
Sponsored by: Brown & Brown
Matt Legere
Senior Vice President, Employee Benefits Consulting
Brown & Brown Insurance
I am put on the planet to encourage people. To look people in the eyes and say “You got this!”. Or, more importantly, “WE got this!”
If we are fortunate enough to work together, you will probably hear “We got this!” at least once during the conversation – just for advance warning!
I have close to 25 years of experience in the healthcare industry including consulting, underwriting, data analytics, operations, marketing/sales support, and project management.
About Me:
• I didn’t finish college and know how to “Be Gritty”, which is one of Brown & Brown’s core values meaning to “have courage, be determined, and stay motivated in the face of adversity”
• I don’t fit into a box or a mold – this willingness to be innovative and think outside the box/mold plays into my business relationships and work product.
• I believe it is all about relationships. I prefer to “do life” together with people
• I love my team I have the privilege to manage and lead; I work hard to help them grow and become the best they can be
• I am a member of the LGBT community and celebrate pride and diversity – I believe that all of our uniqueness and differences can weave together a beautiful tapestry
My approach to consulting:
• I work to grow Brown & Brown and be in the trenches with our clients: 1) I am a sales leader who doesn’t like the typical pushy approach to sales and 2) I am a consultant leader who has the “heart of a teacher”
• My standard of excellence isn’t “is the client happy?” – my standard of excellence is excellence. Striving not to just do enough to keep our clients happy – but to exceed their expectations.
• I’m analytical but also strategic. I love bringing order/structure to randomness and chaos.
• Most of my calls (yes, even compliance audits) usually bring at least a few laughs and we like to make employee benefits fun-
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