Highlights from the 13th Annual WTSHRM HR & Employment Law Conference in Jackson, TN

HIGHLIGHTS

November 16, 2022

Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Registration opens at 8:00 a.m.

at

Union University Carl Grant Event Center

1050 Union University Dr. Jackson, TN 38305

13th Annual Human Resources & Employment Law Fall Conference

Presented by:

WEST TENNESSEE SOCIETY FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

In coordination with:

LAW FIRM OF RAINEY, KIZER, REVIERE & BELL, P.L.C.

Join us for an informative day where we will soar into critical issues facing human resources, including:

Pre-Flight Check – This is a review of the most up-to-date information on conducting background and reference checks, requiring pre employment physicals, skills testing, and all applicable laws. 1 2 Keep Your Feet on the Ground: Workers’ Compensation –Discover practical tips for HR and front-line supervisors in handling workers’ comp. claims. Interpersonal HR Competencies – The successful HR professional is one who can communicate well. Learn the interpersonal skills that will make you a more effective manager. Let’s Get Carried Away: Employment Case Studies – An interactive discussion of recent employment law cases and the application 3 of relevant concepts and HR strategies. 4

Head in the Clouds? Top HR Pitfalls that Give Employment

Attorneys Heartburn – Learn about the policies and activities in HR that could be possible legal pitfalls for your organization.

Lunch is provided. Explore our impressive showcase of HR-related exhibitors. Great door prizes.

Registration Fee: $100 for WTSHRM Members $125 for non-WTSHRM Members Join WTSHRM for only $25 at: wtshrm.org/join

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The registration deadline is Wednesday 5 , November 9, 2022. Register early as seating is limited. 6 7 You may pay by check or with a credit card. 1 Dr. John Carbonell, Past-President of WTSHRM, welcomed attendees. 2 Dale Thomas and James Thompson, attorneys with Rainey Kizer, presented “Keep Your Feet on the Ground: Workers’ Compensation.” 3 Jennifer Howell, WTSHRM Conference Chair, provided a conference This program has been approved for 6 recertification credit hours through HRCI and SHRM.update to the attendees. 4 Cynthia Y. Thompson, Editor | Publisher of HR Professionals Magazine presented, “Interpersonal HR Competencies.” 5 Rhonda Livingston, President of WTSHRM, provided an update on WTSHRM. 6 Meredith Maroney and Geoffrey Lindley, attorneys with Rainey Kizer, spoke on “Pre-flight Check: The Pre-employment Process. 7 The WTSHRM Board of Directors 8 Some of the members of the the Rainey Kizer Team 9 Leaders Credit Union employees accept first place prize for best decorated exhibitor booth. 10 The WGU Tennessee exhibit. 11 The SHRM Foundation table 12 Attendees at the WTSHRM Conference