HRLink
A publication of SHRMJC
January, 2016
The FLSA: Challenges and Developments
Presented by Jim Holland
In This Issue
January Chapter Meeting……………………………….…...1
President’s Message…………………………………………...2
February Chapter Meeting…………………………..……….3
2016 Chapter Meeting Dates………………………………..3
Generational Shift Roundtable…………………….……….4
January Meeting Sponsor: Ameriprise………….……….5
December 10 Chapter Meeting: Photo Gallery….…….6
December Sponsor: Aureus Group………………………..6
KS SHRM Conference…………………………………………..7
Annual Business Partner: Morgan Hunter………………8
So You Think You’re Ready Program…………………….9
Annual Business Partners…………………………………….9
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Wage and hour litigation has been on the rise for years resulting in millions of
dollars in penalties and settlements for companies. The Department of Labor
(DOL) has hired hundreds of new employees to pursue
government investigations and the surge in litigation (most
of which is class/collective actions) has not shown any sign
of slowing down. The DOL has also announced a change to
the "white collar" exemptions that could result in tens of
thousands of employees losing their exempt status. Come
learn about the challenges employers are facing on the
wage and hour front and steps you should take to protect
your company.
You will learn about the . . .
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Latest developments in wage and hour litigation.
New DOL regulations regarding payment to "white collar" employees.
Steps you should take to protect your company.
Jim Holland is the managing partner of the Kansas City office for law firm
Fisher & Phillips. Much of his time is spent counseling employers on how to
avoid workplace issues before they become lawsuits. Jim works as a partner
with his clients and focuses his advice on helping them navigate employment
issues with as little disruption to their operations as possible. When lawsuits
cannot be avoided, however, Jim has litigated cases in federal and state courts
across the country. Jim works with his clients to obtain practical, business solutions to their employment problems and lawsuits.
Paola Chapter Meeting
Overland Park Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, January 13, 2016
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM
Thursday, January 21, 2016
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
11:15 AM: Registration
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM: Lunch & Announcements
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM: Program
11:00 AM: Registration
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM: Lunch & Announcements
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Program
Paola Location TBD
Ritz Charles Conference Facility
Paola, Kansas
9000 W. 137th Street
Overland Park, KS 66221
President’s Message
SHRMJC
11184 Antioch, Box 273
Overland Park, KS 66210
www.shrmjc.org
President
Tami Seaman, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
President-Elect
Barb Henry, SPHR
Past President
Matt Smith, PHR, SHRM-CP
Director, Finance
Tracie Akers, PHR, SHRM-CP
Director, Communication
Kayla Holloway, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Director, Marketing & PR
Janice Pinson
Director, Membership
Tina Pool, PHR, SHRM-CP
Director, Programs
Kirk Young, SPHR
Director, Awards and Recognition
Director, Certification
Natalie Janke, PHR, SHMR-CP
Director, Diversity
Chris Li-Owens, PHR, SHRM-CP
Director, Government & Legal Affairs
David Kight
Director, Student Relations
Marilyn Christopher, PHR, SHRM-CP
Director, Workforce Readiness
Cherie Ziegler, CEBS, PHR, SHRM-CP
Director, Social Media
Ashley Camber, MSOD,PHR, SHRM-CP
Chapter Management Professional
Lisa Miller
HRLink is a monthly publication.
HRLink provides information, resources
and networking opportunities to the
membership of SHRMJC and the
community.
Material is offered for informational
purposes only, not to provide legal advice.
Always consult an attorney before acting
in a legal situation.
Comments or submissions can be made to
the Chapter Management Professional at
[email protected]
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by Tami Seaman
Dear SHRMJC Members,
Let’s begin 2016 by thanking the 2015 SHRMJC Board of
Directors and the President, Matt Smith, for all of their efforts and accomplishments in 2015!
As we began preparing for 2016 and the challenges ahead, approximately 850
SHRM Leaders came together at the National Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C, in November. Hank Jackson, SHRM President and CEO, shared
some interesting statistics in his opening comments. It went something like
this, as a SHRM member you are one of 285,000 Human Resources Professionals, you work for one of the 100,000 organizations with a SHRM member
on staff, and you live in one of the 55 countries represented by the membership. In addition, 70,000 professionals have completed the new Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) and Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certifications.
In the midst of Hank’s speech I realized, 2016 will be my 30th year in the People Business, HR, and working as a human resources professional. I am fortunate to share this year with my colleagues and friends at SHRMJC. Since that
day, I have been thinking about why I have been a part of the People Business, HR, and why I continue to be a SHRMJC volunteer. It is clear to me;
the people and the SHRMJC members are what it is all about. The SHRMJC
members are extraordinary people. Members come from every imaginable
industry. We come together for camaraderie and continuous learning opportunities to ensure we are the best we can be. This empowers members to
lead the People Business, HR, at their respective employers day after day and
year after year.
This year, I am inviting everyone who attends one of our monthly meetings
and our social events to meet and build relationships with the people of
SHRMJC. Break out of your comfort zone and challenge yourself to meet at
least three new people at every event. Maybe, even sit in a different part of
the room every time you attend an event. Just think by December 2016, you
will have added at least twenty-seven more fabulous people to your network.
Overachievers, you can add 30!
Thank you for your on-going support of SHRMJC!
Tami H. Seaman, SHRM-SCP, SPHR
2016 SHRMJC President
January, 2016
February 18 Chapter Meeting
Overland Park Chapter Meeting
Thursday, February 18, 2016
Luncheon Meeting 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Breakout Session 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Workplace Violence: What’s at Stake?
This presentation provides a summary of the types of workplace violence that may occur and how organizations can recognize, prepare, and train employees and managers.
 What is Workplace Violence?
 Proactive Approach: What Can I Do?
 De-escalating Violence - responses to behaviors
 Worst-case Scenario - case studies
Hostile Intruder Training: How to Protect Your Employees and Organization
This breakout session, Hostile Intruder Training, will provide HR Professionals and Leaders in an organization good, sound,
security awareness training on how to train associates to respond if their facility experiences a hostile intruder. Knowledge
gained from this session will assist HR Professionals in writing and implementing an Emergency Preparedness policy and plan
for their organization.
 What is a Hostile Intruder and why does it matter?
 Do you know what potential insider and outsider threats your company is exposed to?
 Can you recognize Suspicious Behaviors and Suspicious Physical Activity?
 Recognizing Workplace Violence Behaviors
 Prevention and Training on what to do in a Hostile Intruder Situation
 Does your organization have an Emergency Preparedness Policy or Plan? You have one for weather and fire, how
about this?
2016 Chapter Meeting Schedule
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Date
Event
Meeting Topic
1/13/2016
1/21/2016
2/18/2016
March
4/21/2016
5/11/2016
5/19/2016
June
7/21/2016
8/18/2016
September
Paola Luncheon
Overland Park Luncheon
Overland Park Luncheon
No Meeting
Overland Park Breakfast
Paola Luncheon
Overland Park Breakfast
No Meeting
Overland Park Breakfast
Overland Park Breakfast
No Meeting
FLSA Update
FLSA Update
Workplace Violence
10/20/2016
11/9/2016
11/17/2016
12/15/2016
Overland Park Luncheon
Paola Luncheon
Overland Park Luncheon
Overland Park Luncheon
Benefits/Healthcare
Legal Updates
Legal Updates
HR Strategies
Compensation Strategies
Accounting Skills for HR Professionals
Diversity
Diversity
Employee Relations
Programs - If you are interested in presenting at one of
these events or can recommend a speaker, contact:
Sponsors - If your organization is interested in sponsoring one of these events, contact:
Kirk Young, Director of Programs
[email protected]
Janice Pinson, Director of PR & Marketing
[email protected]
January, 2016
Roundtable: Preparing for a Generational Shift
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January, 2016
January Meeting Sponsor: Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.
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January, 2016
December 10 Chapter Meeting: Photo Gallery
SHRMJC President Matt Smith
with Greg Gilbert, our speaker.
Greg Gilbert is known as the “HR Guy with a Guitar.” He stated that “I am where I am today because
of the choices I have made in my life up until today” in his Leading Like You Own It presentation.
Rhianna Goble was our presenter from our meeting
sponsor, Aureus Group. She and Jimmy Smith
For more, view: GregLGilawarded Karen Martley with their door prize, a
bert.com/shrmjc
beautiful wine basket.
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January, 2016
Kansas SHRM 2016 Conference
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January, 2016
Annual Business Partner: Morgan Hunter
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January, 2016
Workforce Readiness Committee Update: So You Think You’re Ready?
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR ANNUAL
BUSINESS PARTNERS
Welcome 2016, and welcome to a new opportunity to fulfill a New Year's resolution to help others! The Workforce Readiness committee has created "So
You Think You're Ready" where we are offering our seasoned HR advice to
those individuals who are in job transition---either because they are not
working and are conducting a serious job search, or are just thinking about looking to see what else could be out
there for them to jump to during this new year.
We offer resume and cover letter review and feedback, interview prep (such as how to answer those difficult
questions, what to wear, what not to do such as checking messages on your phone....) and can even be ready to
just listen to the challenges the job seeker is experiencing and be a sounding board.
Whether you would like to volunteer your time to help others, or you are one you finds yourself in need of this
assistance, please email us at [email protected] to get started.
We encourage you to give it a try!
Your Workforce Readiness committee
Thank You to our Annual Business Partners!
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January, 2016