Business Seminars

Update your business knowledge and skills at our informative, free business seminars held during the GLBRE.

Entry to the Expo is required for the complimentary seminars. Your business card is your ticket in, complimentary tickets for Chamber members will be available at the Bay Area, Midland Area and Saginaw Co. Chamber of Commerce offices after April 8th, or pay $5.

Classes are held in 2^nd floor classrooms located in the Ryder Center, unless otherwise noted.

Seminars presented by:

MASUD LABOR LAW GROUP

Labor & Employment Attorneys

4449 Fashion Square Blvd. - Suite 1

Saginaw, MI 48603

Phone: (989) 792-4499

LABOR & EMPLOYMENT LEGISLATION AND CASE UPDATE (and Other Scary Things that go Bump in the Night!)

Time: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Presenter: Elizabeth L. Peters

Don't wait until an employee sues your public or private sector business to learn about recent case law developments or what is happening in Lansing and Washington that may adversely impact your operations. Liz will present an important update on the past year's legal developments. Learn how state and federal courts and administrative agencies interpreted the labor and employment laws affecting your workplace, and what new labor and employment laws the legislators have enacted that will require your attention. Liz will pinpoint, in very practical terms, the significant court decisions, legislative developments, and regulatory changes, and what you must do to minimize their negative impact or to take advantage of their benefits.

NAVIGATING THE MINEFIELD: ANSWERS TO EMPLOYMENT LAW SCENARIOS FACING EMPLOYERS - A PANEL DISCUSSION

Time: 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Moderator: Kraig Schutter

Panelists: David Masud, Gary Patterson, Richard Vary & Brian Swanson

The attorneys of the Masud Labor Law Group will present a panel discussion of issues and answers to various employment law concerns employers face in the day-to-day operation of their businesses. With Kraig Schutter serving as moderator, the all-star panel consisting of Dave, Gary, Dick and Brian, will identify the relevant issues and provide their expert answers to various real-world scenarios ranging from disciplining protected class employees, to dealing with unexpected medical leave problems, to handling a union organizing attempt. If you are looking for practical, best-practices advice to legally significant employment issues, you won't want to miss this session.

Seminars presented by:

GREAT LAKES BAY MICHIGAN WORKS!

1600 N. Michigan Ave., #400

Saginaw, MI 48602

1-800-285-9675

Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works! is proud to sponsor Kaleidoscope Learning Circle's programs.

Presenter: Tracy Weber, Ph.D ., Kaleidoscope Learning Circle and her four-legged facilitators; an equine (horse)-assisted learning company

Phone: (989) 652-9112

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION 101

Time: 1:30 p.m. Outside the Main Entrance

In case of rain: 1:30 p.m. 2nd Floor Classroom

Effectively communicating continues to grow as a challenge for businesses, with fewer resources, an expanding number of emails and working with people in various other parts of the world. We will share some basics of effective communication that can help you navigate the variety of people, experiences and expectations you face daily. People (and horses) can tell the difference when what you are saying verbally does not match what your body language, actions, and energy are communicating.

Kaleidoscope Learning Circle, an equine (horse)-assisted learning company will share with you a unique and interactive process of practicing your nonverbal communication skills.

DYNAMICS OF TEAM DEVELOPMENT

Time: 3:30 p.m. Outside the Main Entrance

In case of rain: 4:15 p.m. 2nd Floor Classroom

If you're seeking effective, collaborative, and energizing work environments come and participate in our introduction to Team Dynamics. Productive teams know how to leverage differences and look for connections, creating new possibilities and innovative opportunities.

Kaleidoscope partners with horses to help people experientially learn about becoming an effective team member. Join our two and four-legged facilitators to safely learn more about your choices in creating effective relationships and increasing your own self-awareness; keys to becoming a team player!

Seminar presented by:

THE BAY CITY TIMES, THE SAGINAW NEWS & MLIVE.COM

Interactive Media Team

Phone: (989) 894-9662

DIRECT & DIGITAL: A MARKETING MATCH MADE LIKE NO OTHER!

Time: 2:30 p.m.

Presented by: Jason Christie, Direct Marketing Sales Leader, The Saginaw News/The Bay City Times

Cost of sale is too high? Who is your ideal customer and what if you could duplicate him or her 1,000 times over? The days of printing and mailing pieces to the general masses are over. We'll show you how to target your true market reasonably and effectively, and how to create a loyal following that will leave your competitors scrambling for business.

Seminar presented by:

COVENANT HEALTHCARE -

COVENANT VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION

Phone: (989) 583-3105

PUT YOUR BEST FOOT FORWARD

Time: 3:30 p.m.

Presented by: Heidi Still, RN, Covenant VNA

Proper foot care isn't complex, but taking good care of your feet will put bounce in your step. Foot care is especially critical for diabetics. Covenant VNA is offering foot scans on the Expo floor and suggesting the best shoes for your foot type. At this seminar, Heidi will take it a step further and offer advice for taking the best care possible of your tootsies.

Seminar presented by:

MIDMICHIGAN HEALTH

WORDAY WARM-UP

Time: 3:30 p.m.

Presented by: Judy Powers, Corp. Wellness Specialist, Personal Fitness & Wellness Coach

Warming up before activity and stretching after sitting for long periods may safeguard our health by reducing the risk of injury. This warm-up is designed to get our bodies ready to move and help alleviate stress. This 8 minute series of gentle movements and postures is based on the basics of Tai Chi and Yoga. A seated routine, the Workday Warm UP is intended for all fitness levels and can be done almost anywhere.