The Anatomy of a Decision in Construction
The most critical factor in construction project delivery is effective decision-making. Critical decisions must be made throughout a project lifecycle, but [...]
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august
ABC of Wisconsin is hosting a online safety breakfast meetings that is open to all member company management team members to provide the latest information on important safety matters. Invite
ABC of Wisconsin is hosting a online safety breakfast meetings that is open to all member company management team members to provide the latest information on important safety matters. Invite your associates to these important safety events! This meeting will be held virtually via Zoom.
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(Tuesday) 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Online
The most critical factor in project delivery is effective decision-making. Critical decisions must be made throughout a project lifecycle, but frequently they are made with little more than the experience
The most critical factor in project delivery is effective decision-making. Critical decisions must be made throughout a project lifecycle, but frequently they are made with little more than the experience held in the collective memory of project teams. Collaboration, communication, and early teaming focused on critical decisions are key to project success. Technology is deployed in all phases, but how are we connecting the data to decision-making? The answers lie in understanding the connective tissue that transforms the data into information. In this presentation, we will present strategies to enable construction teams to improve decision-making. This event is free to ABC members only.
Industry Evangelist
Jeff Sample has devoted the past 20+ years to transforming companies. Jeff optimizes companies throughout the construction industry by designing solutions, optimizing strategic advantages, and breaking down information silos. His passion for outdoor adventure and Ironman competitions garnered him the moniker "The Ironman of IT." As Industry Evangelist for Join, Jeff promotes collaboration and the transformation of preconstruction to help project teams reach their potential. His depth of IT experience in various industries and his passion for continuous improvement have made Jeff a popular speaker and vocal thought leader in construction, spending much of his time educating on multiple topics to better the industry as a whole.
Industry Evangelist
(Tuesday) 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST
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september
The construction industry labor market remains as tight as ever. Many employers are scrambling to fill positions. Part of this labor scramble involves the proper use of background checks. It
The construction industry labor market remains as tight as ever. Many employers are scrambling to fill positions. Part of this labor scramble involves the proper use of background checks. It also frequently involves navigating arrest and conviction record issues. The Wisconsin Supreme Court’s decision in Cree v. LIRC has refined the analysis employers must use and a court of appeals decision sheds some additional guidance on arrest record issues. This session will review and explain the current state of arrest and conviction record law in Wisconsin, and discuss the background check process and pitfalls, including a brief review of the FCRA (Fair Credit Reporting Act).
About the Human Resources Boot Camp Series
ABC of Wisconsin is pleased to offer a five-part boot camp series on human resources fundamentals through Zoom for our members this fall. The sessions, presented by ABC of Wisconsin member firms, will run weekly from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. beginning September 1, 2022. Attendees can register for any of the sessions for $50 each or all five for $200 using the form below. For details on all sessions and to register, visit HR Boot Camp Registration.
Boardman Clark
Boardman Clark
(Thursday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
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The easiest lawsuit to defend is the lawsuit that is never filed. This webinar will discuss best practices before and during employment terminations, and will give you the knowledge to
The easiest lawsuit to defend is the lawsuit that is never filed. This webinar will discuss best practices before and during employment terminations, and will give you the knowledge to manager employee terminations while reducing the risk of potential litigation. Topics will include: the questions you should ask before discharge, good and bad evidence of the reason to terminate, the termination meeting, the effects of not firing a problem employee, and post-employment issues. If you must make the decision or provide final input into a termination decision, this session will provide you with valuable information to eliminate the fear of firing when it is appropriate and to handle terminations lawfully and effectively.
About the Human Resources Boot Camp Series
ABC of Wisconsin is pleased to offer a five-part boot camp series on human resources fundamentals through Zoom for our members this fall. The sessions, presented by ABC of Wisconsin member firms, will run weekly from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. beginning September 1, 2022. Attendees can register for any of the sessions for $50 each or all five for $200 using the form below. For details on all sessions and to register, visit HR Boot Camp Registration.
Ogletree Deakins
Mark A. Johnson has a wide range of experience representing businesses in matters involving labor and employment law. Mark has represented employers in hundreds of cases in federal and state courts and before federal and state administrative agencies in Wisconsin and throughout the country. His practice also includes advising employers on how to avoid litigation. Mark is a frequent speaker on topics related to litigation and labor and employment law.Mark has extensive experience defending employers against claims of employment discrimination and retaliation under federal and state law. He has also represented clients in ERISA litigation in courts throughout the country. Mark regularly counsels employers and tries cases involving covenants not to compete and non-disclosure agreements. Areas of focus include wage and hour, hiring and discharge, arrest and conviction record, employment contracts, covenants not to compete, downsizing, fiduciary duty of loyalty, non-disclosure agreements, employee handbooks, harassment claims and investigations, retaliation, union organizing, unfair labor practices and arbitration.Mark is admitted to practice in Wisconsin and before numerous courts, including the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin, the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit, and the U.S. Supreme Court.
Ogletree Deakins
(Thursday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Webinar
In 2021-2022 Unions have filed hundreds of representation petitions at Starbucks and have won the majority of those elections. Many of the workers voting in these elections are younger workers.
In 2021-2022 Unions have filed hundreds of representation petitions at Starbucks and have won the majority of those elections. Many of the workers voting in these elections are younger workers. Construction employers should take note of this growing trend and review their employee relations strategies to consider the issues that have led Starbucks workers to seek union representation. This seminar will help employers identify areas they might consider focusing on and provide pointers how to legally prepare for such actions.
About the Human Resources Boot Camp Series
ABC of Wisconsin is pleased to offer a five-part boot camp series on human resources fundamentals through Zoom for our members this fall. The sessions, presented by ABC of Wisconsin member firms, will run weekly from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. beginning September 1, 2022. Attendees can register for any of the sessions for $50 each or all five for $200 using the form below. For details on all sessions and to register, visit HR Boot Camp Registration.
Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jackson Lewis P.C.
(Thursday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Webinar
The ABC of Wisconsin Emerging Leader program has been designed for future construction business leaders. This proven program offers sessions on relevant topics selected by a taskforce of next generation
The ABC of Wisconsin Emerging Leader program has been designed for future construction business leaders. This proven program offers sessions on relevant topics selected by a taskforce of next generation construction business owners and leaders. It is for individuals preparing for leadership or ownership roles.
Who Should Enroll?
This program is for office level employees who are moving into higher level roles, transitioning from working in the business to working on the business. This includes general managers, new or soon to be company owners, CEOs, CFOs, and COOs.
The Emerging Leader program consists of 12 sessions beginning September 22, 2022.
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September 9, 2022
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8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
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$2,800 for the first registrant from an ABC-member company
$2,500 for each additional registrant from the same company.
*Full program includes registration to both HR & Accounting Conference and SuperCon ‘23.
All classes, unless noted, will be held at the ABC Professional Development Center at 5330 Wall Street, Madison, WI.
(Thursday) 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
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OSHA’s construction standards mandate that every contractor or subcontractor initiate and maintain such programs to provide workers with a healthy and safe work environment. Despite this simple and straightforward compliance
OSHA’s construction standards mandate that every contractor or subcontractor initiate and maintain such programs to provide workers with a healthy and safe work environment. Despite this simple and straightforward compliance mandate, five out of the top 10 frequently cited standards by Federal OSHA in fiscal year 2021 involved violation of construction safety standards. Moreover, over 1,000 deaths per year occur in the construction industry – accounting for one in five worker deaths on an annual basis in the United States. Construction employers, however, can be proactive in preventing workplace fatalities and injuries, and avoid becoming part of these workplace statistics, by implementing effective and simple safety and health programs. This session will discuss management’s leadership regarding: (i) training requirements under OSHA’s construction standards; (ii) hazard identification and assessment, including identifying fall hazards, at the worksite; (iii) understanding safety coordination responsibilities on a multi-employer worksite and OSHA’s multi-employer citation policy; and (iv) creating a culture of safe work practices to avoid and prevent OSHA citations.
About the Human Resources Boot Camp Series
ABC of Wisconsin is pleased to offer a five-part boot camp series on human resources fundamentals through Zoom for our members this fall. The sessions, presented by ABC of Wisconsin member firms, will run weekly from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. beginning September 1, 2022. Attendees can register for any of the sessions for $50 each or all five for $200 using the form below. For details on all sessions and to register, visit HR Boot Camp Registration.
O’Neil, Cannon, Hollman, DeJong & Laing, S.C.
O’Neil, Cannon, Hollman, DeJong & Laing, S.C.
(Thursday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Webinar
Learn to navigate the legal minefield of employee drug testing under federal and state law. With the recent surge in state laws legalizing marijuana use (either medically or recreationally), it
Learn to navigate the legal minefield of employee drug testing under federal and state law. With the recent surge in state laws legalizing marijuana use (either medically or recreationally), it is time to pause and consider the future of pre-employment marijuana testing at your company. Of course, what your company does and for whom it performs services will impact how your workplace approaches drug testing. From the ADA, FMLA, NLRA, and state law, to specific federal, state, and local compliance requirements for contractors, drug testing employees provides a complicated legal web that even the most seasoned human resources professionals find challenging. Join Sam Mitchell in an interactive seminar on the legal complexities of drug testing and key guidelines of reasonable suspicion training.
About the Human Resources Boot Camp Series
ABC of Wisconsin is pleased to offer a five-part boot camp series on human resources fundamentals through Zoom for our members this fall. The sessions, presented by ABC of Wisconsin member firms, will run weekly from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. beginning September 1, 2022. Attendees can register for any of the sessions for $50 each or all five for $200 using the form below. For details on all sessions and to register, visit HR Boot Camp Registration.
Husch-Blackwell, LLP
Husch-Blackwell, LLP
(Thursday) 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Webinar
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