Meeting

In today's rapidly evolving workplace, HR professionals play a critical role in shaping the strategic direction of their organizations.  This session will explore how HR leaders can move. beyond the status quo and stay up to date with key strategies on how HR can lead the business forward in the future of work.  Heather will share practical insights on aligning HR strategy with organizational objectives and anticipating future workforce needs; attendees will walk away with a clearer vision of how to position HR as a strategic partner within their organization.

Here’s your chance to join an interactive panel discussion with SHRM's registered lobbyist, Julie Johnson, M.A., J.D. 

It's your chance receive updates regarding bills and issues that affect your organization. Julie resides in Aberdeen and is the longest-standing woman lawyer lobbyist in the legislative hallways and has a wealth of experience in labor law.  

Cost:  Free to Membership Plus Members, $10 for Basic Members, $20 for non members.

Join us for an engaging session with Chris Hoyme from Jackson Lewis reviewing the latest development in business law, labor relations and business ethics.

Price:  Free to NESD SHRM Plus members, $10 for NESD SHRM Members, and $20 for non members.

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Join us for networking, taps, apps, and a panel discussion about Human Resource Management and how to handle some of the strangest employment issues.

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Have you ever wondered how other HR's handle some of the biggest challenges we face in Human Resources?  Well, here's your opportunity to share best practices, ask questions, and network with other Human Resource professionals in our chapter!

Join us to discuss the following and more!

-Recruitment and Retention Strategies

-Leadership Development techniques

-Employee Appreciation ideas

-Bring your questions!

Do you have an employee handbook or maybe you haven't had it updated in a while? Do you need to review it to make sure it is accurate?  These are some of the questions that employers regularly face.

Julie Plunkett, who has over 20 years of experience as a Human Resources proffessional, will be discussing the benefits of having an employee handbook and answering any questions you may have concerning what all should be included or excluded in an employee handbook.

Back by popular demand! Here’s your chance to join an interactive panel discussion with our local State legislators Hugh Bartels, Lee Schoenbeck, and Byron Callis. Having just finished the 2023 S.D. Legislative session, hear their updates on the following issues:

Maintaining a drug-free workplace is critical for preventing accidents, reducing turnover, and protecting the safety of your employees.  Did you know that employees who struggle with substance abuse are 3.6 times more likely  to have an on-the-job accident? HR’s and Supervisors should attend this insightful program featuring strategies to detect and address reasonable suspicion in the workplace!

How do you create a learning culture that appeals to today's workforce, including creating an internal Leadership Academy that will provide what employees are looking for the most? Personal Growth is the priority of 68% of employees today, and being proactive to increase your bench strength and improve retention is easier than you think! Hear why this is so important, and how it is a large piece of succession planning and more!