Chapter Meeting

HR professionals are often the first exposure to a non-military work environment for transitioning military as a new occupation is a priority upon separation from service. When you meet someone with a military background, are you able to create rapport? Do you understand their value and potential to your organization? Are you able to understand some of the military-ingrained language or behaviors they have yet to break a habit in? Or is your engagement with a military person a bit awkward and possibly uncomfortable for lack of smooth communication?

With over 16 years in the Human Resources Management and Talent Acquisition field, Clinton Bradley is devoted to helping employees thrive and businesses make the most of their resources by focusing on the inclusion of talent by eliminating bias.  Clinton is the Nurse Recruiter Sourcing Specialist for North Kansas City Hospital, and also serves as the VP of Finance and Diversity & Inclusion Director for SHRM KC. Clinton also serves as MOSHRM State Council for Diversity & Inclusion.

Terry Old, Information and Training Coordinator with the Missouri Department of Labor - Commission on Human Rights will give a presentation on preventing workplace harassment.

A timely and important topic that can affect every work environment.

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Wesley Tucker, University of Missouri Extension, will provide a presentation on how supervisors can guide conflict resolution between themselves and employees as well as between employees themselves.

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Jake Woolfenden of Summit Safety Group will share information about workplace drug screens, with an emphasis on post-accident drug testing.

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Stacy M. Bunck of Oglree Deakins employment law firm will present information on the ins and outs of protesting unemployment.  From best practices to documentation, she will provide you with what you need to know to effectively handle unemployment protests.

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Did you know October was Disabled Employee Awareness Month?  Do you currently have or have you ever employed workers with a disability?  Mark Register, with The Center for Human Services will discuss the variety of programs CHS offers with the ultimate goal to find meaningful, integrated community employment for the individuals they serve.

Menu:  Taco Bar (Beef or Chicken)

           Shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese

           Spanish rice, refried beans

State Fair Community College’s The Learning Force will provide a look at some of the most common disruptive employee behaviors, identify the potential risks to the organization if the behavior is not corrected, consider some of the reasons for such problems and offer strategies for constructively managing the performance of difficult employees.

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The new overtime regulations are here!  With an implementation date of December 1, 2016, employers are looking to HR professionals for guidance with cost containment and compliance issues.  At our July meeting, Tueth Keeney attorneys Shane Jones and Kate Nash will provide guidance and a practical approach for responding to the latest changes to the FLSA White Collar Exemption Regulations.  Bring your questions and join us for an engaging and informative session!