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Embracing Employee Engagement to Overcome the High Cost of Turnover
Employee turnover cost American businesses $600 billion in 2018. How much is it costing your organization and what are you doing about it? Find out how some business leaders are tackling this expensive issue.
Implementing a Successful SNP Strategy
July 16, July 24, and August 1 Webinar Series 10 – 11 a.m. CT
With Medicare Advantage (MA) enrollment expected to see continued growth in the coming years, many providers are looking at Special Needs Plans (SNPs) as a way to participate in the MA market and take on more risk for the populations they serve. Although SNPs may not be the right fit for everyone, taking a closer look can help you determine if it could be a viable strategy for your organization.
Join us for a complimentary three-part webinar series that will help participants understand not only the background and risk-based elements of SNPs, but also the operational and financial considerations that will position organizations for success. CLA professionals will be joined by leaders from across the industry who will share their experiences planning and implementing SNPs throughout the country.
Please register by July 15, 2019. All registrants will be signed up for all three sessions of the series. If you are unable to make one of the sessions, a recording will be sent to all registrants to enable participation in subsequent sessions.
Part One — Medicare Advantage and the Rising Interest in SNPs Tuesday, July 16 | 10 – 11 a.m. CT Speakers: Rob Schile (Principal, CLA) and Jennifer Boese (Director of Health Policy, CLA)
This session will cover:
See the event web page for more information.
Part Two — Key Operational Issues for Success as a SNP Wednesday, July 24 | 10 – 11 a.m. CT Speakers: Cory Rutledge (Senior Living Segment Leader, CLA) and Dr. Scott Rifkin (Chairman, Preferred Partners Health Plan)
Part Three — Reimbursement and Financial Considerations of a SNP Thursday, August 1 | 10 – 11 a.m. CT Speakers: Dave Schuh (Principal, CLA), Stephen Taylor (Principal, CLA), and Hank Watson (Vice President of Corporate Development, American Health Partners)
Questions? Contact Bobbie Walier at BobbieJane.Walier@CLAconnect.com or 704-998-5204.
Can’t make it? Check out our event calendar to see what else is happening.
Retention in a Technological Age: Meet CLA’s LEAD HR Council
Various dates in August Various Wisconsin offices 8 – 10 a.m.
Between a tight applicant market and the pressure to sustain a connected company culture with high retention, today’s leaders have a lot to manage.
Join us for a complimentary introductory session to experience our LEAD HR Council. Participate and learn with other local professionals in a lively discussion, focusing on how organizations are connecting, retaining, and recognizing staff with the aid of technology.
What is the LEAD (learn, engage, and develop) HR Council you ask? The council is a group of HR professionals, who meet nine times between September and May, to develop skills, address human resources issues, and enable more capable, influential leaders.
For a limited time, we’re offering complimentary access to one of four local sessions, led by CLA’s Thomas Schultz, so you can try it out before making the investment in yourself.
If after attending one of these sessions you feel like getting more involved, consider registering to become a permanent member of the LEAD HR Council. Register by August 16 and save $100.
Who should attend This session is designed for business leaders seeking insights into the best ways to attract and retain talented people, and HR professionals interested in joining a HR LEAD Council group forming in Green Bay, Appleton, Sheboygan and Wausau, Wisconsin.
Locations August 6 — Wausau CLA office 311 Financial Way, Suite 100 Wausau, WI 54401
August 13 — Green Bay CLA office 2200 Riverside Drive Green Bay, WI 54301
August 14 — Appleton CLA office 200 East Washington Street Appleton, WI 54912
August 15 — Sheboygan CLA office 712 Riverfront Drive, Suite 301 Sheboygan, WI 53081
Questions? Contact Jen Brown at jennifer.brown@CLAconnect.com or 920-996-1306
For more information contact: Randall D. Crocker (414) 287-1238 rcrocker@vonbriesen.com
von BRIESEN & ROPER, s.c. OPENS NEW APPLETON OFFICE
AND WELCOMES FOUR LAWYERS
Randall D. Crocker, President and CEO of von Briesen & Roper, s.c., today announced that the firm has welcomed substantially all of the lawyers and staff of the Appleton-based law firm of Silton Seifert Carlson, S.C. von Briesen’s new lawyers are Lawrence C. Silton, Stephen A. Seifert, Adam N. Skarie and Jared R. Stroik. For over 45 years Silton Seifert Carlson, S.C. has served clients in the Fox Valley with distinction, focusing on business, municipal and litigation matters. Silton Seifert Carlson, S.C. ceased operations effective May 30, 2019.
Crocker said, “The addition of these fine lawyers and our opportunity to continue the quality legal services offered by their fine law firm, evidences our continued commitment to Appleton, the Fox Valley and the continued expansion of our firm”.
Skarie said, “My colleagues and I are excited to join von Briesen as we continue to serve our clients because, among other things, the depth of experience and expanded practice offerings will allow us to better serve our existing clients and to grow our practice with von Briesen.”
Running a Successful Retirement Plan: Handling Disbursements
Wednesday, May 22 Webinar 2 – 3 p.m. CT 1 credit Finance RSVP for This Event
Regardless of your organization’s size and industry, your retirement plan needs continuous oversight to ensure it operates effectively and has the appropriate safeguards in place to prevent issues that often result in costly corrections.
Join us for our complimentary webinar covering case studies and best practices for the operation of a successful retirement plan. We’ll explore common operational oversights, including enrollment and participant deferrals, and automatic enrollment and escalation processes.
At the end of these sessions, you will be able to:
Who should attend This session is designed for anyone involved in the administration or oversight of qualified retirement plans and those serving in a fiduciary role.
Speakers:
Schedule 2 – 3 p.m. — CT – Webinar
Please register by May 21, 2019.
Questions? Contact Reshma McHale at reshma.mchale@CLAconnect.com or 414-721-7540.
Join us for our Protect What's Yours webinar series.
May 21, 2019 | 12:00 PM CST
It’s your Supply Chain, and We’ll Hack if we want to: it’s the hacker’s turn to cry
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What you Need to Know
The May edition of our Protect What’s Yours webinar series is an in-depth discussion of Risk 2 of our 2019 Cyber Security Risk Report concerning Supply Chain Risk. This program was developed to help each stakeholder in the enterprise understand how supply chain risk can impact their organizations, and how to create or improve cyber readiness teams. Highlights of this program:
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Learn about the current landscape of supply chain cyber risk
Hear about the proactive steps you can take to increase awareness about this risk and your organization, and what steps you can take to shore up vulnerable areas
We’ll look at what to do if a breach occurs
Finally we’ll look at the transfer of risk from the balance sheet.
Your Speakers
Brian Cayer
Vice President Security Advisory
Aon’s Cyber Solutions Group
Kim Kimmerle
Manager Security Advisory
Domenic Rizzzolo
Senior Consultant
Sandy Bet Dashto
Cyber Business Development Leader
Opportunity Zones: Insights from the Second Round of Proposed Regulations
Tuesday, May 7 Webinar 3 – 4 p.m. CT
The Opportunity Zone program offers exciting new options for investment in economically distressed communities. Those possibilities have been fine-tuned now that the IRS has released the second round of proposed regulations.
How might the new guidance affect your Opportunity Zone investment strategy? Join CLA for a complimentary webinar to learn key elements of the regulations, including the areas of greatest interest to investors.
Who should attend Anyone considering investing in operating businesses or real estate within Opportunity Zones, including fund managers, family offices, and developers.
At the end of this session, you will be able to:
Please register by May 6, 2019.
Questions? Contact Michelle Meyer at michelle.meyer@CLAconnect.com or 920-996-1102.
Please Join Us for a Breakfast Briefing with the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce Current Updates on OSHA, EEO Reporting & EAP and Affirmative Action
Never underestimate the impact agencies such as OSHA and OFCCP and their enforcement powers can have on an organization, large or small. Are you ready if you receive an unexpected visit for an OSHA inspection or audit? If you are a government contractor, have you put in place reliable methods for collecting all the data needed for your EEO reporting and putting together your company's annual Affirmative Action Plan? If you are not a government contractor, are you fully compliant with all safety regulations? This program will provide you with the latest updates regarding workplace safety and OSHA, EEO reporting and affirmative action compliance to help you be prepared for the next investigation, audit or compliance review. Waiting for an OSHA inspection or OFCCP audit will be too late.
von Briesen & Roper, s.c. is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. This Breakfast Briefing is valid for one (1) PDC for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.
Presented by: Jim Macy and Jill Pedigo Hall
Location: von Briesen & Roper, 2905 Universal Street, Suite 2, Oshkosh
When: Thursday, May 2, 2019 7:30-8:00 - registration, networking and continental breakfast 8:00-9:00 - breakfast briefing program Click here to register on the von Briesen & Roper, s.c. website.
Tariffs and Tax Updates: Two Webinars for Manufacturers and Distributors
April 17 and 25 Webinars 1 CPE credit per webinar, taxes
Tariffs, trade wars, and tax reform are major disruptions in the manufacturing and distribution industry right now. They can substantially affect the way your business operates abroad and plans for the future.
CLA is offering two complimentary, industry-focused webinars to help you understand the latest developments in U.S. tariff policies and international tax regulations. Join us for either or both of these timely sessions and earn up to two CPE credits.
Trade Tariff and Policy Update Presented by Omar Nashashibi and Leslie Boyd Wednesday, April 17, 3 – 4 p.m. CT
International Tax Updates Under Tax Reform for the M & D Industry Presented by Kyle Dawley Thursday, April 25, 11 a.m. – noon CT
Who should attend These complimentary webinars are designed for CFOs, controllers, financial managers, board members, and other decision makers in the manufacturing and distribution industry.
Questions? Contact Heather Kloster at heather.kloster@CLAconnect.com or 626-387-8281.
Can’t make the webinar? Fill out the webinar registration, and you will receive an email with the webinar recording and slides following the event.