SHRP (Society of Human Resouce Professionals)

07/15/2010 - Summer Networking Event - Boat Cruise

Thu, 15 Jul 2010

See the Chicago Skyline
aboard the Spirit of Chicago!

Join SHRP, SMA of Greater Chicago and NAAAHR
for a Networking Boat Cruise this Summer!

Get together with Chicagoland's best networked HR professionals aboard a vessel built specifically for cruising the Chicago skyline.

Thursday, July 15, 2010
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Spirit of Chicago

Boarding at Navy Pier
600 E. Grand, Chicago, IL 60611

Board Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cruise Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Includes a variety of appetizers, desserts, one drink ticket plus cash bar.

Members: $60
Non-Members: $85

Event Sponsors

Sponsorships are still available for our Annual Boat Cruise!

There are a variety of sponsorship levels for this event for all budgets and all levels of exposure. Don't miss this chance to expose the HR community to your company and its services.

Sponsorships start at just $250!

Click here for more information or call the headquarters at (312) 442-9079.

Click here for Directions, Parking, Public Transportation, and
Wheelchair Information for the day of the event.

08/11/2010 - Legal Update

Wed, 11 Aug 2010

Legal Update

Join us for our next Legal Update to discuss topic drawn from this term's Supreme Court docket.

Topics Discussed Include

Privacy in the workplace
Alternative Dispute Resolution/Arbitration
Disparate Impact Issues/Background checks
Retaliation

Price

SHRP Members $60 Non Members $80

Time

7:30 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.: Registration, Continental Breakfast & Networking
8:15 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.: SHRP Announcements
8:30 a.m.– 12:00 p.m. Program

THIS LEGAL UPDATE QUALIFIES FOR 3.5 CERTIFICATION CREDITS

08/19/2010 - New and Prospective Member Orientation

Thu, 19 Aug 2010

New and Prospective Member Orientation

You are cordially invited to meet with us to learn about the wide variety of benefits SHRP has to offer and to meet some of the members of the Board of Directors. We're also interested in getting your input about why you joined and your expectations from SHRP. Coffee and pastries will be served.

Time:
8:00 a.m. - 8:45 Orientation
8:45 - 9:00 a.m. NetworkingLocation:
Neal Gerber & Eisenberg LLP, 2 North LaSalle Street, 17th Floor, Chicago

08/19/2010 - FREE Educational Session and Afterhours Mixer

Thu, 19 Aug 2010

Healthcare at the Crossroads

Our sponsor and speaker, Dr. Richard Perryman of LifeStrive, will:

Teach participants the contributing factors behind cost trends in health benefits.
Help participants identify initiatives that will deliver return on investment and measurable results.
Outline incentives and plan design elements that will drive meaningful participation.

You will learn

How to discern between early-detection/disease management and prevention/health promotion programs.
How to measure outcome of wellness initiatives.
Plan design ideas that drive 95+% participation.

LifeStrive is the industry leader in Risk Factor Monitoring, Personal Health Trend Tracking and online Health Coaching. Through this program, they’ve made it possible for our organization to become less dependent on the medical care system by equipping us as individuals to find out our health risks, track our health trend over time AND improve on it by improving our diet and lifestyle. This is accomplished by providing a Critical Illness Policy for all employees and incentivizing their simple assignment of the wellness benefit within it. This gives each employee access to a $700+ Personal Health Package that includes their exclusive Personal Health Trend Tracking program. The Comprehensive Wellness Profile lab test component is the first step and is often the most thorough blood work people have ever had, and it comes complete with a personal report explaining the findings. Results are confidential and only reported to individual employees, and we will receive aggregate reports. This is a vital first step in and individual knowing their health trends and us understanding our population trends. In addition to helping reduce our health costs by understanding and improving trend, this program helps protect our employees from unforeseen health care expenses, which are now the cause of 62% of all bankruptcies in America, by providing a cash benefit to employees if they are diagnosed with a critical illness. In the mean time, the LifeStrive program will help us ensure this happens less and less in our population.

Dr. Richard Perryman

Dr. Richard Perryman co-author of Discover Wellness at Work has been passionately pursuing authentic health care solutions for over 17 years now. Prior to co-founding LifeStrive in 2003 and Direct Access Lab in 2007, he was the founder of Health Coach(TM) Corporate Wellness Centers in Phoenix, Arizona in 1996 where he developed corporate wellness programs that are still in existence for corporations such as Qwest, Maricopa County, City of Phoenix, Discover Card, American Express, Microsoft and AT&T.

Afterhours Business Mixer

The educational session will be followed by a cocktail hour. SHRP Business Mixers are the perfect opportunity to experience The Power of SHRP's Network. Build It. Use it. Share It. We’ll provide the appetizers and cocktails, all you need to do is show up, be ready to meet new people and bring plenty of business cards!

Our Sponsors

This is a sponsored program intended to educate attendees a topic critical to the field of HR.

Allstate Workplace Division provides at the workplace the right voluntary supplemental insurance products - health, life, disability and dental - that can be customized through various levels of coverage. Everyone should be able to access at work quality insurance from a company they trust. That’s our stand.

LifeStrive and Direct Access Lab have partnered with Allstate Workplace Division to deliver a unique combination of Voluntary and Group-Voluntary Benefits and Wellness/ Health Promotion programs designed to fill many of the gaps created in the emerging consumer-centric health care model while fostering a culture of “Health-Responsibility”.

Masuda, Funai, Eifert & Mitchell

Time:
3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Reigtration
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Presentation
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Networking Business Mixer

08/24/2010 Social Media Bootcamp Full Day

Tue, 24 Aug 2010

Social Media Bootcamp

Part I

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Attend either or both sessions!

Social Media is how the world is doing business.

Are you still trying to figure out what the hype is all about and what it could mean for your organizations? Join us for the answers and how to use it to your advantage.
To help you get a better understanding of social media and prepare for the inevitable changes it will bring about, SHRP has joined forces with the Social Media in Organizations (SMinOrgs) Community to offer a half-day workshop. Hosted by Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg (NGE), this workshop will be a bootcamp of sorts, providing attendees the opportunity to learn by doing – bring your laptop and experiment with different ideas as you hear about them!

When you leave bootcamp, you will:

Better understand social media, including the different social networking platforms and their professional applications
Recognize the importance of incorporating social media in your career development efforts
Know how to expand, enhance and manage your digital presence
Learn how to continue climbing the social media learning curve efficiently and effectively
Understand the legal and policy issues associated with the effective management of social media

Already attended Part I? Join us for Part II in the afternoon!

Part II

1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Attend either or both sessions!

You started using Social Media, now go to the next level

Part I is not required in order to attend Part II but will provide the foundation needed to take your Social Media abilities to the next level

When you leave you will

Understand how to leverage available technology to tackle time and information management challenges
Better recognize your professional responsibilities (and opportunities) with respect to the organizational implications of social media
Have insights into the leadership and organizational challenges that need to be addressed to enhance the effectiveness of social media initiatives
Comprehend the importance of taking a strategic, holistic approach to social media
Recognize how to better leverage specific tools to pursue social media initiatives in areas such as marketing and sales, recruiting, project management, internal communication, knowledge management, and human resources
Understand the human capital challenges that should be addressed to facilitate social media success

Our “drill sergeant, ”Courtney Hunt is principal at Renaissance Strategic Solutions and founder of the SMinOrgs Community.

Courtney Hunt is the founder and principal of Renaissance Strategic Solutions (RSS), a consultancy that helps organizations increase their effectiveness through the design and implementation of innovative and leading-edge human capital and communication strategies and programs. RSS works with organizations of all sizes in both the for-profit and not-for-profit sectors, in a wide range of industries. Renaissance Strategic Solutions is the founder and sponsor of the Social Media in Organizations (SMinOrgs) Community. Developing this community and meeting the needs of practitioners with respect to the intra-organizational implications of social media is currently RSS's primary focus. In addition to providing training on what social media is and how to use it, Courtney offers her expertise to clients interested in developing social media strategies and creating and implementing new programs and plans that leverage social media. She also helps organizations create and implement social media policies and provide the necessary training to ensure both managers and employees understand their rights and responsibilities. For more details on RSS and the SMinOrgs Community, go to http://renaissance-solutions.com.

Certification

Part I

3.5 hours

Part II

3.5 hours

Full Day

7 hours

Price

Part I

SHRP Member $95.00
Nonmembers $125.00
Group Rate $75.00/per person
- Three or more individuals from the same company.
Student $75.00
Transition $75.00

Part II

SHRP Member $95.00
Nonmembers $125.00
Group $75.00/per person
- Three or more individuals from the same company.
Student $75.00
Transition $75.00

Parts I & II

Full Paying Attendees - Attend both sessions and save!

SHRP Member $170.00
Nonmembers $215.00
Group $150.00/per person
- Three or more individuals from the same company.
Student $150.00
Transition $150.00

08/24/2010 Social Media Bootcamp Part I

Tue, 24 Aug 2010

Social Media Bootcamp

Part I

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Attend either or both sessions!

Social Media is how the world is doing business.

Better understand social media, including the different social networking platforms and their professional applications
Recognize the importance of incorporating social media in your career development efforts
Know how to expand, enhance and manage your digital presence
Learn how to continue climbing the social media learning curve efficiently and effectively
Understand the legal and policy issues associated with the effective management of social media

Interested in learning more? Stay for the whole day! Already attended Part I? Join us for Part II in the afternoon!

Part II

1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Attend either or both sessions!

You started using Social Media, now go to the next level

Part I is not required in order to attend Part II but will provide the foundation needed to take your Social Media abilities to the next level

When you leave you will

Understand how to leverage available technology to tackle time and information management challenges
Better recognize your professional responsibilities (and opportunities) with respect to the organizational implications of social media
Have insights into the leadership and organizational challenges that need to be addressed to enhance the effectiveness of social media initiatives
Comprehend the importance of taking a strategic, holistic approach to social media
Recognize how to better leverage specific tools to pursue social media initiatives in areas such as marketing and sales, recruiting, project management, internal communication, knowledge management, and human resources
Understand the human capital challenges that should be addressed to facilitate social media success

Our “drill sergeant, ”Courtney Hunt is principal at Renaissance Strategic Solutions and founder of the SMinOrgs Community.

Certification

Part I

3.5 hours

Part II

3.5 hours

Full Day

7 hours

Price

Part I

Price

Part I

SHRP Member $95.00
Nonmembers $125.00
Group Rate $75.00/per person
- Three or more individuals from the same company.
Student $75.00
Transition $75.00

Part II

SHRP Member $95.00
Nonmembers $125.00
Group $75.00/per person
- Three or more individuals from the same company.
Student $75.00
Transition $75.00

Parts I & II

Full Paying Attendees - Attend both sessions and save!

SHRP Member $170.00
Nonmembers $215.00
Group $150.00/per person
- Three or more individuals from the same company.
Student $150.00
Transition $150.00

08/24/2010 Social Media Bootcamp Part II

Tue, 24 Aug 2010

Social Media Bootcamp

Part II

1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Attend either or both sessions!

You started using Social Media, now go to the next level

Part I is not required in order to attend Part II but will provide the foundation needed to take your Social Media abilities to the next level

When you leave you will

Understand how to leverage available technology to tackle time and information management challenges
Better recognize your professional responsibilities (and opportunities) with respect to the organizational implications of social media
Have insights into the leadership and organizational challenges that need to be addressed to enhance the effectiveness of social media initiatives
Comprehend the importance of taking a strategic, holistic approach to social media
Recognize how to better leverage specific tools to pursue social media initiatives in areas such as marketing and sales, recruiting, project management, internal communication, knowledge management, and human resources
Understand the human capital challenges that should be addressed to facilitate social media success

Our “drill sergeant, ”Courtney Hunt is principal at Renaissance Strategic Solutions and founder of the SMinOrgs Community.

You can also attend Part I

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Attend either or both sessions!

Social Media is how the world is doing business.

Better understand social media, including the different social networking platforms and their professional applications
Recognize the importance of incorporating social media in your career development efforts
Know how to expand, enhance and manage your digital presence
Learn how to continue climbing the social media learning curve efficiently and effectively
Understand the legal and policy issues associated with the effective management of social media

Certification

Part I

3.5 hours

Part II

3.5 hours

Full Day

7 hours

Price

Part I

Price

Part I

SHRP Member $95.00
Nonmembers $125.00
Group Rate $75.00/per person
- Three or more individuals from the same company.
Student $75.00
Transition $75.00

Part II

SHRP Member $95.00
Nonmembers $125.00
Group Rate $75.00/per person
- Three or more individuals from the same company.
Student $75.00
Transition $75.00

Parts I & II

Full Paying Attendees - Attend both sessions and save!

SHRP Member $170.00
Nonmembers $215.00
Group $150.00/per person
- Three or more individuals from the same company.
Student $150.00
Transition $150.00

Virtual Networking Career Fair

Tue, 14 Sep 2010

SHRP & ChicagoJobs

In an effort to bring together top local talent and leading area employers, SHRP has partnered with ChicagoJobs.com on their upcoming virtual networking career fair, ChicagoJobs.com LIVE!

ChicagoJobs.com LIVE! is a one-day event where local job seekers and employers can interact with each other in a realistic 3-D environment — in real time.

You'll be able to chat with potential candidates at your virtual booth, collect resumes, receive detailed post-event reporting and much more! Because the event takes place online, there are no fees associated with travel, making this event convenient and affordable for everyone.

Don't wait any longer — sign up today — and we'll promote your booth in our pre-event marketing so you can gain additional exposure to hundreds of thousands of local job seekers!

Ask yourself: What are you looking for?

If interested in learning more about booth pricing and sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

Laura Bellis • email: lbellis@nd.edu • ph: 574-631-4564
Megan Doyle • email: shrp@gss.net • ph: 312-368-0188

9/16/2010 - SHRP Connections & Cocktails

Thu, 16 Sep 2010

Date

September 16, 2010

Time

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Location

Art Institute in the Historic Chicago Stock Exchange Trader's Room

Cost

SHRP Members: $50
Non Members:$75
Non Member: $60 (Attending with a SHRP Member)
Non Member including One year SHRP Membership: $125
SHRP Student Member: $30

Click here to view sponsorship opportunities for this event!

09/29/10 FREE Webinar: Identifying, Managing & Preventing FMLA Abuse

Wed, 29 Sep 2010

Identifying, Managing & Preventing FMLA Abuse

Given the complexities of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), employers often fall prey to dishonest employees who take advantage of their FMLA rights by seeking intermittent leave to avoid discipline for poor attendance or by requesting leave for reasons not covered by the FMLA.

Join SHRP member Jeff Nowak an attorney with Franczek Radelet for a live webinar that will help you identify FMLA abuse and implement practical measures to protect your organization and properly manage FMLA leave. The webinar will also include a question and answer session.

Learning Objectives Include

Identifying and understanding the most common forms of FMLA abuse
Utilizing the changes in the FMLA regulations to help fight FMLA abuse
Documenting FMLA effectively to curb FMLA abuse
Handling intermittent FMLA leave—a main culprit of FMLA abuse
Managing FMLA abuse situations and conducting appropriate investigations into potential abuse
Implementing must-have personnel policies to prevent FMLA abuse

SHRP (Society of Human Resouce Professionals)

07/15/2010 - Summer Networking Event - Boat Cruise

See the Chicago Skyline aboard the Spirit of Chicago!

Join SHRP, SMA of Greater Chicago and NAAAHR for a Networking Boat Cruise this Summer!

Get together with Chicagoland's best networked HR professionals aboard a vessel built specifically for cruising the Chicago skyline.

Thursday, July 15, 2010 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Spirit of Chicago

Boarding at Navy Pier 600 E. Grand, Chicago, IL 60611

Board Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Cruise Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Includes a variety of appetizers, desserts, one drink ticket plus cash bar.

Members: $60 Non-Members: $85

Event Sponsors

Sponsorships are still available for our Annual Boat Cruise!

08/11/2010 - Legal Update

Legal Update

Join us for our next Legal Update to discuss topic drawn from this term's Supreme Court docket.

Price

Time

THIS LEGAL UPDATE QUALIFIES FOR 3.5 CERTIFICATION CREDITS

08/19/2010 - New and Prospective Member Orientation

New and Prospective Member Orientation

08/19/2010 - FREE Educational Session and Afterhours Mixer

Healthcare at the Crossroads

Dr. Richard Perryman

Afterhours Business Mixer

Our Sponsors

08/24/2010 Social Media Bootcamp Full Day

Social Media Bootcamp

Part I

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Attend either or both sessions!

Social Media is how the world is doing business.

Already attended Part I? Join us for Part II in the afternoon!

Part II

1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Attend either or both sessions!

You started using Social Media, now go to the next level

Part I is not required in order to attend Part II but will provide the foundation needed to take your Social Media abilities to the next level

Our “drill sergeant, ”Courtney Hunt is principal at Renaissance Strategic Solutions and founder of the SMinOrgs Community.

Certification

Part I

Part II

Full Day

Price

Part I

Part II

Parts I & II

Full Paying Attendees - Attend both sessions and save!

08/24/2010 Social Media Bootcamp Part I

Social Media Bootcamp

Part I

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Attend either or both sessions!

Social Media is how the world is doing business.

Interested in learning more? Stay for the whole day! Already attended Part I? Join us for Part II in the afternoon!

Part II

1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Attend either or both sessions!

You started using Social Media, now go to the next level

Part I is not required in order to attend Part II but will provide the foundation needed to take your Social Media abilities to the next level

Our “drill sergeant, ”Courtney Hunt is principal at Renaissance Strategic Solutions and founder of the SMinOrgs Community.

Certification

Part I

Part II

Full Day

Price

Part I

Price

Part I

Part II

Parts I & II

Full Paying Attendees - Attend both sessions and save!

08/24/2010 Social Media Bootcamp Part II

Social Media Bootcamp

Part II

1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Attend either or both sessions!

You started using Social Media, now go to the next level

Part I is not required in order to attend Part II but will provide the foundation needed to take your Social Media abilities to the next level

Our “drill sergeant, ”Courtney Hunt is principal at Renaissance Strategic Solutions and founder of the SMinOrgs Community.

You can also attend Part I

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Attend either or both sessions!

Social Media is how the world is doing business.

Certification

Part I

See the Chicago Skyline
aboard the Spirit of Chicago!

Join SHRP, SMA of Greater Chicago and NAAAHR
for a Networking Boat Cruise this Summer!

Thursday, July 15, 2010
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Boarding at Navy Pier
600 E. Grand, Chicago, IL 60611

Board Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Cruise Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Members: $60
Non-Members: $85