KMA takes every opportunity to share the breadth of our knowledge and expertise with the community through speaking engagements, breakfast briefings, learning programs, and networking and community events.
Did you know KMA can provide topnotch speakers, panelists and trainers for your next event? Contact us to book one of our HR experts today at info@kmahr.com.
Upcoming Webinars:
Lunch + Legal Conversations with Preti Flaherty.
Part 1: The Crisis of the She-cession and How Employers Can Address it
Laura Rideout of Preti Flaherty will join Rhoda McVeigh of KMA on Tuesday, February 2nd, from 12:00-1:00
The COVID-19 pandemic has uniquely, and negatively, impacted women in the workforce. Female dominated industries have been particularly hard hit and the support system that working women rely on has collapsed. In this conversation we will discuss the workforce crisis dubbed the she-cession, and explore ways employers can address it head on in 2021 and beyond.
Get more information and register here.
Part 2: The Future of Work: Assessing the Long-Term Impacts of COVID-19 in the Workplace
Michael Messerschmidt of Preti Flaherty will join Rhoda McVeigh of KMA on Tuesday, March 2nd, from 12:00-1:00
In this conversation we will explore the benchmarks and policies needed to help employees safely return to the workplace.
We will consider the merits of workplace vaccination policies, how organizations will navigate who can continue to work remotely vs. who must return to the office, and address compliance concerns relating to CDC, OSHA, and state guidelines.
Get more information and register here.
Webinar and Podcast Recordings:
Navigating COVID-related Requests for Accommodation, Leaves of Absence and FFCRA Pay Employment law attorney Jennifer Shea Moeckel joined Rhoda McVeigh for an in-depth conversation on some common pandemic-related ADA issues employers need to be prepared for. View recording here.
Inside Divorce Podcast. In this episode of Inside Divorce, Hindell speaks with Rhoda McVeigh, Regional Director for KMA Human Resources Consulting. Rhoda speaks about how HR can connect employees going through divorce with resources such as EAPs (Employee Assistance Programs) and affinity groups. Of course, human resources will also eventually need to get involved with logistics such as changes in health insurance and taxes. Hindell and Rhoda also touch on the topic of how Covid-19 has affected employees working from home. Listen here.
Small Business Virtual Summit, KMA presented on HR + Talent Planning as Your Workplace Reopens. Successful companies will be those that anticipate and plan for the people-side of their business and their employees’ updated expectations. This program focused on preparing businesses for reopening the workplace amid COVID-19. View recording here.
Mainebiz Webcast Reopening Part 2: Adjusting to the New Normal. Joining Katy Rand, Nancy Marshall and Catherine Lamson, we tackled the challenges organizations face as they bring employees, clients and customers back into the workplace. You can access the recording here.
It’s Summer – Now What? How Employers Can Support Working Parents, brought to you by Soutiens and KMA. View recording here.
How to Work From Home Like a Pro, brought to you by RoundTable Technology and KMA. View recording here.
How to Use LinkedIn to Stand Out Online, with Rich Brooks of flyte new media. View recording here.
State-Mandated Harassment Prevention Training
This course is intended to help employers and employees prevent and stop the damaging effects of all types of harassing behaviors. Participants will learn about legal requirements and what to do when harassment occurs. Special training for supervisors is also provided. This program meets Maine compliance requirements for sexual harassment training.
Employee Training Modules
- State-Mandated Harassment Prevention Training
- Creating a Positive Work Environment
- Developing Your Mission and Core Values
- Customer Service Essentials
- Performance Communication and Documentation
- Engaging in Difficult Conversations
- Effective Interviewing Skills
- Ergonomics-VDT
- Leader-Manager Skills 101
- The Employment Lifecycle – Compliance and Best Practices
- Managing Conflict
- Performance Management and Employee Relations
- Recruiting the Right Talent
- Understanding Social Styles