Date: 4/16/2014
Time: 11:30 AM TO 1:00 PM

Washington County Chamber of Commerce
5193 NE Elam Young Pkwy, Ste A
Hillsboro, OR 97124

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Event Description: Join us on April 16, 2014 for: The Human Factor: 3 Keys to Being an Effective Employer presented by Trupp HR and sponsored by Unitus Community Credit Union. Regardless of technological advances, people continue to be at the heart of great companies. Being a great employer, however, does not come easy—especially in today’s complex and continuously changing regulatory and economic environment. How confident are you that your business is taking the right steps to avoid costly non-compliance and litigation? Are your employees passionate about what they do and connected to your company? Are you unsure of when to reach out to a human resources or employment law professional? Join Christine Thelen, Manager of HR Services for Trupp HR, as we discuss what you will need to know to protect your business from compliance oversights and position your business to attract, engage and retain top talent. Learning Objectives: • Learn helpful tips and common pitfalls of finding and hiring the right employees for your business • Gain a broader understanding of compliance missteps that commonly plague small business • Discover how employee engagement impacts the success of your company and what can be done to put your company ahead of the pack Who should attend? • Supervisors and managers • Business owners and leaders • HR professionals Christine’s has extensive experience assisting clients with the drafting and implementation of compliant HR policy, providing training and counsel, and a strong focus on employment law. Her portfolio includes managing and training supervisors on policies and procedures, and providing legal advice and guidance with employment law for a variety of organizations. Christine’s background has contributed to a firm understanding of business operations and the ability to advise organizations on developing and implementing improvements. Christine graduated from Temple University – James E. Beasley School of Law with a Doctor of Law (JD). Her undergraduate work includes a BA in Government and Economics from Claremont McKenna College. Members: $5 Non-Members: $10 Register online or contact Jill Hult at (503) 726-2142 or jillh@hillchamber.org.


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