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Upcoming events

    • May 14, 2024
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 70 South 7 (UAFS Location in FS's Bakery District)
    Register

    Financial Literacy: How Worker Knowledge Impacts the Workplace 

    Presented by Chris Thixton, QPA, QKC, of Pension Consultants, Inc. Springfield, MO

    Financial stress is wreaking havoc on workers. It affects their mental and physical health, as well as their working lives in numerous ways. In this session, gain a deeper understanding of employee financial security and how it impacts workplace productivity. Address the most effective and achievable way employers can use an existing resource and benefit to make a difference in the financial security and overall well-being of their employees.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. How does the financial stress of employees affect them and the workplace

    2. What are the greatest barriers to employee financial security

    3. How can employers help create a financially secure workforce

    A Zoom link will be provided after registration for those who wish to join us remotely.

    Free parking is available in a number of locations including the lots

    • adjacent to the National Cemetery (north edge) on Garland Avenue (FREE)
    • adjacent to the ArcBest Corporation Performing Arts Center on the east side of Wheeler (Free)
    • and for a nominal rate in metered spaces and the parking garage at 715 Rogers Avenue.

    Financial Literacy has been submitted to SHRM and HRCI. 

    • June 11, 2024
    • 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
    • 70 South 7 (UAFS Location in FS's Bakery District)
    Register

    Labor Law: Pregnant Worker Fairness Act


    Christopher Hooks, JD, with Robertson, Beasley, Shipley & Robinson, PLLC, Fort Smith, AR

    Join Christopher Hooks as he reviews the progress in America’s workplaces as we approach the one-year anniversary of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act. Mr. Hooks will discuss the key aspects of the Act, including its provisions, legal requirements, and enforcement mechanisms.

    Participants will gain the knowledge and skills needed to ensure compliance with the Act, protect the rights of pregnant workers, and create a supportive workplace environment.

    Key Benefits

    • Comprehensive understanding of PWFA’s implications for organizations and employees

    • Holistic support for pregnant workers

    • Heightened legal compliance and lower litigation risk

    • Improved employee satisfaction and retention

    • Enhanced reputation as a responsible and inclusive employer

    Topics Covered

    • Overview of the PWFA

    • Legal requirements and compliance

    • Reasonable accommodations

    • The interactive process

    • Pregnancy discrimination and retaliation

    • Enforcement mechanisms

    • Case studies and potential real-life examples

    • Best practices for supporting pregnant employees

    THIS SESSION is IN-PERSON only.  Remote attendance is not available. 

      Parking permits are not required.  Parking is available in a number of locations including the lots

      • On 6th street along the west side of the Bakery District building (across from Hanna Oil and Gas - FREE)
      • Adjacent to the National Cemetery (north edge) on Garland Avenue (FREE)
      • Adjacent to the ArcBest Corporation Performing Arts Center on the east side of Wheeler (FREE)
      • And for a nominal fee in metered spaces as well as in the parking garage at 715 Rogers Avenue.

      Labor Law Update has been submitted to SHRM and HRCI for their reviews. Approval is pending. 

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    January 09, 2024 Reinventing the Employee Handbook
    December 12, 2023 57th Annual JollyDay Party-at-Lunch!
    November 14, 2023 Hiring Foreign Nationals: Navigating OPT and H-1B to Secure Work Authorization for International Applicants
    October 24, 2023 Compassion Fatigue and Burnout: The Real Cost of Caring
    October 18, 2023 Navigate the Future: ARSHRM 2023 State Conference
    September 12, 2023 Rethinking Employee Benefits: Why Salary and Vacation Won't Cut It
    August 08, 2023 Troublesome Terminations: Top 10 Strategies for Safe Terminations
    July 11, 2023 World-Class Onboarding: A How-To Conversation
    June 13, 2023 Actional Empathy: Driving Inclusion with Empathy
    May 09, 2023 The New Census Data: Are Your New Goals Reasonable and Attainable
    April 25, 2023 OSHA's role in workplace safety
    April 11, 2023 Fairness in the Remote Workplace
    March 14, 2023 Effective Conciliation and Mediation Strategies
    February 28, 2023 USDOL Series: Prevailing Wage Rules and Best Practices: The Davis-Bacon Act and More!
    February 14, 2023 Intersectionality of Race and Gender in Hiring and Pay Equity Analyses
    January 10, 2023 Marijuana in the Workplace: Ethical and Legal Considerations for Employers in Arkansas
    December 13, 2022 56th Annual JollyDay Party-at-Lunch!
    November 08, 2022 Avoiding a Catch 22: The 2022 ELLA Update
    November 03, 2022 Transforming Managers to Leaders: What Each New Leader Should Know
    October 18, 2022 USDOL Series: Who's Who: Classification Rules for Exempt and Non-Exempt Employees
    October 11, 2022 Unconscious Bias: A Proactive Business Case (Revised 10/4/22)
    September 14, 2022 Club 22! Join now!
    September 13, 2022 Language Equity: Creating Welcoming Spaces
    August 09, 2022 10 Things I Hate About Employee Recognition–Employee Engagement Lessons from Popular Movies
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    June 15, 2022 Club 22! Join now!
    June 14, 2022 Navigating & Negotiating Personal Boundaries
    May 10, 2022 Building a People-Centric Culture on a Budget
    April 12, 2022 Tough Topics in Employee Complaints & Investigations
    March 08, 2022 HR's Role in Organizational Ethics
    February 08, 2022 Affirmative Action: What to Expect During a Compliance Review
    January 11, 2022 Keep on the Sunny Side of Life: A New Year Resolution for HR Pros
    December 14, 2021 55th Annual Business and Planning Meeting
    November 09, 2021 Recognizing and Reducing Implicit Bias in the Talent Life-Cycle
    October 12, 2021 Being an Effective HR Business Partner
    September 14, 2021 The Future of Behavioral Health in the Workplace
    August 10, 2021 Biden Time: Changes to Expect Under a Reconstituted National Labor Relations Board
    July 13, 2021 Leading with Respect - Lessons Learned by the EEOC
    June 08, 2021 LatinX: What's Next?
    May 11, 2021 6-5-7: The 6 Stages of Any Crisis, Challenge, or Change, the 5 Steps to P.I.V.O.T. for Success, and 7 Leadership Reminders To Lead Through It
    April 13, 2021 Background Screening: The Deep Dive into Criminal Records
    March 09, 2021 Partnering Against Human Trafficking: Community Stakeholders Awareness Program
    February 09, 2021 The 3Bs of Professional Networking Using Linkedin
    January 12, 2021 USDOL Wage and Hour Compliance: 2021 Edition
    December 08, 2020 Getting Employees Back to Work (Wherever That May Be!)
    November 10, 2020 Lead With Laughs: Use Humor To Put The ‘Human’ In HR
    October 13, 2020 Caring for Caregivers: A Compassionate (And Legal) Approach for Employers
    September 08, 2020 WAHRA Zoom-inar! Brown Bag and Chat
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    February 11, 2020 HR's Role in Organizational Health: Managing Worker's Compensation and OSHA Liability
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    October 08, 2019 WAHRA October 2019 Meeting
    September 10, 2019 WAHRA 38th Annual Leadership Workshop
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    June 11, 2019 WAHRA June 2019 Meeting
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    March 12, 2019 WAHRA March 2019 Meeting
    February 12, 2019 WAHRA February 2019 Meeting
    January 08, 2019 WAHRA January 2019 Meeting
    December 11, 2018 WAHRA December Meeting
    November 13, 2018 WAHRA November Meeting
    October 09, 2018 WAHRA 37th Annual Leadership Conference
    September 11, 2018 WAHRA September Meeting
    August 14, 2018 WAHRA August Meeting
    July 10, 2018 WAHRA July Meeting
    June 12, 2018 WAHRA June Meeting
    May 08, 2018 WAHRA May Meeting
    March 13, 2018 WAHRA March Meeting
    February 13, 2018 WAHRA February Meeting

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