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Sep 25-27, 2024

On-Site Schedule


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Sessions
7:00 AM
Registration Opens
7:00 AM
Location: Registration Booth
9:00 AM
SESSION: What Did My Brain Just Say?

Speaker: Lei Comerford

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Indigo Bay
Credits 1.50 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); NOT Available For On Demand
Session: Rock Your Career & Roll On With Financial Independence

Speaker: Hassan Thomas

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Orange/Nile
Credits 1.50 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); NOT Available For On Demand
Session: New Attendee Orientation

Speaker: Meghan Hensley

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: Zambezi
Credits Not eligible for credit.
10:00 AM
Repeat Session: New Attendee Orientation

Speaker: Meghan Hensley

10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: Zambezi
Credits Not eligible for credit.
11:00 AM
Opening Session - Doors open at 11:00am; Announcements & Welcome begin at 11:30am. Note - Lunch will NOT be served; we will have a heavy snack at 1:00pm
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Kalahari Ballroom
Credits n/a
12:00 PM
Speaker: Opening Keynote: Steve Burns - "The Cost of Showing Up Happy: Burn Out and the Wisdom of Asking For Help
12:00 PM - 1:00PM
Location: Kalahari Ballroom
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
1:00PM
Break (Heavy Snack)
1:15 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: NA
1:30 PM
Session: Beyond Balance: Future of Work-Life Blend with AI

Speaker: Dan Bruder

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Indigo Bay
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: How To Become Valuable In The Workplace

Speaker: Hassan Thomas

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Orange/Nile
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Wake Up: Time to Take Emotion out of Retaliation

Speaker: Louis Lessig, Esq

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Zambezi
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: The ABCs of EAP: How To Maximize Your Employee Assistance Program and Prioritize Mentail Health

Speaker: Daeylin Rock

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Leopard/Rosewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Recreational Marijuana

Speaker: Tony Fiore

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Sagewood / Zebrawood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
2:30 PM
Break
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Location: NA
2:45 PM
Session: Beyond Balance: Future of Work-Life Blend with AI

Speaker: Dan Bruder

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Location: Indigo Bay
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: How to become Valuable in the Workplace

Speaker: Hassan Thomas

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Location: Orange/Nile
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Wake Up: Time To Take The Emotion Out of Retaliation

Speaker: Louis Lessig, Esq

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Location: Zambezi
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: The ABC's of EAP: How to Maximize your Employee Assistance Program and Prioritize Mental Health

Speaker: Daeylin Rock

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Location: Leopard/Rosewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Recreational Marijuana

Speaker: Tony Fiore

2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Location: Sagewood / Zebrawood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
3:45 PM
AFTERNOON KEYNOTE SESSION: Mary jo Swearenger - "Leveragine Emerging Professionals
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Location: Kalahari Ballroom
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND; Recommended for Emerging Professionals.
5:15 PM
Exhibitor Hall - Open House
5:15 PM - 7:30 PM
Exhibit Hall
7:30 PM
Huts - Visit our sponsors!
7:30 PM - 11:00 PM
TBA
8:00 PM
Bar / Karoke - Have a Late Night Snack courtesy of MERCER
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
TBA
Sessions
7:00 AM
Session: Early Bird: Crafting Your Work with Intention

Speaker: Deanna Martin

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Location: Indigo Bay
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Early Bird:Leading Blind without Vision: Advocating for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Speaker: Welby Broaddus

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Location: Orange/Nile
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Early Bird: Supporting the Next Generation of Women Leaders

Speaker: Barb Utrup

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Location: Zambezi
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND; Recommended for Emerging Professionals
Session: Early Bird: How and Why to Become an Employer of Choice

Speaker: Amanda Smith

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Location: Leopard/Rosewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Early Bird: Cognitive Diversity - Understanding Different Thinking Styles

Speaker: Lei Comerford

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Location: Sagewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Early Bird - Disrupting Disengagement, The Great Resignation and Quiet Quitting

Speaker: Dr. Allen Lycka

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Location: Kalahari Ballroom
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
8:00 AM
Keynote Session: Overcoming Any Obstacle By Allowing Disruption

Speaker: Wesley Hamilton

8:00 AM - 9:15 AM
Location: Kalahari Ballroom
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
9:15 AM
Visit the Exhibit Hall!
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Location Exhibit Hall
9:30 AM
Session: HR Legal Issues Keeping You Up at Night? We'll help you sleep Better

Speaker: Lee Geiger and Laura Caty

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Indigo Bay
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Building Trust: Navigating the Path of Integrity, Authenticity, and Vulnerability in Leadership

Speaker: Aaron Helton

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Orange/Nile
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Human Touch in a High Tech World: Navigating the Future of Work with Empathy and Connection

Speaker: Dr. Jolene Church

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Zambezi
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: 5 Empowering Leadership Hacks to Retain your Rock Star Talent

Speaker: Jamie Lewis Smith

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Leopard/Rosewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Cognitive Diversity - Understanding Different Thinking Styles

Speaker: Lei Comerford

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Sagewood / Zebrawood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Disrupting Disengagement, The Great Resignation and Quiet Quitting

Speaker: Dr Allen Lycka

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Zebrawood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
10:30 AM
Break
10:30 AM - 10:40 AM
Location: Exhibit Hall
10:40 AM
Session: Charting HR's Course: Navigating The Boardroom for Success

Speaker: Julie Doyle

10:40 AM - 11:40 AM
Location: Indigo Bay
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Leading Blind without Vision: Advocating for the Blind and Visually Impaired

Speaker: Welby Broadus

10:40 AM - 11:40 AM
Location: Orange/Nile
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Reframing Parental Leave as a Professional Development Opportunity

Speaker: Lori Mihalich-Levin

10:40 AM - 11:40 AM
Location: Zambezi
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Supporting the Next Generation of Women Leaders

Speaker: Barb Utrup

10:40 AM - 11:40 AM
Location: Leopard/Rosewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND; Recommended for Emerging Professionals
Session: Can I Give You Some Feedback? No, Later, Yes, Why?

Speaker: Dr. James Gallo

10:40 AM - 11:40 AM
Location: Sagewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Making Work More Rewarding & Business More Profitable

Speaker: Omar Pradhan

10:40 AM - 11:40 AM
Location: Zebrawood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
11:30 AM
Lunch - Exhibit Hall
11:30 AM - 1:15 PM
Location: Exhibit Hall & Smart Stage (11:35-1:10)
1:30 PM
Session: HR Legal Issues Keeping You Up at Night? We'll help you sleep Better

Speaker: Lee Geiger and Laura Caty

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Indigo Bay
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Building Trust: Navigating the Path of Integrity, Authenticity, and Vulnerability in Leadership

Speaker: Aaron Helton

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Orange/Nile
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Human Touch in a High Tech World: Navigating the Future of Work with Empathy and Connection

Speaker: Dr. Jolene Church

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Zambezi
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: How and Why to Become an Employer of Choice

Speaker: Amanda Smith

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Leopard/Rosewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Making Work More Rewarding & Business More Profitable

Speaker: Omar Pradhan

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Sagewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Emerging Professionals Panel/Discussion/Q&A

Speaker: Moderated by Meghan Hensley

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Location: Zebrawood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
2:30 PM
Break
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Exhibit Hall
3:00 PM
Keynote Session: Assembly Required

Speaker: Haley Moss

3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Location: Kalahari Ballroom
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
4:15 PM
Session: Charting HR's Course: Navigating The Boardroom For Success

Speaker: Julie Doyle

4:15 PM -5:15 PM
Location: Indigo Bay
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Crafting Your Work With Intention

Speaker: Deanna Martin

4:15 PM -5:15 PM
Location: Orange/Nile
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Reframing Parental Leave As a Professional Development Opportunity

Speaker: Lori Mihalich-Levin

4:15 PM -5:15 PM
Location: Zambezi
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: 5 Empowering Leadership Hacks to Retain your Rock Star Talent

Speaker: Jamie Lewis Smith

4:15 PM -5:15 PM
Location: Leopard/Rosewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Can I Give Your Some Feedback? No, Later, Yes, Why?

Speaker: Dr. James Gallo

4:15 PM -5:15 PM
Location: Zebrawood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Students/EP Session - What Can SHRM Do For Students/Emerging Professionals?

Speaker: Faith Stipanovich

4:15 PM -5:15 PM
Location: Zebrawood
Credits 1.0 SHRM CREDITS ONLY; THIS SESSION IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND; Recommended for Emerging Professionals
5:15 PM
Happy Hour
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM
Location: NA
6:30 PM
Dinner
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: NA
6:50 PM
Entertainment - Water Coolers
6:50 PM - 7:40 PM
Location: TBA
8:00 PM
Social Event/DJ
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: TBA
Sessions
7:00 AM
Session: AI's Impact on the Business of HR

Speaker: John Bernatovicz

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Location: Indigo Bay
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Maximizing Your Impact

Speaker: Bradwin Jordan

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Location: Orange/Nile
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND; Recommended for Emerging Professionals
Session: Putting Yourself First

Speaker: Josh Copeland

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Location: Zambezi
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND; Recommended for Emerging Professionals
Session: Performance Transformation: From Reactive To Proactive Management

Speaker: Joe Rotella

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Location: Leopard/Rosewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: "If I Could Only...":Unlock the Mystery of Team Transformation

Speaker: Lisa Beaty

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Location: Sagewood / Zebrawood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
8:00 AM
Break
8:00 AM - 8:15 AM
Location: NA
8:15 AM
Session: Riding The Teeter Totter - Ethics In HR

Speaker: Christie Engler

8:15 AM - 9:15 AM
Location: Indigo Bay
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND; Recommended for Emerging Professionals
Session: Stand Up & Speak: How Storytelling Like A Comedian Creates Standout Collaboration

Speaker: David Horning

8:15 AM - 9:15 AM
Location: Orange/Nile
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Creating a Culture of Contribution in Today's Hybrid Working WorldSupporting the Next Generation of Women Leaders

Speaker: Elisabeth Galperin

8:15 AM - 9:15 AM
Location: Zambezi
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Long Overdue: Topics We Need to Talk About in HR Circles

Speaker: Julie Develin

8:15 AM - 9:15 AM
Location: Leopard/Rosewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Walking the Tightrope - The Balancing Act of Parenthood and a Positive Career

Speaker: Meghan Hensley

8:15 AM - 9:15 AM
Location: Sagewood / Zebrawood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
9:15 AM
Break
9:15 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: NA
9:30 AM
Session: AI's Impact on the Business of HR

Speaker: John Bernatovicz

9:30 AM -10:30 AM
Location: Indigo Bay
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Maximizing Your Impact

Speaker: Bradwin Jordan

9:30 AM -10:30 AM
Location: Orange/Nile
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND; Recommended for Emerging Professionals
Session: Putting Yourself First

Speaker: Josh Copeland

9:30 AM -10:30 AM
Location: Zambezi
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND; Recommended for Emerging Professionals
Session: Performance Transformation: From Reactive To Proactive Management

Speaker: Joe Rotella

9:30 AM -10:30 AM
Location: Leopard/Rosewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: "If I Could Only...": Unlock the Mystery of Team Transformation

Speaker: Lisa Beaty

9:30 AM -10:30 AM
Location: Sagewood / Zebrawood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
10:30 AM
Break
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Location: NA
10:45 AM
Session: Riding The Teeter Totter - Ethics In HR

Speaker: Christie Engler

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Location: Indigo Bay
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND; Recommended for Emerging Professionals
Session: Stand Up & Speak: How Storytelling Like A Comedian Creates Standout Collaboration

Speaker: David Horning

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Location: Orange/Nile
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Creating a Culture of Contribution in Today's Hybrid Working World

Speaker: Elisabeth Galperin

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Location: Zambezi
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Long Overdue: Topics We Need to Talk About in HR Circles

Speaker: Julie Develin

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Location: Leopard/Rosewood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
Session: Walking the Tightrope - The Balancing Act of Parenthood and a Positive Career

Speaker: Meghan Hensley

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Location: Sagewood / Zebrawood
Credits 1.0 SHRM & HRCI (GENERAL); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND
11:45 AM
Break
11:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: NA
12:00 PM
Keynote Session: Living, Thriving, and Taking Care of Business With A Disability

Speaker: Dr. Donna Walton

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Kalahari Ballroom
Credits1.0 SHRM & HRCI (BUSINESS); THIS SESSION IS AVAILABLE FOR ON DEMAND

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