Pittsburgh Human Resources Association - PHRA

This year's?Employment Law and Compliance Conference?will be?hybrid!?Let?PHRA?be your guide to understanding the legal landscape that affects your organization. Tuesday, November 12th! Get registered TODAY! https://lnkd.in/eXGVcXKb ? HR compliance is intricate and demanding. Staying up-to-date with evolving regulations, requirements, and legislative changes can be challenging for any HR professional. Our expert speakers will provide valuable insights into critical HR and employment law issues impacting employers in today’s dynamic work environment. This conference will equip you to tackle current compliance challenges and proactively prepare for future ones. ? The conference is approved for?11.0 hours of SHRM and HRCI recertification credits,?this includes?in-person sessions?and?virtual/on-demand sessions. ?

Join us for the PHRA's Annual Holiday Party on December 3rd at the Grand Concourse! This festive evening is the perfect opportunity to network with fellow HR professionals, enjoy delicious refreshments, and win exciting prize giveaways. Come celebrate a fantastic year with the PHRA, spread some holiday cheer, and make meaningful connections in a relaxed and joyful atmosphere. Don’t miss your chance to wrap up the year in style! Learn more and register: https://buff.ly/3No1NNk

Have you been keeping up with PHRA but haven't made the leap to join just yet? Now's the perfect time to become a part of our community and SAVE while doing it!?? ? For a limited time, NEW PHRA members can enjoy a $29 discount on their first PHRA membership using the code JOIN29OFF at checkout.? ? By joining PHRA, you'll unlock an amazing array of benefits designed to help you grow, both personally and professionally:? - Connect with over 1,175+ HR professionals in the Pittsburgh area.? - Attend networking events and participate in our member-only Buddy Program for mentoring and leadership development.? - Plus, enjoy staying up to date on relevant HR topics through educational programs, SHRM certification prep classes, job postings, HR resources, and much more! You'll even receive one FREE learning program each month as a member.? It's a great opportunity to start building connections and access valuable resources that can boost your career! ? This offer is exclusively for new members and is valid for Professional memberships only until November 1st. Those with expired or current PHRA memberships are NOT eligible. ? Join now and become a part of PHRA's vibrant, supportive community-where your career, learning, and networking will thrive!?? ? JOIN NOW: https://lnkd.in/eEkDpzcQ Questions about the PHRA? Ask our staff and Board of Directors! Liz Lamping, PHRA Executive Director Katherine Miller, PHRA Associate Chapter Director Judith "JJ" Hall, PHRA Administrative Assistant Brenda Thoma, PHR, PHRA President Ashleigh Sager, SHRM-SCP, CPRP, PHRA President Elect Daniel Corkum, Immediate Past PHRA President Diane Houser, SHRM-CP, MS-HRM, VP/Membership and College Relations Committee Pamela Anthony, SHRM-CP, VP/ Signature Events Committee Shanel Divito, PHRA Treasurer Jill Porter-Scott, PHRA Secretary Ronald Kubitz, Chair- Social Media Committee Dylan Jenkins, Chair- LPD Committee James Miller, Esq., CPCU, ARM, ERIS, CRIS, MLIS, Chair- Networking Committee Valerie Nance, MJ-LEL, SHRM-SCP, Chair-Certification Committee Mario Bordogna, Board Director Vince Consoli, Board Director Dan Cubarney, Board Director Jamie Devine, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Board Director Peter Gabriel, PCC, BCC, Board Director Patrick Gilchrist, Board Director Jamie Gildersleeve, Board Director Sandy Mervosh, Board Director Katie O'Connor, Board Director Erin Viale, SPHR, Board Director Tabatha Wendorff, SHRM-SCP, Board Director Megan Wollerton, Board Director #PHRA2024

"On Sept. 24, the Pittsburgh City Council passed a new ordinance prohibiting employment discrimination against an individual’s status as a medical marijuana patient. Mayor Ed Gainey signed the ordinance the same day, making it effective immediately." Read more from SHRM:

1 in 5 US workers say they’re ignoring return-to-office rules. "Employees may leave if their companies enforce compliance — but certain benefits could help, such as flexible schedules and commuter reimbursement." Read more from HR Dive here:

"The 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a $419,663 judgment against Walmart for changing the schedule of an employee with Down syndrome as part of companywide moves." Read more from SHRM here: https://lnkd.in/gzdaDaS7

Have you been keeping up with PHRA but haven't made the leap to join just yet? Now's the perfect time to become a part of our community and SAVE while doing it!?? ? For a limited time, NEW PHRA members can enjoy a $29 discount on their first PHRA membership using the code JOIN29OFF at checkout.? ? By joining PHRA, you'll unlock an amazing array of benefits designed to help you grow, both personally and professionally:? - Connect with over 1,175+ HR professionals in the Pittsburgh area.? - Attend networking events and participate in our member-only Buddy Program for mentoring and leadership development.? - Plus, enjoy staying up to date on relevant HR topics through educational programs, SHRM certification prep classes, job postings, HR resources, and much more! You'll even receive one FREE learning program each month as a member.? It's a great opportunity to start building connections and access valuable resources that can boost your career! ? This offer is exclusively for new members and is valid for Professional memberships only until November 1st. Those with expired or current PHRA memberships are NOT eligible. ? Join now and become a part of PHRA's vibrant, supportive community-where your career, learning, and networking will thrive!?? ? JOIN NOW: https://lnkd.in/eEkDpzcQ Questions about the PHRA? Ask our staff and Board of Directors! Liz Lamping, PHRA Executive Director Katherine Miller, PHRA Associate Chapter Director Judith "JJ" Hall, PHRA Administrative Assistant Brenda Thoma, PHR, PHRA President Ashleigh Sager, SHRM-SCP, CPRP, PHRA President Elect Daniel Corkum, Immediate Past PHRA President Diane Houser, SHRM-CP, MS-HRM, VP/Membership and College Relations Committee Pamela Anthony, SHRM-CP, VP/ Signature Events Committee Shanel Divito, PHRA Treasurer Jill Porter-Scott, PHRA Secretary Ronald Kubitz, Chair- Social Media Committee Dylan Jenkins, Chair- LPD Committee James Miller, Esq., CPCU, ARM, ERIS, CRIS, MLIS, Chair- Networking Committee Valerie Nance, MJ-LEL, SHRM-SCP, Chair-Certification Committee Mario Bordogna, Board Director Vince Consoli, Board Director Dan Cubarney, Board Director Jamie Devine, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Board Director Peter Gabriel, PCC, BCC, Board Director Patrick Gilchrist, Board Director Jamie Gildersleeve, Board Director Sandy Mervosh, Board Director Katie O'Connor, Board Director Erin Viale, SPHR, Board Director Tabatha Wendorff, SHRM-SCP, Board Director Megan Wollerton, Board Director #PHRA2024

"There are ‘literally zero’ skills where AI could replace a human, Indeed’s chief economist says Although a labor shortage is coming, employers can set themselves apart by taking a skills-first approach to hiring and investing in upskilling, Indeed data indicates."

"The #QuitTok trend on social media has highlighted an issue of disgruntled employees filming themselves quitting their jobs in dramatic fashion and posting it online. This trend can cause damage to a company’s reputation, discouraging potential new hires from applying or encouraging current employees to seek other opportunities." Read more from SHRM:

"Gender gap persists in cybersecurity field despite available opportunities. About half of women surveyed said they don’t feel like they would fit in or be able to be themselves, a Deloitte report said. " Read more from HR Dive: