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• Revolutionizing Pay: Adapting Compensation to Modern Work Realities | Presented by Megan Nail | Sponsored by Paylocity

  • When
    01/16/2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Bethlehem Lutheran Church 4310 Co Rd 137, St. Cloud, MN 56301

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  Dramatic changes in the labor market and the competitive landscape for talent are causing an upheaval in compensation expectations for employees and organizations of all types. Have you adapted your compensation strategies to keep pace with these transformative shifts?

  Explore the evolving landscape of compensation in this dynamic session, where we delve into critical topics reshaping the world of pay. With a focus on pay transparency, pay compression, pay equity, the effects of inflation, and the real wage gap, we will navigate the nuanced challenges of staying competitive in today's external market for pay. As organizations strive to adapt to the evolving dynamics of the workforce, this session offers practical insights and strategies to ensure your compensation approach aligns with the demands of the contemporary employment landscape.

  Key Learning Objectives:
  

  • Understand the current compensation market, challenges and opportunities.
  • Develop strategies for compensation and pay challenges such as pay transparency, pay compression, pay equity, and the effects of inflation.
  • Create a compensation program and philosophy to support your organization's success now and in the future

  

  Presented by Megan Nail, CCP, SHRM-SCP, CEBS. As Vice President, Total Rewards Practice at NFP, Megan provides expert guidance to clients, helping them to align their organization's goals with effective total rewards and compensation strategies. She specializes in designing market competitive compensation frameworks that support the organization's specific needs and philosophy, ensuring they are practical to implement and use. With nearly 20 years’ experience as a volunteer leader at the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), including serving at the highest level of national SHRM volunteer leadership, Megan has invested in building and strengthening the HR community. Megan has her Master of Science in Organizational Communication from Purdue University and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Dayton. She also possesses professional certifications including Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) and SHRM-SCP.

  This meeting is sponsored by Paylocity.

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  Cost

  $20 - members

  $40 - non-members
  
  

  Event Schedule

  Lunch/Networking 11:30am-12:00pm

  Presentation - 1200pm-1:00pm
  
  

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• Conducting Internal Investigations | Presented by Justin Terch

  • When
    02/20/2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Bethlehem Lutheran Church 4310 Co Rd 137, St. Cloud, MN 56301

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  This presentation is designed to teach HR professionals how to conduct thorough, professional investigations of internal matters that meet legal and ethical requirements. Attendees will learn how to select an investigator, tips on managing interviews, assessing credibility, and making final adjudication decisions. Report writing and handling common legal and ethical concerns will also be addressed.

  

  
  

  Justin L. Terch MA, MBA, SPHR is the Managing Partner of Terch & Associates Consulting LLC, a leading provider of workplace solutions in Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin. His practice includes internal investigations, executive search, and employment law compliance. He is currently the State Director-Elect of the Minnesota State Council of SHRM.

  Justin led HR for numerous organizations in industrial construction, healthcare, and public education. For ten years Justin served as Senior Lecturer in the Legal Studies and Business Departments at UW-Superior and is a regular speaker at professional conferences.

  Justin is licensed as a professional investigator by the Minnesota Board of Private Detectives and Protective Agents and the Wisconsin Department of Safety & Professional Services.

  

  Cost

  $20 - members

  $40 - non-members
  
  

  Event Schedule

  Lunch/Networking 11:30am-12:00pm

  Presentation - 1200pm-1:00pm
  
  

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  Central Minnesota SHRM (CMSHRM) reserves the right to use any photograph or video taken at any event sponsored by CMSHRM, without the expressed written permission of those in the photograph or video.

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• What AI can (and can't) do for HR | Presented by Ibanga Umanah

  • When
    03/20/2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Bethlehem Lutheran Church 4310 Co Rd 137, St. Cloud, MN 56301

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  Ibanga Umanah is the CEO and Head of Strategy of Brave, an innovation and strategy lab, partnering with leading companies to help talent and technology work better together. He’s an organizational psychologist, product designer, and innovation strategist who has created over 20 new ventures for Fortune 500 corporations including GE, FedEx, Samsung, Lowe’s, and Aetna. He also helped build an executive training school for a large BPO in India and helped write the school’s foundational book, Leadership without Borders. He has a MSc in Organisational and Social Psychology from the LSE and a BSc in Management from the UofM.

  Between remote work, new forms of AI, and global freelancing, the workplace is increasingly dynamic, diverse, and disruptive. Drawing from 15 years of building new ventures for corporates and startups as well as 7 years of working specifically on learning and hiring, Ibanga has built up a point of view on how to make the future of work happier, more innovative, and more valuable. As it turns out, the techniques that help us build new ventures, faster,  are really about understanding people and helping them grow.

  

  Cost

  $20 - members

  $40 - non-members
  
  

  Event Schedule

  Lunch/Networking 11:30am-12:00pm

  Presentation - 1200pm-1:00pm
  
  

  Photography/Video Policy

  Central Minnesota SHRM (CMSHRM) reserves the right to use any photograph or video taken at any event sponsored by CMSHRM, without the expressed written permission of those in the photograph or video.

  
  

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• Conflict De-Escalation | Presented by Sergeant Tad Hoeschen

  • When
    04/17/2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Bethlehem Lutheran Church 4310 Co Rd 137, St. Cloud, MN 56301

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  This 60-minute verbal de-escalation course is designed to provide a unique insight into how to work with a wide variety of personalities and individuals who may be elevated, angry, or experiencing a mental health crisis. We will explore various types of interpersonal interactions and the myriad of distractions and communication barriers that can occur. Additionally, there will be a deep dive into non-verbal communication and cues that an individual may inadvertently produce that can provide insight into their intent and give significant indications of how to act and communicate as to not elevate a person’s mood.

  This course will provide participants with a greater understanding of human interactions, stress indicators, and individual perspectives. A significant focus of this presentation will be to look at psychologically and physiologically, what happens to us when we are stressed, upset, or scared, and how can we overcome those natural human reactions to better communicate and observe potentially threatening behaviors.

  Sgt Tad Hoeschen has 26 years of law enforcement experience in Kansas and Minnesota and has been employed since 2000 with the St Cloud Police Department. Sgt Hoeschen has been a patrol officer, field training officer, school resource officer, investigator, member of the St Cloud SWAT Team, served on the Community Crime Impact Team, has been an instructor in forearms, defensive tactics, active threat response, and mobile field force. Sgt Hoeschen currently supervises the Community Crisis Intervention Team which is made up of crime prevention, Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Threat Liaison Unit, and the Mental Health Response Unit.

  Sgt Hoeschen holds a BA in Communication Studies from South Dakota State University and MA from Concordia University, St Paul in Criminal Justice Leadership.

  

  Cost

  $20 - members

  $40 - non-members
  
  

  Event Schedule

  Lunch/Networking 11:30am-12:00pm

  Presentation - 1200pm-1:00pm
  
  

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  Central Minnesota SHRM (CMSHRM) reserves the right to use any photograph or video taken at any event sponsored by CMSHRM, without the expressed written permission of those in the photograph or video.

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• Future of Employee Benefits | Presented by Michael Roane

  • When
    06/19/2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Bethlehem Lutheran Church 4310 Co Rd 137, St. Cloud, MN 56301

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  Join us as we delve into the evolving landscape of employee benefits and the workplace, exploring emerging opportunities and risks, mental wellbeing, and technology integration.

  During this seminar, we’ll feature interactive expert discussions and showcase relevant case studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of the interconnected realms of employee wellbeing, engagement, and technology advancements. We’ll also focus on the pharmacy landscape and high-cost claimants, highlighting the profound impact they are having on benefits programs.

  Participants will gain valuable insights on establishing a future-ready work environment and actionable strategies, tools, and a forward-thinking mindset to navigate the complexities of the modern workplace and evolving benefits landscape.

  

  Cost

  $20 - members

  $40 - non-members
  
  

  Event Schedule

  Lunch/Networking 11:30am-12:00pm

  Presentation - 1200pm-1:00pm
  
  

  Photography/Video Policy

  Central Minnesota SHRM (CMSHRM) reserves the right to use any photograph or video taken at any event sponsored by CMSHRM, without the expressed written permission of those in the photograph or video.

  
  

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• Networking Lunch Event

  • When
    07/17/2025
  •  
    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Bethlehem Lutheran Church 4310 Co Rd 137, St. Cloud, MN 56301

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  Join us for lunch and networking time!

  You are invited to our upcoming Networking Lunch Event on Thursday, July 17th, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church.

  This event offers a great opportunity for both members and non-members to connect with fellow professionals in a casual setting designed to help you connect with your peers.

  We look forward to seeing you for an enjoyable lunch and networking!

  

  Cost
  $20 - members
  $20 - non-members

  Photography/Video Policy
  Central Minnesota SHRM (CMSHRM) reserves the right to use any photograph or video taken at any event sponsored by CMSHRM, without the expressed written permission of those in the photograph or video.

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• Overview of MN Paid Family & Medical Leave | Presented by Amy Sip

  • When
    08/21/2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Bethlehem Lutheran Church 4310 Co Rd 137, St. Cloud, MN 56301

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  In this session, Amy will provide an overview of the upcoming 2026 Minnesota Paid Family & Medical Leave, learn the details about the law and other factors to consider such as FMLA, ESST, Workers Compensation, short- & long-term disability.

  Amy Sip earned a bachelor’s degree from St Cloud State University in Business Management with an HR emphasis. Amy has over 13 years’ experience in Human Resources and over 20 combined years’ experience in Finance. Amy holds a SHRM CP designation. Amy started her HR consulting business in 2022 where she helps businesses without a designated HR person understand and implement everything HR. Amy is a member of the Career Force HR Networking Group, member of Forum of Executive Women (FEW) St. Cloud and on the membership committee, member of St. Cloud Area Chamber and a board member. When Amy isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her family at her parent's lake home, gardening, cooking or baking, crafting, reading, or visiting local craft breweries.

  

  Cost

  $20 - members

  $40 - non-members
  
  

  Event Schedule

  Lunch/Networking 11:30am-12:00pm

  Presentation - 1200pm-1:00pm
  
  

  Photography/Video Policy

  Central Minnesota SHRM (CMSHRM) reserves the right to use any photograph or video taken at any event sponsored by CMSHRM, without the expressed written permission of those in the photograph or video.

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• 2025 Annual Legal Update

  • When
    09/11/2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    Bethlehem Lutheran Church 4310 Co Rd 137, St. Cloud, MN 56301

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  Please join us for this employment law update specifically designed for HR professionals. In this session, HR professionals will learn about the latest changes in employment laws and important court cases. We'll cover what these changes mean for employers and how to stay legally compliant. The session will provide practical tips and strategies to help businesses and organizations adapt to new rules. This training aims to make sure your organization is up-to-date and ready to handle new legal challenges.

  

  Attorney Betsey Lund Ross received her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and her Juris Doctor from Mitchell Hamline School of Law. She received the CALI award for the highest grade in her Employment Law and Tax Law classes. She was also awarded First Place in the American Bar Association Regional Representation in Mediation Moot Court Competition.

  During law school, Betsey was a litigation clerk for the League of Minnesota Cities in St. Paul, Minnesota. After graduating from law school, Betsey worked as a Judicial Law Clerk for the Honorable Jodi L. Williamson in Olmsted County (Rochester, Minnesota). Prior to establishing Lund Ross, P.A., Betsey worked as an Associate Attorney for a local law firm and then established Lund Ross, P.A. in June 2014. In 2013, Betsey was selected as a "5 Under 40" by the St. Cloud Times for her civic involvement and innovation in the legal community.

  Betsey practices in the areas of employment law (representing and consulting employers), business law, and estate planning. In the employment field, Betsey has represented and assisted employers with discrimination claims, breach of contract claims, Family Medical Leave Act disputes, Americans with Disabilities (ADA) disputes, wrongful termination claims, and independent contractor/employee classifications. Betsey also assists clients with the day to day questions and concerns human resource professionals and employers have when handling employee and applicant matters.

  

  Cost
  $20 - members
  $40 - non-members

  Event Schedule

  Lunch & Networking - 11:30am-12:00pm

  Presentation - 12:00pm-1:30pm

  
  

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• Compliant Cost Containment | Presented by Nick Karls

  • When
    11/20/2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Bethlehem Lutheran Church 4310 Co Rd 137, St. Cloud, MN 56301

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  As medical inflation continues its rapid rise and employers look to control their medical spend, it’s important to look at the available options, consider whether they’re compliant, and investigate other options that may be better cultural fits. This is especially true as we see the proliferation of vendors and outfits the promise solutions that often run afoul of well-established health and welfare rules and regulations. In this presentation we will discuss:

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  • What are some of the less-than-compliant “solutions” that are being actively sold and what the compliance issues are with these “solutions”;
  • Potential plan design changes that can be implemented in a compliant manner that can help to contain costs;
  • And a look at the current regulatory and legislative climate to see if there are any new solutions on the horizon.

  

  Cost

  $20 - members

  $40 - non-members
  
  

  Event Schedule

  Lunch/Networking 11:30am-12:00pm

  Presentation - 1200pm-1:00pm
  
  

  Photography/Video Policy

  Central Minnesota SHRM (CMSHRM) reserves the right to use any photograph or video taken at any event sponsored by CMSHRM, without the expressed written permission of those in the photograph or video.

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