Join a talented team of presenters for an afternoon of legal updates, fun and collaboration.  Learn how you can be ahead and solve some of the toughest organizational  issues of the business that affect employee productivity, morale, the company bottom line and the ever-changing employment laws especially during this election year.  During the day,  together we will, network, laugh a little and strategize— You will be energized.

This is a great workshop for HR Professionals, Supervisors, CEO’s, COO’s and Operations Management staff.

Don’t miss Georgia State Representative James Beverly or Dr.Choice!

12:30     Welcome

Local, State and Federal Legislative Update provided by State Representative James Beverly.  Dr. Beverly is an Integral part of the Middle Georgia community.  His civic involvement is  a reflection of his overall concern for all facets of the community in Middle Georgia. Dr. Beverly offers Free Eye Screenings to students the Bibb County Headstart Program. James also provided eye care to indigent populations in Northern and Eastern Africa and the Caribbean during multiple independent Mission Trips. He has also coordinated with the office of Workforce Development to provide employment for the youth of Middle Georgia. James Beverly also co-founded the Mosaic Development Group to build affordable housing in East Macon.

Dana Thrasher, Constangy, Brooks & Smith, Partner and ERISA Attorney will be Covering the Bases: This session will describe the new ACA reporting requirements that need attention this year.  This session will   answer your pressing benefits questions concerning the latest requirements. If you find the ACA confusing, come let Dana help clear it up! Also, Dana will leave time for an open forum for questions.

Dr. Choice RX the for the HR & Business Leader

Ellen Hester, Motivational Speaker is one of the funniest speakers that you will hear. Dr. Choice, Optionist.  The Doctor is about making the “better choice,” at home and in the workplace ..... get real and get moving. We’re all in for entertainment and rejuvenation, and revelations to energize and promote wellness for the Organizational Leaders
 Election Year Legal Update with Jeff Thompson, Attorney and Partner with Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP.  In this seesion, Jeff will review the labor and employment landscape for human resource professionals that has changed  significantly just in the last 12 months.  Jeff  will discuss some of these changes such as: The EEOC’s initiatives for 2016 including narrowing the pay gap, transgender protection, criminal background checks (including discussion on Ban the Box) and updates concerning FMLA and ADA abuse.

Ask an Attorney: You have your very own Attorney on staff…...... This session will answer your questions regarding labor and employment matters such as ADA and FMLA abuse and how to minimize it or have the Company handbooks changed? Attendees should submit their questions in advance to [email protected].

For Registration information, email [email protected]

Date: Tuesday, April 26, 2016

Location: Idle Hour Country Club

Registration: 12:00 P.M.

Seminar: 12:30 P.M.

Social: 5:30 P.M.
Heavy hors d’oeuvres Will Be Served

Chapter Social Meeting