Session 1
Storm Center: HR’s Role in Business Continuity and Recovery Planning
When weather or other disasters cripple an organization, HR, in coordination with other departments and leaders, can serve as the pivot point to quickly reestablish operations and minimize losses for all stakeholders. Geoff’s study of post-Katrina New Orleans reveals HR’s role in rebuilding their workforces and their organizations.
Geoffrey M. Dubinski, MS, CDR, CIR is Chief Talent Scout, Principal & Managing Director of Sumner Grace & Associates. Geoff served as an executive compensation consultant with Towers Perrin and as an executive with one of the largest national staffing firms. He has worked with Fortune 100 companies including GE and Motorola and has spoken at NYS SHRM Conference, The Conference Board, and Chambers of Commerce.
Session 2
Avoiding Legal Storms During Difficult Times
As more employees are considering restructuring in response to changing economic realities, HR professionals must navigate the often difficult discussions about reorganizations, avoid the pitfalls,and offer sound business advice. The speakers will provide a roadmap for successfully planning and executing reorganizations.
Susan Corcoran is a Partner with Jackson Lewis LLP. An employment litigator, she regularly represents employers in Courts and Administrative Hearings. She also counsels clients and offers training on workplace law, including reductions in force.
Eric Felsberg is a Senior Associate with Jackson Lewis LLP. As an expert in Affirmative Action and workplace reductions, Eric regularly defends clients in audits and compliance issues.
Session 3
What is Working to Help Employers Control Healthcare Costs
Two compelling case studies illustrate what works and what doesn’t. Discover why wellness responsibility is the critical link to success when you implement a consumer driven health plan. Learn how HRA’s and HSA’s can be part of an innovative wellness responsibility approach that integrates with consumerism.
David Melby has over 17 years experience in the insurance brokerage field and has particular expertise in the municipal and not-for-profit arenas, whereby collective bargaining is a strong suit. David serves as advisory board member to many insurance companies, assisting in the development of new products, pricing and marketing.
Martin Brayboy has over 20 years experience in Group Insurance, first as an Account Executive for Prudential and CIGNA, and then as a Broker Consultant for the last 11 years. Martin specializes in working with multi-site groups. He has implemented many cost management strategies including self-funding, high deductible Medical plans/Health Savings Accounts, Health Reimbursement Arrangements, and wellness initiatives.
Session 4
Leading Through Turbulent Times
Effective leadership is critical during turbulent times – regardless of whether the turbulence is due to a stormy economy, stormy weather or other upheaval. Do your employees’ concerns about the economy, your organization, and their own future impede their engagement? Learning the keys to effective leadership will enable you to lead through difficult times.
Regina M. Clark, CSP is Principal of Left Brain Leverage. She is a sought-after international speaker, author, and business owner who delivered two programs at the 2008 SHRM National Conference and was a highly rated keynote speaker at the 2007 and 2008 NYS SHRM Conferences. Regina has worked with over 100 clients worldwide, including Johnson & Johnson, Medtronic, and Giorgio Armani.
