Upcoming Events for GVFHRA
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Tuesday, March 16, 2010 | Improvement Imperative-On a Dime
Friday, March 26, 2010 | Professional Certification/Recertification Exam Prep Study Group
Thursday, April 01, 2010 | HR Practices of Market Driven Organizations
Tuesday, April 06, 2010 | Hot Legal Issues in HR
Monday, April 12, 2010 | 10th Annual Pennsylvania State Legislative and Legal Conference
Thursday, April 15, 2010 | Finding the HR Job You Want Even When No One Is Hiring
Tuesday, April 20, 2010 | How HR Can Communicate with Employees When There's No Money, Few Jobs, and Sometimes Very Little Good News
Thursday, April 22, 2010 | Victim, Survivor or Navigator? Choosing a Response to Workforce Change
Saturday, April 24, 2010 | Team Building..An Intergalactic Adventure
Friday, April 30, 2010 | HR MEANS BUSINESS: HOW TO WRITE A HUMAN RESOURCES STRATEGIC PLAN
 | Tuesday, March 16, 2010 5:30 PM Improvement Imperative-On a Dime Approved for 1.5 HRCI Credits Speaker(s): Becky Bechtel |
Improvement Imperative…On a Dime
Becky Bechtel is a learning and organization development professional who applies her skills around the world on behalf of Air Products, a global industrial gases and chemicals company based in
Both GVFHRA Members and Non-Members are invited to this event.
 Villanova University-Graduate  Lee Hecht Harrison  |
| Online Payment Pricing GVFHRA members $25.00 Non Members $35.00 Student Pricing $20.00Reserve Only Pricing GVFHRA members $30.00 Non Members $35.00 Location Clarion Park Ridge King of Prussia PA 19406
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| Friday, March 26, 2010 8:00 a.m. -- 5:00 p.m. Professional Certification/Recertification Exam Prep Study Group 2 day class - March 26th and April 9th |
Over 82,000 HR Professionals Do!
If you are an experienced professional in the field of Human Resource Management and do not have your PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) certification, you are missing the boat!
Certification is the mark of a professional, signifying a mastery of your professional body of knowledge and your commitment to staying abreast of new developments in your field. Certification is important to HR professionals because it provides:
- Recognition of your Professional Achievement
- A Tool for Career Advancement (more and more employers are looking for certified individuals)
- A Visual reminder of your Professional Status
- A Personal Challenge to stay abreast of New Developments in Human Resource Management
Greater Valley Forge HR Association (GVFHRA) offers a Study Group designed to assist you in preparing for the certification exam.
Review key materials and concepts in the six areas covered in the exams:
-Strategic Management - Human Resource Development
-Total Rewards -Risk Management
GVFHRA is pleased to offer a Study Group designed to assist you in preparing for the certification exam. Please plan to register.
The next PHR/SPHR testing window is May 1, 2010 through June 30, 2010.
Exam application deadline is March 12, 2010. Late applications are accepted no later than April 16, 2010.
Both GVFHRA Members and Non-Members are invited to this event.
| Online Payment Pricing GVFHRA members $210.00 Non Members $275.00 Student Pricing $210.00Reserve Only Pricing GVFHRA members $210.00 Non Members $275.00 Location MEA/MidAtlantic Employers’ Association King of Prussia PA 19406
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| Thursday, April 01, 2010 7:30 AM HR Practices of Market Driven Organizations HRCI Credits Pending Speaker(s): Meloney J. Sallie-Dosunmu |
HR Practices of Market Driven Organizations
HRCI Credits Pending
Market driven businesses consistently outperform their competitors and delight their customers. So what does it mean to be “market-driven”? And how does HR contribute to a market driven approach? This research study uncovered the people practices of market driven businesses and offers a practical approach for HR professionals.
ü “Why is it worthwhile to attend your session?”
Practitioners will walk away with ideas for helping drive the market driven approach in their company or with their customers. They will learn “tried and true” approaches that were applied by HR practitioners with a market driven focus.
ü What are the specific objectives? What will participants come away knowing or doing?
· Define “market driven” as it applies to the Human Resources function
· Identify the common practices that drive success for market driven businesses
· Describe and apply the people practices that delivered results in the market driven companies included in the study
ü What content will you provide?
¯ Overview of the study including methodology and results
¯ Best practices utilized by HR practitioners in market driven companies to drive results
¯ Interactive activities facilitated to encourage participants to apply ideas and practices
ü What HR Professionals can expect to take away:
¯ Handout with an overview of the study results
¯ Interactive pages to capture key points and ideas as shared by other participants
¯ List of people practices which were revealed in the study
Meloney has a bachelor’s degree in Counseling from
Both GVFHRA Members and Non-Members are invited to this event.
InView  Pinnacle Group  |
| Online Payment Pricing GVFHRA members $25.00 Non Members $35.00 Student Pricing $20.00Reserve Only Pricing GVFHRA members $30.00 Non Members $35.00 Location Desmond Great Valley Malvern PA 19355
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| Tuesday, April 06, 2010 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM Hot Legal Issues in HR Approved for 3.5 HRCI Credits Speaker(s): Jonathan A. Segal, Esq |
-Practical Impact of ADAAA
-FLSA Pandemic--Good Faith Mistakes Resulting in Class Actions
-Reductions in Force--Key Elements Of Defensible Program
-Severance Agreements--Common Fatal Mistakes
-EFCA or Alternative 'Compromises'--Preventing and Responding to Union Activity
-Retaliation Nation--Preventing and Correcting
-Harassment--Defenses That Don't Work
-Discrimination--How Unconscious Bias can become Systemic Bias and Basis for Class Actions
-Pending Federal and State Legislation at the Time--What's Likely to Pass and What it Would Mean
- Preventive counseling, training and policy development with regard to harassment, diversity/glass ceiling issues; performance management, ADA, FMLA and FLSA compliance, violence, substance abuse, hiring and recruiting, and workplace privacy.
- Contracts/agreements/manuals, for example, employment agreements, executive contracts, severance agreements, ADR agreements, non-compete and other post-termination agreements, employee handbooks and managerial manuals.
- Traditional labor, for example, union prevention audits and systems, anti-union campaigns, collective bargaining and management rights training.
- Adversarial proceedings and government investigations, for example, EEO and other administrative charges as well DOL and other investigations.
Both GVFHRA Members and Non-Members are invited to this event.
Villanova University  |
| Online Payment Pricing GVFHRA members $50.00 Non Members $65.00 Student Pricing $20.00Reserve Only Pricing GVFHRA members $50.00 Non Members $65.00 Location Villanova University-Connelly Center Villanova PA 19085
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| Monday, April 12, 2010 8:30 AM to 3:15 PM 10th Annual Pennsylvania State Legislative and Legal Conference HRCI Credits Pending |
Save the Date
THE
PENNSYLVANIA
STATE COUNCIL
SHRM
CONFERENCE
Reception
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Conference
Monday, April 12, 2010
New Location
Harrisburg Hilton1 North Second Street
Harrisburg, PA
CREDITSThe following credits may be offered for this seminar:
HRCI
—4.5 credits total, 2.0 general and 2.5 strategicThis program is pending approval for general credits toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification through the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI).
CLE
—4.5 substantive creditsThe general sessions are pending approval for Pennsylvania CLE.
In addition to the great educational sessions on the agenda, we will have businesses exhibiting their products and services to you. This is a terrific way to sample their wares all in one place and get new ideas for employee services and benefits that you can take back to work. These businesses partner with Pennsylvania State Council of SHRM, Inc. to make our conference more beneficial to you.
Please visit them at the conference and support them throughout the year.
If you would like to be an exhibitor, please contact:
Carol Morgan, carol4hr@verizon.net
or Gayle Beacham, gbeacham@beth.k12.pa.usCheck http://pashrm.org for conference updates.
SPEAKERSMichael Aitken
is the director of governmental affairs for SHRM in its national office in Alexandria, VA. He is responsible for all association governmental affairs endeavors, including managing and developing the strategic focus of SHRM’s governmental affairs. Mike currently serves as a member of the UWC Board of Directors, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Labor Relations Committee and the National Advisory Council to Corporate Voices for Working Families. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of San Diego.Michael W. King
is the managing partner for Stock and Leader, LLP, located in York, PA. His practice is focused on all aspects of labor and employment law, including employment discrimination, labor law compliance, employment contracts, labor negotiations, grievance arbitration and employment litigation. He has represented both public and private employers before the EEOC, PHRC, NLRB, and PLRB, as well as in state and federal courts. Mr. King is a frequent speaker on the handling of day-to-day personnel issues and reducing the risk of legal action against employers.Lynn C. Outwater
is the regional managing partner of the Pittsburgh, PA; Cincinnati, OH; and Cleveland, OH offices of Jackson Lewis LLP. She received her undergraduate degree from Fordham University, earned a J.D. degree from Albany Law School and holds a Master of Laws (in Labor Law) from New York University School of Law. Lynn was designated as a "Super Lawyer" by Law & Politics in the Labor and Employment Law Practice Area in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008 and 2009. Lynn currently serves on the SHRM Foundation Board of Directors. She was the elected director for SHRM’s Pennsylvania State Council for 2004 and 2005. Lynn has received professional accreditation in the human resources field by achieving the SPHR designation.Jonathan A. Segal
is a partner at Duane Morris LLP in the Employment, Labor, Benefits and Immigration Practice Group and the managing principal of the Duane Morris Institute, a provider of programs focused on issues faced by HR professionals, benefits administrators, in-house counsel and other senior managers. Jonathan has been listed in Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business among the top-rated lawyers for labor and employment in Pennsylvania. He has been listed as a "Pennsylvania Super Lawyer" by Law & Politics for the past five years. Jonathan has published more than 100 articles for HR Magazine and has provided training to federal and state judges on EEO issues. Jonathan received his B.A., summa cum laude, from the University of Pennsylvania and his J.D., cum laude, from the University of Pennsylvania School of Law.Anne E. Zerbe
successfully litigated the WellSpan v. Bayliss matter, a case of first impression in Pennsylvania regarding restrictive covenants and their application to physicians. Anne was also designated by the Governor Rendell as one of Pennsylvania’s 50 Best Women in Business in 2008. In 2009, Anne was named as one of Central Pennsylvania’s Forty Under 40. Anne earned her SPHR certification in 2008.A registration form is required for each attendee. Please photocopy for multiple registrants.
(Please print or attach business card here.)Or register online at http://pashrm.org
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Yes, I will attend the Networking Reception on April 11, 2010.o
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Early Bird Registration postmarked by 3/15/10: $125o
Regular Registration: $150o
Full-time Students and unemployed HR professionals: $50Note: Refund made if cancellation is received prior to 4/5/10 and is subject to a $25 administrative fee.
For additional information about the conference,
visit http://pashrm.org or e-mail Joanne Zeas at joanne.zeas@temple.edu for assistance.Please return the registration form with your check payable to:
Pennsylvania State Council of SHRM, Inc.
Joanne Zeas
1187 Old Jordan Road
Holland, PA 18966
Harrisburg Hilton
1 North Second Street | Harrisburg, PA
Room Reservations
: Call (717) 234-5021 or (877) 227-6963 by 3/15/10n
Room Cost (discount group rate) $119 (single/double)n
Mention the Society for Human Resource Management and registration code "WOL" to guarantee rate.Overnight guests may valet in the hotel garage and have the charge posted to their room—rate is $18.00.
There is a city-owned garage directly across the street from the hotel, Market Square Garage, on the corner of Second & Chestnut Streets. Parking rates max out at $18.
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| Thursday, April 15, 2010 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM Finding the HR Job You Want Even When No One Is Hiring Career Transition Event Speaker(s): Ford Myers,Thomas A. Sciorilli,Sean McManus,Sally W. Stetson,Jodi Kaelin SPHR |
Finding the HR Job You Want Even When No One Is Hiring
Space is limited so register early!
Registration is required to receive a
It is no secret that the HR function has been deeply impacted by the recession. Some estimates suggest that there are over 500 HR professionals in transition in the greater Philadelphia area alone. n What can I do, as an HR professional in transition, to differentiate myself from others in similar circumstances? n What should I be doing to land a great HR role in this market? The Greater Valley Forge Human Resources Association (GVFHRA) has put together a program that will provide valuable insights into the HR job search process. Networking will begin at 2:30 P.M. with the program to start at 3:00 P.M.
The keynote speaker for the panel is GVFHRA member Ford Myers, principal for Career Potential, a Radnor-based outplacement firm. Ford has recently authored a book entitled. Get the Job You Want Even when No One is Hiring. In his remarks he will share highlights from his book in addition to insights gleaned from his years of career coaching experience.
Following Ford’s remarks there will be a panel discussion where moderator Frank Powell, SPHR of Lee Hecht Harrison will be asking an expert panel probing questions about the HR search process. The panel will be comprised of Ford Myers and:
Sally Stetson, Principal of Salveson, Stetson a retained executive search firm
Tom Sciorilli, Senior Vice President of Human Resources at De Lage Landen
Sean McManus, Chief Human Resources Officer, ModSpace
Jodi Kaelin, Human Resource Business Partner, Merck
We look forward to seeing you there!
Both GVFHRA Members and Non-Members are invited to this event.
| Tuesday, April 20, 2010 5:30 PM How HR Can Communicate with Employees When There's No Money, Few Jobs, and Sometimes Very Little Good News College Night Speaker(s): Frank Roche |
How HR Can Communicate with Employees When There's No Money, Few Jobs, and Sometimes Very Little Good News
1) Frame the most effective employee communication techniques during these difficult times, including what to consider about change management communication
2) Discuss the advent of social media in HR and throughout companies
3) Provide an insight into innovative communication approaches such as lo-fi video
What Will HR Professionals Take Away:
This session, intended for HR professionals and managers who are tasked with communicating with diverse employee groups, will cover what techniques work, which don't, and what to say during tumultuous times. We'll cover the rise of social media inside and outside companies, how people learn, and how key messages get results.
The course will give HR practitioners the tools and techniques necessary to deliver effective communication to employees. During the presentation, practitioners will create a simple communication strategy for a program for their organization.
SPEAKER:Frank’s career has had a few twists and turns. He started out as a polymer physicist. Worked as a director of Total Quality. And he’s spent a long time in HR communications. All of that was preparation for when Sarah Chambers and he cooked up the idea for IFRACTAL (http://ifractal.com) over a hot chocolate at a book store more than six years ago. IFRACTAL is a HR communications consultancy based in
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| Online Payment Pricing GVFHRA members $25.00 Non Members $35.00 Student Pricing $20.00Reserve Only Pricing GVFHRA members $30.00 Non Members $35.00 Location Clarion Park Ridge King of Prussia Pa 19406
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| Thursday, April 22, 2010 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Victim, Survivor or Navigator? Choosing a Response to Workforce Change HRCI Credits Pending Speaker(s): Richard McKnight, PhD |
The Recruitment and Retention Committee of the Greater Valley Forge Human Resource Association Presents:
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| Online Payment Pricing GVFHRA members $35.00 Non Members $50.00 Student Pricing $20.00Reserve Only Pricing GVFHRA members $35.00 Non Members $50.00 Location ViroPharma Conference Center Exton PA 19341
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| Saturday, April 24, 2010 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM Team Building..An Intergalactic Adventure |
GVFHRA wants to say "thank you" to its members.
What better way than sponsoring the most impactful, engaging,and memorable team building event in the universe!
Intergalactic Adventure
Intergalactic Adventure is a
fun and memorable team building event for any group size from 20 and up. Preview this program for your next conference, retreat or team event.This fast-paced team building simulation requires effective collaboration, leadership, planning, and communication. Teams make their way to the enemy base, accomplish as many target missions as possible, and return to the Space Cruiser.
Squads have only twenty days to get to the enemy base and return safely with each day lasting between five to ten minutes. Their ultimate mission is to land on the enemy’s planet, clear away potential threats, and dismantle the enemy's communications array.
Date Saturday, April 24, 2010
Lift Off: 8:30am
Docking: 12:00pm
Location:
The Franklin Institute
20th Street & The Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Cost: $20 per person
(includes continental breakfast)Registration Form:
http://www.teambuildersplus.com/event_registration.html For more information go to: http://www.teambuildinginc.com/services_intergalactic_adventure.htmBoth GVFHRA Members and Non-Members are invited to this event.
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| Friday, April 30, 2010 8:00 am to 5:00 pm HR MEANS BUSINESS: HOW TO WRITE A HUMAN RESOURCES STRATEGIC PLAN 6.5 Strategic HRCI Credits Speaker(s): Margaret N. Morford |
Chester County Human Resources Association along with The Greater Valley Forge Human Resources Association are proud to present:
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Margaret N. Morford HR MEANS BUSINESS: HOW TO WRITE A HUMAN RESOURCES STRATEGIC PLAN Approved for 6.5 STRATEGIC HRCI Credits |
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This seminar is designed to help Human Resources professionals create a Human Resources Business Plan that underpins their organization’s larger strategic initiatives ten years into the future. A comprehensive Human Resources Business Plan plays a vital role in the achievement of an organization's overall strategic objectives and visibly demonstrates that Human Resources absolutely understands, is fully aligned and actively participates in moving organizations forward. A comprehensive Human Resources Business Plan will support specific strategic objectives undertaken by the sales/marketing, financial, operational and technology divisions. At the conclusion of this seminar, participants will understand what should be included in their Human Resources Strategic Plan and learn how to draft a Human Resources Strategic Business Plan that will dramatically increase Senior Management’s respect for HR’s futuristic, and business, mindset. Friday, April 30, 2010 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM This program includes breakfast and lunch Business Attire
Early Registration $175.00 per person. (You must register and pay in full on or before 3/14/2010). After 3/14/2010 the cost is $225.00 per person.
Credit Card payment only online, no refunds. Where
Downingtown Country Club
85 Country Club Drive Downingtown, PA 19335 610-269-2000 http://www.golfdowningtown.com |
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