Women's Business Council: Harmony at Work - Empowering Change in Workplace Dynamics

Description

Online registration is closed. Walk-ins are welcome or email Jennifer Sims at jsims@capitalregionchamber.com.

It's estimated that 48.6 million Americans are bullied at work, with those who identify as female being the largest target, according to the Workplace Bullying Institute. Workplace bullying impacts our well-being, our relationships, and workplace safety.

Join us for an insightful discussion where participants will gain valuable insights into navigating and preventing workplace bullying. This program is designed to equip attendees with actionable strategies to foster a workplace culture of respect, collaboration, and empowerment.

Speakers:

	Monica R. Lenahan (formerly Monica Skanes) joined Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP in September 2011. Ms. Lenahan was previously a summer associate at the Firm. She represents both public and private employers, including schools and colleges, on a wide range of education and employment law issues. She regularly counsels employers to help avoid legal issues, conducts complex and sensitive student and employee investigations, and defends employers in discrimination actions and other complex litigation.
	Jennifer Massey, SPHR, SHRM SCP, EA-CS™  is the Founder and CEO of Integra HR, LLC. With more than 30 years of executive experience in a variety of industries, Jennifer is an entrepreneur, innovator and strategic visionary transforming clients’ cultures and their employees by focusing on the “Aha” moments and doing what is right even when it is hard. Jennifer’s genuine passion for helping others along with grit, perseverance, and knowledge has given her company the foundation needed to experience an impressive trajectory of expansion and growth over the last several years. Integra focuses on HR and people development complexities, so leaders can focus on their core business and avoid costly mistakes while maximizing the ROI in solid people and culture practices.
	Yalitza Negron-Rivera serves as the Head of Talent Acquisition & Recruitment for the NYS Teachers' Retirement System. In her human resources role, she combines 15+ years of higher education in civil engagement and career services to develop talent pipelines, support workforce development planning, and serve as a career development strategist for early career talent and career shifters. Yalitza holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, a Master of Science in Education specializing in Counseling Student Services Administration, and most recently a Master of Science in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. Her passion is helping organizations cultivate a healthy workforce through innovative programs and initiatives while helping candidates identify and secure meaningful and purposeful work. Yalitza’s unique background in higher education, talent acquisition, and recruitment allow her to contribute a unique set of exceptional skills in facilitation, training and development, career development, and coaching.

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