Sky Song | 1365 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ | Building 3 - Room #135
Business leaders and human resources professionals play a pivotal role in shaping the success of organizations by effectively managing the most valuable asset – their people. Attending our Strategic HR Forum workshop provides business leaders and HR professionals with a unique opportunity to enhance their skills and stay abreast of the latest industry trends.
Join us for an incredible half day workshop and learn how to add value to your company as a strategic business partner. This workshop also offers a platform for networking with like-minded individuals, sharing best practices, and gaining insights from seasoned experts.
The workshop provides a comprehensive understanding of innovative strategies and organizational development, empowering business leaders and HR professionals to contribute strategically to their company's growth.
Ultimately, attending this workshop equips business leaders and HR professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to drive positive change within their organizations and contribute to long-term success.
AGENDA
9:00 am Continental Breakfast/Registration/Networking
9:45 am Welcome Message, Sponsor Introductions
10:00 am Session 1 – Strategic Succession Planning
Linda Michaels, Founder at AZ HR Hub
Business leaders and human resources professionals stand to gain valuable insights and skills by attending this session. Succession planning is a critical aspect of talent management, ensuring that organizations have a pipeline of capable leaders ready to step into key roles. This session offers business leaders and HR professionals the opportunity to deepen their understanding of strategic workforce planning, and identify high-potential employees. Business leaders and HR professionals can enhance their ability to contribute to the long-term success of their organizations by fostering a culture of talent development and preparedness for leadership transitions.
10:45 am Break - network with your fellow attendees and vendors
11:15 am Session 2 – How Not to Get Sued from Your Decisions
Monica Grant, HR consultant at AZ HR Hub
This session will provide valuable insights into the complex realm of employment discrimination laws and regulations, equipping business leaders and HR practitioners with a deeper understanding of the legal landscape. By gaining knowledge about disparate impact, which refers to unintentional discrimination that adversely affects a protected class, Business leaders and HR professionals can enhance their ability to design fair and inclusive hiring practices. This session will offer practical strategies and case studies to help business leaders and HR professionals identify and mitigate potential disparate impact risks within their organizations. This session not only fosters compliance with anti-discrimination laws but also underscores a commitment to fostering diverse and equitable workplaces, which are increasingly recognized as critical factors for organizational success in today's global and socially conscious business environment.
12:00 pm Lunch/networking/vendors
1:15 pm Session 3 – Translating Between Upper Management and Team Members
Tanner Kohoutek, HR consultant at AZ HR Hub
In today's dynamic business environment, effective communication is key to fostering a collaborative and productive workplace. Business leaders and HR professionals play a pivotal role in facilitating smooth communication between different levels of the organizational hierarchy. Attending this session will provide you with insights and skills to navigate the distinct differences between upper management and team members. By understanding the perspectives, expectations, and priorities of both sides, HR professionals can act as strategic mediators, fostering an environment of mutual understanding and cooperation.
2:00 pm Raffle Prizes
2:15 pm Event ends
2.25 Business Credit Hours Pending through HRCI
