Annual Fall Workshop
Cultivating HR Excellence:
Audits, Benefits and Strategies
When: Thursday, October 12, 2023
Where: NW Educational Service District
1601 R Avenue, Anacortes, WA 98221
Time: 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Join us in beautiful Anacortes for our annual Fall Workshop. This session will provide 3.25 HRCI and SHRM recertification credits.
Workshop Schedule:
08:00 am to 09:00 am: Buffet breakfast and networking
09:00 am to 10:00 am: "Shaping your Voluntary Benefits Strategy" by Christina Buchholz
10:00 am to 11:00 am: "Deep Dive into HR Audits" by Kathy Henderson
11:00 am to 11:15 am: Break
11:15 am to 1:00 pm: "Culture: What, Why, and How?" by Kevin Meenaghan
Deep Dive Into HR Audits
Employers have a duty to conduct thorough and impactful HR Audits. It's important to understand not only what exactly constitutes an HR Audit, but also when to do them, what all is included, and how to prioritize auditing in a busy HR schedule.
Kathy Henderson, SPHR, SHCM-SCP, Senior Consultant, All Things HR
Kathy has over 20 years of experience in HR strategy, regulatory compliance, project planning and implementation, employee relations and development. Her broad background in the daily operations of a human resources department has given her insight into the synergy of the many aspects of a strong HR strategy. Kathy's passion is in helping bring this all together.
Shaping your Voluntary Benefits Strategy
Voluntary benefits have become an essential part of employee benefits packages. They have evolved from being add-ons to being vital components of effective benefits strategies. Supplemental plans offer employees a path to wealth building and financial protection, personal security, and overall wellness. It's important to understand what to consider when selecting which benefits to offer, and what tools are available to help employees and employers navigate enrollment and administration.
Christina Buchholz, THRP, Sr. Vice President, Brown & Brown Insurance
Christina's history in the insurance industry spans the many facets of it: she started in benefits administration; she served in executive leadership for a third-party administrator of self-funded plans; she acted as a national account manager for a large carrier, and for the last 15 years, she has been a broker and consultant who strategizes alongside employers to achieve the best value from their employee benefits investment.
Culture: What, why, and How?
With all the recent talk about corporate culture, it's critical to explore the many facets of team and organizational culture, including the effects of remote work, the impact of management, engagement, and personal & professional wellbeing. Evaluating and improving organizational culture is key to the success of any business in today's climate.
Kevin Meenaghan, Chief Strategist and President, Wardroom Success Strategies
Kevin has first-hand experience and insight into the power of the Wardroom. Kevin invested 26 years as a Navy pilot and officer. His own personal leadership journey began in the Wardrooms and flight decks onboard aircraft carriers, where his leadership abilities orchestrated the movements of hundreds of crew members as they assisted in the takeoff and landing of aircraft, and the employment of carrier strike group ships. His military leadership reached the highest levels, culminating in the facilitation of meetings with the President’s National Security Advisor, Secretary of Defense and Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Kevin’s business, Wardroom Success Strategies, stems from his time as a Naval Officer. The Wardroom onboard a Navy vessel is the private room for higher-ranking officers, a place where those in management positions gather to rest, take meals, and discuss matters. In the Wardroom, leadership is nurtured and camaraderie grows. Founded by Kevin, Wardroom Success Strategies offers professional organizations The Wardroom Experience through methodologies that foster leadership, build teams, and deliver stronger professional cultures.
SHRM Foundation Raffle
Don't miss out on the chance to participate in the SHRM Foundation Raffle! Founded in 1966, the SHRM Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the world's largest HR professional society, SHRM. With nearly 325,000 HR professionals across the globe, SHRM impacts the lives of more than 235 million workers and their families. The SHRM Foundation's evidence-based programming educates and empowers HR professionals to hire diverse talent, build inclusive workplaces, prioritize workplace mental health and wellness, and support the next generation of HR professionals. Join us and help make a positive social impact in the workplace!
*Please remember to bring cash or check to the Fall Workshop to participate in the raffle.
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This workshop will equip professionals with information and tools to address topics that are trending in today’s organizations.
Don’t miss out on this popular training opportunity!
- Early (Online) Registration SHRM/SIHRMA Member: $55
- Early (Online) Registration non-SHRM/SIHRMA Member: $65
- Student & Displaced Worker: $30
- Regular Registration (Walk In): $75
Thank you to our Sponsors!
Gold Sponsors:
Dispute Resolution Center
All Things HR
LeGros Buchanan & Paul
Silver Sponsors:
EDASC
Express Employment Professionals
