Employment Law & Workplace Policy Conference

Join us as Missouri SHRM brings together leading management-side employment and labor attorneys for its annual Employment Law & Workplace Policy conference. This interactive single day event will help HR professionals gain the knowledge and skills needed to continue to help their employers lead and thrive during these unprecedented times. And…the conference will feature the always popular “Ask a Lawyer” panel to close out the day!

Topics include:

Crisis Management
Hot Topics Update: Federal Trade Commission/Non-Compete; Department of Labor; Americans with Disabilities Act & More!
Post-Election Employment Legislation: What We Might Expect at Federal & State Level
HR Advocacy
Always Popular Stump the Employment Lawyers Panel & more!

Date & Location

December 5, 2024

8:30 am – 4:30 pm

The Resort at Lake of the Ozarks

3080 Bagnell Dam Blvd, Lake Ozark, MO 65049

Registration Fees

$249 SHRM members
$299 non-SHRM members

Pre-registration is required.

Cancellation Policy: Registrations cancelled on or before 5:00 pm on November 1st will be assessed a $50 cancellation penalty. Cancellations received after 5:01 pm on November 1st will not be refunded. Substitutions will be accepted without penalty.

Time	Event
8:00 – 8:30 AM	Breakfast & Networking
8:30 – 9:30 AM	Session I: John Marino, JD AAAAAAAAA!!!!: An Accurate Assessment of Anticipated Administrative Agency Actions After InAuguration What to expect from the EEOC, NLRB and other Federal Agencies as a result of the 2024 Election.
9:30 – 9:45 AM	Break
9:45 – 10:45 AM	Session II – Ross Weimer, JD & Denise Drake, JD, Polsinelli, PC Hot Topics in Employment Law: What’s New? Discussion will include: the status of the Federal Trade Commission Non-Compete Ban and challenges to the same; the Department of Labor’s final rules on the classification of workers as employees or independent contractors under the Fair Labor Standards Act and Fair Labor Standards Act regulations implementing the exemption from minimum wage and overtime pay requirements for executive, administrative, and professional employees; final regulations published by EEOC on the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act and interaction of the same with the ADA.
10:45 – 11:00 AM	Break
11:00 – Noon	Session III – James Paul, JD, Ogletree Deakins Whirlwind Tour of Employment Law Pitfalls Across 50 States . . . in 50(ish) Minutes Buckle up for a fast-paced overview of the Top 5 (or so) biggest traps that vary in complexity, risk, and exposure depending on where your employees are working. Managing employees in multiple states (including those that are working remotely from other states) is not for human resource professionals who are weak of heart or blissfully ignorant of the many unique state and local regulations that govern your employees. So, don’t be one of those!
Noon – 1:00 PM	Lunch & Roundtables on Crisis Management
1:00 – 2:00 PM	Session IV – Heidi Sutherland, Missouri Chamber of Commerce Missouri Legislative Agenda 2025: Empowering Human Resources Advocacy Explore the pivotal role of human resources in shaping the Missouri Legislative Agenda for 2025. Join us as we discuss effective advocacy strategies, hear from industry experts, and collaborate on best practices for navigating legislative challenges. Together, we will empower HR professionals to influence policy, drive positive change, and enhance the workplace environment across Missouri. Don’t miss this chance to strengthen your advocacy skills and contribute to a more supportive legislative framework!
2:00 – 2:15 PM	Break
2:15 – 3:45 PM	Stump the Employment Lawyers Panel Bring your toughest employment law questions to our “Stump the Employment Lawyers” panel! This interactive session invites participants to challenge a team of seasoned employment attorneys with real-life scenarios and legal dilemmas. Whether you’re facing issues related to workplace discrimination, employee rights, or compliance challenges, our experts are here to provide insights and solutions. Join us for an engaging and informative discussion that promises to deepen your understanding of employment law and enhance your advocacy skills. Don’t miss the chance to get your burning questions answered!
3:45 – 4:00 PM	Closing Comments