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    Breaking Barriers: Annual Baldwin County SHRM Conference

    Date: August 18, 2023
    Organizer:
    Baldwin County SHRM
    Location:
    Foley Civic Center 9:00am - 4:00pm
    407 E Laurel Ave,
    Foley, AL. 36535
    Price:
    BCSHRM Members $99; Guests $119
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    Baldwin County SHRM proudly presents our 2023 Annual Conference: Breaking Barriers!

    Join us Friday, August 18th from 9 am until 4 pm for BCSHRM's annual conference "Breaking Barriers"! Check-in is from 8:00 am - 8:45 am.

    Receive up to 4.5 general credit hours for your HRCI and/or SHRM certifications!

    Confirm your spot today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/annual-baldwin-county-shrm-conference-tickets-666939312437?aff=oddtdtcreator

    Agenda:

    9:00 am - 10:00 am – Opening Session & Keynote Speaker: Julie Couret, Executive Coach "Breaking Barriers to Personal Achievement: Better Decisions for Better Results" is designed to empower Human Resources professionals by providing insights and strategies to overcome obstacles and achieve personal and organizational goals. Discover the practical tools and techniques for making better decisions, overcoming obstacles, and achieving your personal and professional goals, as well as actionable strategies for fostering a culture of growth and development within your organizations.

    10:15 am – 11:15 am – Learning Session: Michael Cowart, Jr., Managing Partner
    "Maxed Out not Taxed Out" How to recruit, reward and retain top executives keeps many a CEO (no matter the company size) up at night. We will provide tailored financial solutions to businesses that will address the restrictions that are a part of qualified retirement plans for corporations; the advantages of non-qualified plans, and how to most efficiently fund them at a neutral cost item to the corporation; and the different types of non-qualified plans and how to set them up.

    11:15 am – 12:30 pm – Vendor Expo & Lunch

    12:30 pm – 2:00 pm – Learning Session: Hal D. Unger, Attorney "Let's Get Real" will address Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace. We will discuss the origins of AI technology, key terms, and the ways in which AI is impacting modern businesses and employers. The seminar will also include a demonstration of modern AI technology.

    **Original Learning Session with Tae was cancelled due to a conflict**

    2:00 pm - 2:15 pm: Afternoon Break sponsored by Jessica Shelton, Agency Development Manager with Colonial Life

    2:15 pm – 3:15 pm – Closing Session: Cierra Belser, Director of National Partnerships
    "Breaking Barriers: Inclusive Hiring Practices for Employers" In today's society, diversity and inclusivity are crucial aspects of creating a successful and thriving workplace. As an employer, it is your responsibility to ensure that you are providing equal opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their background or identity. In this hour-long presentation, we will discuss the importance of inclusive hiring practices and how they can benefit your company. We will explore different techniques for attracting a diverse pool of candidates, such as using inclusive language in job postings. Additionally, we will dive into ways to eliminate unconscious bias during the hiring process, including blind resume review and structured interviews. By the end of this presentation, you will have a better understanding of how to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes success.

    3:15 pm – 4:00 pm (as needed) – Vendor door prizes, auction winners announced, awards, etc

    We will have many items available for our Silent Auction - must be present to win!

    **Must purchase tickets in advance - pay at door is not available**

    A big THANK YOU to our Conference Sponsors: