The Differentiated Workforce

05/20/2010 Sammy's, Cleveland

Dr. Dick Beatty’s (Professor of Human Resource Management at Rutgers University) research into human resource strategy and the measurement of aspects of workforce performance provide him a unique view into people management. He will apply leading-edge academic research and years of practical experience to help us improve our workforce delivery of customer value and the execution of our corporate strategic plans. Dr. Beatty founded a firm, Beatty, Huesilid, Becker and Associates focused in this area. He recently released a new book, “The Differentiated Workforce”, and you will receive a copy of this book at this session.

The Changing World of Work

03/18/2010 Embassy Suites Hotel Cleveland-Rockside, Independence

Tony Santora, Executive Vice President for Right Management’s Global Solutions division We are again focused on trends, but this time they are specifically in our Human Resources space. Mr. Santora and Right Management have done extensive research to understand three mega-trends with global implications that will significantly impact HR executives and their teams. He has indicated that the current economic situation has masked many of these trends. Prepare for the future and plan for what’s next by helping your companies and firms stay ahead of changes.

Built to Change: Creating Change Capability across the Enterprise

01/21/2010 The Club at Key Center, Cleveland

LOCATION CHANGE: Due to The Forum closing, our event will be held at The Club at Key Center Dr. Chris Worley, Center for Effective Organizations, University of Southern California and co-author of “Built to Change“ Each year we emphasize a program that helps us manage change. Dr. Worley has done extensive research in this space. He has authored a book, “Build to Change”, which provides seminal research on change. Often we have good ideas and strategies that never are adopted. Dr. Worley will help us consider ways to develop a framework and architecture for sustainable organizational change. He will review a case study of how Capital One strategically implemented change to achieve success by targeting resource allocation, talent management, and performance management.

Be Hip to Thrive: The Evolution of Engagement

12/03/2009 Forum Conference Center, Cleveland

Presenter: Lisa Haneberg, Vice President and Organization Design Practice Lead MPI Consulting During this interactive session, Lisa Haneberg will offer a model of the new work context for employers. This program is focused on us as HR leaders. Ms. Haneberg will use her knowledge of national trends and explain the implications of each on our roles as HR executives. She will suggest four changes that HR professionals can make to lead their organizations. You will get clear ideas on how to capitalize on the positive aspects of these trends and the steps to mitigate the problems they produce. We will examine a new way to look at work and organization complexity, define "Social Context" and why we ought to care, explore the need to reframe and realign the middle management function and identify how we attract, hire, retain, and develop our people.

Economic Outlook: Regional and National

10/08/2009 The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, Cleveland

Speaker: Brent Meyer, Economic Analyst, Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland Program Summary: · Commentary on economic and financial issues of interest to residents and businesses in the Fourth District (Ohio, western Pennsylvania, eastern Kentucky, and the northern panhandle of West Virginia). · Discussion of current national economic conditions. · Special emphasis on regional labor markets. About the Speaker: Brent Meyer is an economic analyst in the Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland. His research interests are monetary policy, macroeconomics, inflation, and forecasting. Mr. Meyer joined the Bank in 2006 as a research assistant and was promoted to economic analyst in 2007. He earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from Hillsdale College and a master’s degree in economics from Bowling Green State University. This program has been approved for 1.5 (Specified -Strategic) recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute. Please be sure to note the program ID number on your recertification application form. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HR Certification Institute website at www.hrci.org. Parking lots are available nearby. Parking will not be validated, so admission fees have been reduced by $5. All visitors should use the Superior Avenue entrance to the Cleveland Fed building. For security purposes, every guest must register at the protection desk in the foyer and present photo identification. Guests will pass through a security check, similar to at the airport. All guests will be issued a visitor badge. Unauthorized visitors will not be permitted into the building and substitutions will not be granted without 24-hour advance notice. Due to security at the Federal Reserve, we cannot make any additions to our registration list after Monday, October 5th. We will not be able to accomodate walk ins.

NOHRPS Networking Meeting and Membership Drive

08/06/2009 Great Lakes Brewing Company, Cleveland

You are invited to attend a casual gathering of prospective and existing members of the Northeast Ohio Human Resource Planning Society (NOHRPS). Learn first hand about the value of membership and benefits of professional exchange with human resource leaders from across our region. Get the information and exposure you need to decide if becoming part of this dynamic organization is right for you. The Future of Recruiting is all about Social Media In addition to the food, friends and fresh beer, there will be a 30 minute presentation from Brazen Careerist co-founder - Ryan Paugh. His fast paced presentation will expand your perspective on attracting talent. Get a peek inside the evolving role of blogging, Twitter, Facebook and Linked-in. Get answers to the tough questions you may not be asking. The Future of Human Resources is all about Leadership Invest in your future. Investigate the quality of human resource leadership here in Northeast Ohio. Become part of a group that works hard to expand our regional view of the world and supports economic development through the exchange of sound business ideas. Registration fee $30. Includes dinner and an adult beverage

Sustainability: How Good Corporate Citizenship and "Going Green" Translates into Employee Retention Success

05/20/2009 Embassy Suites Hotel, Independence

Bring your notebook and pen and prepare to take notes on why offering "green" products and services realizes widespread benefits - from boosting your bottom line to an improved corporate image - while at the same time contributing to sustainable development. This program has been approved for 1.5 (Specified -Strategic ) recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute. Please be sure to note the program ID number on your recertification application form. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HR Certification Institute website at www.hrci.org. Sudhakar Kesavan, CEO, ICF International, will share his tremendous insight on the decision-making process and how "going green" makes good business sense. Learn how and why ICF International decided to enter a carbon offset purchase agreement and undertake other energy efficiency measures to fully offset carbon emissions from its 23 offices worldwide by April 2008. In 1997, Mr. Kesavan was named President of the ICF Consulting Group when it was a subsidiary of ICF Kaiser. In 1999, the Group was divested from Kaiser and became a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company through a joint effort of the management and CM Equity Partners, and ICF International was launched as an independent company. Mr. Kesavan received his Master of Science degree from the Technology and Policy Program at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), his postgraduate diploma in Management from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad, and his Bachelor of Technology degree (chemical engineering) from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur. Mr. Kesavan serves on the Board of the Rainforest Alliance , a New York based nonprofit environmental organization committed to protecting ecosystems by transforming land-use practices, business practices, and consumer behavior. In 2007,Washington SmartCEO honored Mr. Kesavan as one of the Future 50, the magazine’s honor to chief executives of the Washington metropolitan area's fastest growing companies. Networking Reception and Cash Bar to follow from 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

The Differentiated Workforce

05/20/2009 Forum Conference Center, Cleveland

Dr. Dick Beatty, Professor of Human Resource Management at Rutgers University Dr. Beatty’s research into human resource strategy and the measurement of aspects of workforce performance provide him a unique view into people management. He will apply leading-edge academic research and years of practical experience to help us improve our workforce delivery of customer value and the execution of our corporate strategic plans. Dr. Beatty founded a firm, Beatty, Huesilid, Becker and Associates focused in this area. He recently released a new book, “The Differentiated Workforce”, and you will receive a copy of this book at this session.

Peer to Peer Best-Practice Sharing – We are the Experts

03/26/2009 Forum Conference Center, Cleveland

You have asked for opportunities to learn from your peers. The NOHRPS membership and guests possess an exceptional level of knowledge and expertise. Now is the time to share and learn from each other. This session will be highly structured to foster dialogue and capture best practices. A summary of findings will be published. Come and co-create our own N.E. Ohio Stimulus Package. Topic specific, small group discussions will be used to allow participants an opportunity to describe their practices and experience in addressing issues facing all companies in today’s economy. Seek advice from your peers. You will choose the topic(s) that are most relevant to your company. Come to share, leave with respect for the work your peers are doing and new ideas to consider for your organization. This event combines sharing best practices, networking with peers while addressing issues of today. We are responsible for contributing to business solutions that help our region’s economic development. Come join in the idea generation and best-practices sharing. Take away insights and options to consider for supporting the growth and development of your company. 1. The Boomer Exodus: Identifying and preparing new leaders. After the economic downturn the “War for Talent” will heat up. How are you growing future leaders? What practices have you found most effective? What questions do you have for your peers? 2. Espoused versus Practiced Culture: Aligning legends, rituals, and rights passage with business results. What is your company doing to develop and embed its desired culture? What drives and sustains the culture that creates your competitive advantage? 3. NEW –Handling morale and communications in a difficult economy. How is your management team engaging and retaining a workforce while dealing with layoffs and revenue challenges? What out-of-the-box thinking is keeping your company on track? The March 26th meeting will also serve as the NOHRPS annual business meeting. As such, a slate of nominations for new officers for the period 2009-2011 will be presented for an election vote.

Managing the Message

01/22/2009 Forum Conference Center, Cleveland

Program Description: What happens when your CEO hands you the latest “hot potato”? When an employee does something wrong? When the media is interested in your business? Or when an “investigative journalist” bursts into your office with cameras blazing and a microphone in your face? Do you have any rights? Is there any way to control the situation? They say it takes a lifetime to build a reputation and only a few seconds to destroy one. In a split second you could find yourself in a position where you need to know how to handle the media or be a public spokesperson. Would you know what to do or how to respond? This fast-paced talk by Cleveland crisis comm & media specialist Bruce Hennes will give you the tools you need to defend yourself against a press onslaught and protect the reputation of your firm. No fluff -- just an inside peek at how reporters – and television, in particular - manipulate the news. This interactive discussion will help you: • Gain knowledge and confidence in effectively communicating to protect the organization’s image, brand and perception internally and externally • Know how to establish and maintain “control of the message” • Understand how the media approaches good news, bad news and complex situation stories Speaker: Bruce Hennes, CEO, Hennes Communication Bruce M. Hennes, Managing Partner of Hennes Communications, a crisis communications, media training and media relations consulting firm based in Cleveland serving corporations, government agencies, nonprofits and individuals who are “on trial” in the court of public opinion. Hennes has over 30 years experience working in politics and public relations. He now counts among his current and former clients such companies as Avery Dennison, Degussa Chemicals, Forest City Enterprises, The Greater Cleveland RTA, KeyBank, John Carroll University, Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District, NASA and Westfield Insurance. Hennes is also of counsel to Levick Strategic Communications in Washington, DC. (2005 Crisis Agency of the Year – The Holmes Report). This program has been approved for 1.5 (General ) recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HR Certification Institute website at www.hrci.org.

Selecting and Deploying Software for Today’s Workforce

12/11/2008 Forum Conference Center, Cleveland

Speaker: Jason Averbook, CEO Knowledge Infusion Back by popular demand – one of the highest rated NOHRPS Speakers In the past, software was developed for and deployed to HR departments. Today, software is developed for and deployed to entire organizations. Add the additional pressures of creating a workforce experience that matches that of Facebook or Google and HR has quite a challenge. Where today’s workforce demands a more interactive and social experience with all the web 2.0 features they have grown accustomed to, technology vendors are just beginning to embed these features into their software. In addition, many organizations fear, rather than embrace new technology simply because they are uneducated as to best practices in how to deploy and govern. Join this session to learn best practices and trends for selecting and deploying software including: · Changes in pricing and deployment that dramatically affect how you choose ERP vs on-demand solutions · How to ensure successful deployment taking into account the needs of employees, managers, and different regions · How to incorporate web 2.0 technologies like social networking, blogs and wikis into your Digital HR strategy · How to create a cohesive employee experience with multiple applications This program has been approved for 1.5 (Specified -Strategic ) recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute. Please be sure to note the program ID number on your recertification application form. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit the HR Certification Institute website at www.hrci.org.

Celebrate 20 Years of Leadership and Vision from NOHRPS: What Does it Mean to Work Here? A Signature Experience for Extraordinary Engagement

10/16/2008 DoubleTree Hotel, Independence

Our speaker will be Tammy Erickson, an award winning author and expert on organizations and the changing workforce. What Does it Mean to Work Here? A Signature Experience for Extraordinary Engagement: Everyone is measuring engagement, but efforts to improve it can be frustrating. The key is to understand the role work plays in your employees' live and how to create an employee experience that leverages your firm's unique strengths.

Regionalism at a Tipping Point for the NE Ohio Economy

05/21/2008 Embassy Suites Independence, Independence

In his book The Tipping Point, Malcolm Gladwell discusses the forces that drive social change. In this session, you will learn about the forces emerging to stimulate change and economic development through regionalism. In addition, you will learn what role your organization can play in taking actions that promote and take advantage of the economic value and competitive advantages of regionalism.

Come to explore opportunities and roles for human resources leadership to collaborate on regional efforts to attract, develop and retain talent. Join a rare gathering of human resource professionals from Akron to Elyria to Ashtabula.

Participate in dialogue with four key leaders on regional initiatives critical to supporting the economy in Northeast Ohio:

• Leverage resources to attract talent to the great benefits of our region

• Aligning our region's education systems to meet your skill requirements

• Creating workforce development programs to draw top talent

SPEAKERS Brad Whitehead, The Fund for Our Economic Future Learn about the power and progress being made with regionalism and examine opportunities on how you can make a difference.

Rick Batyko, Cleveland Plus Discover how to take advantage of regional marketing resources to attract top talent and project the lifestyle benefits of living in Northeast Ohio.

Ann Kowal Smith, Education Works Get involved in regional efforts to ensure our educational systems create the skills your company needs to compete in the twenty-first century

Laura Steinbrink, Fund for Our Economic Future Learn how to obtain resources available from the State to support specific workforce development initiatives in your company.

This meeting is a regional collaboration between the Northeast Ohio Human Resource Planning Society (NOHRPS) and Cleveland Society for Human Resource Management (Cleveland SHRM).

Adopt or Die: Technology and Human Resource Strategies

03/27/2008 The Forum Conference Center, One Cleveland Center, Cleveland

ASP ATS, CRM, ERP, ISP LMS, HRIS, SSP, and the list goes on. Every facet of human resources is integrated with some form of technology. Learn about the role technology is playing in supporting high performance work systems. We will examine how current and emerging applications are helping organizations create a competitive advantage and bottom line results from automating a range of human resource business process. Learn how a combination of people, process, and technology can transform HR into a strategic driver of business results in your organization.

This interactive discussion will help you:

• Develop a strategy to map HR objectives to business objectives

• Explore the critical factors to successfully execute your initiatives

• Gain business support for new technology purchases

• Include metrics and measurement as part of all HR technology projects

• Understand how on-demand technologies are dramatically changing the purchase and deployment of HR applications

• Be aware of emerging applications such as wikis, blogs, and social networking and the increased affect they are having on HR and the workforce.

SPEAKER

Jason Averbook is Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of Knowledge Infusion, a strategic consulting organization that works collaboratively with clients to help them achieve true business results from HCM technologies. With more than 15 years of experience in the HR and technology industry, including senior management positions at PeopleSoft and Ceridian, Jason has worked with industry leading companies around the world to help them transform their HR organizations into strategic partners. Jason was honored in 2006 by Human Capital Magazine as a recipient of its Future HR Leader Award and is a frequent speaker and contributor to industry publications and events worldwide. Jason holds a B.A and an M.B.A from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota.

The Best and Worst of Leaderhip

01/24/2008

Speaker: Dennis Lekan, EdD, President, Corporate Leadership Associates, LLC and Harry Martin, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Management and Labor Relations, Cleveland State University

The Eaton Approach

12/06/2007

Speaker: Samuel Dolinsky, Vice President, Leadership and Organization Development, Eaton Corporation Connie Wayne, Manager, Executive Development, Eaton Corporation

Strategies for Integrating Success Management with Knowledge Transfer

10/04/2007

Speaker: William J. Rothwell, PhD, SPHR, Rothwell & Associates

Dialog: the Strategic Partnership of the CEO and CHRO

05/10/2007

Speaker: Robert J. Joyce, Chairman and CEO and Debra Lyons, CHRO, Westfield Group

Employee Engagement: Real-Time Data for Real-Time Results

03/22/2007

Speaker: Theresa M. Welbourne, Ph.D., founder, President and CEO of eePulse, Inc.

New Employee Retention Research and Best Practices: Essential Information for Keeping Your Best Talent

01/02/2007

Speaker: Craig R. Taylor, Senior Vice President, TalentKeepers

Corporate University: Launching the 21st Century Learning Organization

12/05/2006

Speaker: Kevin Wheeler, President and Founder, Global Learning Resources

Diversity Leadership: Managing the Workforce of the Future

10/01/2006

Speaker: Deborah L. Plummer, Ph.D., Director of the Office of Diversity, Cleveland Clinic Health System

Entrepreneur or Intrapraneur? HR's Role in Building Organizational Strategy

05/01/2006

Speakers: Ray Leach, President & CEO, JumpStart, Inc., Paul D. Tolchinsky, PhD, Case Western Reserve University, Michael Feuer, MaxVentures

Building a Comprehensive Strategy to Create a Healthy Workforce

03/01/2006

Speakers: Bruce W. Shermann, M.D., Laura Hoag and Christopher B. Mykrants, Watson Wyatt

Managing Human Capital to Execute Strategy

01/10/2006

Speaker: Richard W. Beatty

Resonant Leadership, Creating Sustainable Leaders Through Mindfulness, Hope & Compassion

12/05/2005

Speaker: Dr. Richard Boyatzis, Case Western Reserve University

Impact of Changing Demographics On Your Organization's Ability to Succeed

05/05/2005

Speakers: Jamie Hale, Tod Lawrence of Watson Wyatt Worldwide

Why Smart Executives Fail

03/05/2005

Speaker: Professor Sydney Finkelstein, Dartmouth

HumanSigma Mgt: Involving Human Aspects of Organizational Performance

01/05/2005

Speaker: Curt Coffman, The Gallup Organization