Thursday, April 17
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Welcome and Keynote Speaker
That's What I Meme: Understanding Generational Influences & Characteristics
Brad Gingras
Superior Strategies
Can Millennials ever show up on time? Why are Boomers so averse to change? Our youngest employees won’t even pick up the phone! Our staff wants to work on their terms. Generational conflict and misunderstanding has been present for decades, however the divide between each generation seems to get further apart. That's What I Meme identifies key influences, traits and characteristics of the predominant generations in the workforce, but more importantly strategies to help understand what makes each age cohort succeed and engage. No matter which generation you fit into, this session will be relevant, entertaining and help you better understand your coworkers and individuals throughout your life.
2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
MA Shortage, Says Who?
Heather Trimborn, PHR, SHRM-CP, MSM
Program Manager - Talent Acquisition, Emplify Health
Craig Masters
HR Program Consultant, Emplify Health
We had a lot of Medical Assistant (MA) openings, more than our local programs & community could fill, so we created a partnership with a vendor to provide the online curriculum and leverage our Internal Department of Nursing to provide initial training. We're down to a minimal number of open MA openings in a couple years. We'll discuss our process, internal & external partnerships and learnings we've had along the way. We'll also give attendees an opportunity to share their insight about programs they've started so we can all benefit from collective knowledge.
3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
The Journey Toward a Values-Based Culture
Annette Caraulia, MSODA
Organizational Development Director, Medical College of Wisconsin
This session will help institutional leaders:
- Capture organizational values and concrete behaviors, making them actionable and effective.
- Align diverse stakeholders around shared principles, especially in complex environments.
- Develop an institutional identity that resonates across different organizational cultures and tells a cohesive story of an organization’s value proposition to its community and partners.
- Implement and embed organizational values to shape a strong, values-driven culture that supports the institution's mission and improves outcomes.
4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Hot Topics in the Benefit World
Assured Partners
Join Chris and Brad as they deliver a power-packed presentation, diving into the most current and impactful topics in the benefits landscape. During their presentation, they’ll cover the following:
- SECURE 2.0 Act: Learn how to navigate the latest changes in retirement plans.
- Health Plan Benchmarks: See how your health benefits compare with other employers.
- GLP-1 Adoption: Understand what other organizations are doing with respect to this innovative yet costly treatment for diabetes and weight loss.
- Other Latest Hot News in Benefits: Stay ahead with the latest industry insights based on events leading up to the presentation. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving world of employee benefits!
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Reception at Tom Foolery's Lounge
Join us for an evening of networking and relaxation at our post-conference reception at Tom Foolery's Lounge! Enjoy a fun and casual atmosphere with bowling, drinks, and the perfect opportunity to unwind while making new connections and having memorable conversations. Don't miss out on this great way to cap off the conference.
Friday, April 18
8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
WHA Update
Ann Zenk, RN, BSN, MHA
Senior Vice President of Workforce and Clinical Practice, Wisconsin Hospital Association
Gain critical insights into the ever-evolving workforce and legislative landscape impacting healthcare HR professionals. This session will delve into recent legislative changes, emerging workforce trends, and key policy proposals affecting HR practices in the healthcare industry. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insight into the current health care workforce and legislative environment.
8:45 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Legal Update
Brenna Vargas, JD
Partner, Quarles LLP
Stay ahead of the evolving legal landscape with this essential Legal Update session, where experts will break down the latest regulatory and legislative changes impacting healthcare HR. From recent EEOC updates and the revocation of Executive Order 11246 to NLRB rulings and the FCC’s stance on non-competes, this session will provide critical insights to help you navigate compliance challenges under the new presidential administration. With additional updates expected before the conference, this session will ensure you’re equipped with the most current legal knowledge to support your organization and workforce.
9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Roundtables
Session details coming soon.
10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
The Secret to a Leader's Mental Wellness | Leading from Your Uniqueness
Molly Hildebrandt
Hildebrandt Consulting, LLC
Leaders are beginning to understand the importance of filling one’s cup before trying to fill another’s, but are the acts of self-care, self-help or self-love actually FILLING our cup? Unfortunately, these approaches are just getting us back to EVEN from all the giving we’re doing - not into the positive. You can’t give what you don’t have. Join Molly Hildebrandt, Leadership Development consultant, speaker, coach as she leads a discussion on how leaders can intentionally lead from their uniqueness in order to GAIN energy everyday and begin their journey towards mental wellness!