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Rudman Winchell's 2023 Employment Conference

In today's ever-evolving business landscape, compliance with employment laws and regulations isn't just necessary; it's a smart business choice. For business owners and HR managers, understanding and keeping up with theses changing laws can be overwhelming, with potentially costly consequences.


Join us at the 2023 Employment Conference, where we'll help you navigate these compliance challenges effectively. Enhance your team's culture, protect your business, and refine your workplace strategies. Register now to be part of this informative journey.

Morgan Hill Event Center
82 Morgan Hill Ln, Hermon, ME 04401
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Oct 26, 2023 08:30am ET - Oct 26, 2023 04:30pm ET

Your investment for the day-long conference is $25 and includes a continental breakfast and buffet lunch.

In-House Speakers

Anne-Marie L. Storey

Attorney at Law | Partner

Anne-Marie, a distinguished attorney in employment law, will headline this year's Employment Conference. As the Head of our Employment Practice Group, Anne-Marie brings unmatched expertise to the event. Recognized by Best Lawyers in Employment and Workers' Compensation, she is a sought-after speaker for HR professionals.


Her legal acumen is complemented by her community leadership, serving as President of the Maine Discovery Museum's Board and contributing to several boards, including the Bangor YMCA and The Grand Theatre.


Join us at the conference to benefit from Anne-Marie's extensive knowledge in employment law.

John K. Hamer

Attorney at Law | Partner

With a focus on municipal and administrative law, labor and employment law, John is well-versed in advising public sector clients and citizens, covering diverse topics like discrimination, labor relations, and administrative proceedings. John's extensive experience includes appearances before various agencies, such as the Maine Supreme Judicial Court and the Maine Labor Relations Board.


In addition to his legal career, John is dedicated to community service, having served on multiple boards, including the Bangor Area Homeless Shelter. He's a regular presenter at Rudman Winchell's Annual Employment Seminar and holds a Distinguished High Ethical Standing rating from Martindale Hubble.

Brent A. Singer

Attorney at Law | Senior Counsel

A seasoned attorney with Rudman Winchell since 1993, Brent brings a wealth of expertise to our conference. His legal practice spans transactional and corporate matters, including nonprofit organizations, employment law, and litigation. Brent's impressive track record includes handling over a hundred cases, predominantly for employers, in state and federal courts and before the Maine Human Rights Commission.


Additionally, Brent specializes in nonprofit organizations, aiding in formation, governance, compliance with employee benefits laws, and tax-related matters. Join us to tap into Brent's extensive knowledge in employment law, corporate matters, and nonprofit organizations.


Guest Speakers

Danielle Abbott

Leadership & Empowerment Coach

Danielle Abbott, a dynamic leadership coach, will be a featured guest speaker at this year's conference. With a passion for nurturing confident leaders, Danielle specializes in equipping individuals to engage, communicate, and lead teams to success.


Danielle's mission is to empower companies to promote top talent to leadership positions while she provides essential training and support to help emerging leaders achieve success.


Join us at the conference to benefit from Danielle's wealth of knowledge and experience in leadership development and creating thriving workplace environments.

Terri Swanson

Principal Consultant

Terri Swanson, a distinguished Human Resources Consultant, joins our conference as a guest speaker with a powerful mission: 'To grow and develop people to become the best of themselves.'


Terri's expertise spans various crucial aspects of HR, including assessing employee engagement levels, cultivating healthy workplace cultures, and navigating challenging employee situations.


Join us at the conference to tap into Terri's invaluable insights and experience in elevating both individuals and organizations to their fullest potential.


Your investment for the day-long conference is $25 and includes a continental breakfast and buffet lunch.

The Conference Agenda

Please note that the agenda is subject to change based on speaker preferences and other circumstances.

Time

Event

Speaker

8:15am

ARRIVAL & NETWORKING

n/a

8:30am

REGISTRATION & BREAKFAST

n/a

9:00am

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION

Anne-Marie L. Storey

9:05am

Legislative Updates

Anne-Marie L. Storey, John K. Hamer,

Brent A. Singer

10:00am

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Workplace

Terri Swanson

10:30am

BREAK

n/a

10:45am

NLRB Updates / Handbook Changes

John K. Hamer, Anne-Marie L. Storey

11:45am

LUNCH & NETWORKING

n/a

12:45pm

Leave Issues: ADA, new Maine FMLA

Anne-Marie L. Storey

1:45pm

Avoiding Burnout

Danielle Abbott

2:15pm

Accommodation Issues: Religion, Pregnancy, etc.

Brent A. Singer, Anne-Marie L. Storey

3:15pm

BREAK

n/a

3:30pm

Hypothetical Scenario

Anne-Marie L. Storey, John K. Hamer,

Brent A. Singer

4:30pm

WRAP-UP & CONCLUDE

Anne-Marie L. Storey

Event Details

Morgan Hill Event Center
82 Morgan Hill Ln, Hermon, ME 04401
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Oct 26, 2023 08:30am ET - Oct 26, 2023 04:30pm ET

Your investment for the day-long conference is $25 and includes a continental breakfast and buffet lunch.