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• May 2025 - MOST Meeting

  • When
    13 May 2025
  •  
    10:15 AM - 11:35 AM
  • Location
    City of Conroe - Conroe Tower - 300 West Davis Street, Conroe, TX - 1st Floor

  MAY LOCATION: IN-PERSON

  300 W. Davis Street, Conroe, Texas - Council Chambers, 1st Floor

  
  

  "To DEI or Not?  That is the Question"

  
  

  Program 1 - MC-SHRM Members Only Special Topic (MOST)   
                       10:15*AM-11:35AM (*Registration 10:15AM-10:25AM)

  
  

  Presented by:  Joseph G. (Chip) Galagaza, & Kelly S. Sullivan
                            - Senior Counsel, Stibbs & Co., P.C. 

  President Trump’s Executive Order on Diversity Equity and Inclusion has been challenged in the courts and a temporary injunction entered. Sooner or later, something that might pass muster will be crafted by the President’s lawyers.  However, there is a great deal of confusion about what DEI is, e.g., many conflate it with affirmative action, which it is not. 

  This session will explore what DEI is as well as the pros and cons of having DEI initiatives.

  Participant Learning Objectives:

  • Discuss President Trump’s EO on DEI, what it is, and where it is in the litigation process
  • Explore what DEI really is
  • Review why having DEI programs in place helps protect against “traditional” discrimination claims, which even the EO does not controvert

  

  Joseph G. (Chip) Galagaza, Senior Counsel is a Board Certified Labor and Employment lawyer with over 40 years representing management in virtually every aspect of the practice area - from providing advice and counsel to being an advocate before administrative agencies and in the courthouse and before appellate courts. Chip has also recently added being a mediator and arbitrator of labor and employment law disputes as a part of his practice.

  Kelly S. Sullivan, Senior Counsel has practiced over 20 years with over 15 years of her practice focusing on advising employers and representing them before administrative agencies and in the courts on labor and employment law matters. Kelly has also practiced both as outside counsel with law firms and as an in-house attorney, and her experience as a General Counsel gives her a unique and valuable perspective in assisting her employment law clients.

  To learn more about Chip Galagaza & Kelly Sullivan, visit: www.stibbsco.com

  Program 1: MC-SHRM MOST Meeting Agenda (Members Only Special Topic)
  10:15am - 10:25am Registration & Networking
  10:25am - 10:30am Announcements & Chapter Business
  10:30am - 11:30am Speaker Presentation and Q&A
  11:30am - 11:35am Wrap Up

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• May 2025 - GENERAL Meeting

  • When
    13 May 2025
  •  
    11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    City of Conroe - Conroe Tower - 300 West Davis Street, Conroe, TX - 1st Floor

  Register

  MAY LOCATION: IN-PERSON
  300 W. Davis Street, Conroe, Texas - Council Chambers, 1st Floor

  "It’s That Time of Year - Spring Cleaning Your Handbooks,
    Policies, Procedures & Forms"

  Program 2 - MC-SHRM General Meeting   
                       11:45*AM-1:00PM (*Registration 11:45AM-11:50AM)

  Presented by:  Joseph G. (Chip) Galagaza, & Kelly S. Sullivan
                            - Senior Counsel, Stibbs & Co., P.C. 

  While far from the most interesting or the most challenging part of a human resource professional’s job, taking the time to review, update, and revise as necessary a company’s handbook, employment policies and procedures, and yes, even the forms it uses, is a critical function of the position.  Judges, juries, and administrative agencies expect it - to them, there is not a reason or an excuse that is acceptable for not having these fundamentals of HR up-to-date. 
  So, no time like the Spring to get out the broom!

  Participant Learning Objectives:

  • Assess why undertaking a regular handbook, policies and procedures, and employment form review is important
  • Consider creating a checklist of what to review
  • Identify free resources to assist
  • Examine recent employment law developments that deserve attention

  

  Joseph G. (Chip) Galagaza, Senior Counsel is a Board Certified Labor and Employment lawyer with over 40 years representing management in virtually every aspect of the practice area - from providing advice and counsel to being an advocate before administrative agencies and in the courthouse and before appellate courts. Chip has also recently added being a mediator and arbitrator of labor and employment law disputes as a part of his practice.

  Kelly S. Sullivan, Senior Counsel has practiced over 20 years with over 15 years of her practice focusing on advising employers and representing them before administrative agencies and in the courts on labor and employment law matters. Kelly has also practiced both as outside counsel with law firms and as an in-house attorney, and her experience as a General Counsel gives her a unique and valuable perspective in assisting her employment law clients.

  To learn more about Chip Galagaza & Kelly Sullivan, visit: www.stibbsco.com

  

  Program 2: MC-SHRM GENERAL Meeting Agenda (Members & Guests)
  11:35am - 11:45am Registration & Networking
  11:45am - 11:55am Announcements & Chapter Business
  11:55am - 12:55pm Speaker Presentation and Q&A
  12:55pm - 1:00pm Wrap Up

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• June 2025 - MOST Meeting

  • When
    10 Jun 2025
  •  
    2:15 PM - 3:35 PM
  • Location
    June will be: Zoom Virtual Meeting

  Register

  JUNE will be via ZOOM
  Note: Look for an Emailed Zoom Link on Monday - Day Before This Meeting

  
  

  Program 1: MC-SHRM MOST Meeting (Members Only Special Topic)

  "Cultural Chaos, Managing the Impact of
    Layoffs on Workplace Stability"

     Presented By: Sherri L. Osterlund, PHR, SHRM-CP
                               - President-Executive Consulting Resources

  
  

  Layoffs are today's headlines, but the untold story is the cultural fallout. As Human Capital Strategists, we need to look beyond the numbers. How do we maintain stability, engagement, and a thriving culture when faced with constant restructuring and market fluctuations?

  Participant Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize key relationships (formal and informal) to facilitate the strategic changes
  • Foster collaboration and open communication through active listening

  • Consider how Emotional Intelligence can be lever for leaders to stabilize organizational culture

  

  

  Sherri Osterlund, SHRM-CP, is a dynamic HR leader and Gallup Certified CliftonStrengths Coach with over 20 years of experience in human resources. With a keen focus on fostering civility in the workplace, Sherri leverages her experience to create engaging and inclusive work environments.

  As a sought-after speaker and coach, Sherri empowers organizations to unlock leadership potential and drive effective talent strategies. Sherri is currently pursuing a master’s degree in management and leadership at The University of Houston

  To Learn more about Sherri L. Osterlund, visit: https://sherriosterlund.com

  Program 1: MC-SHRM MOST Meeting Agenda (Members Only Special Topic)
  2:15pm - 2:25pm Registration & Networking
  2:25pm - 2:30pm Announcements & Chapter Business
  2:30pm - 3:30pm Speaker Presentation and Q&A
  3:30pm - 3:35pm Wrap Up

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• June 2025 - GENERAL Meeting

  • When
    10 Jun 2025
  •  
    3:35 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    April will be: Zoom Virtual Meeting

  Register

  JUNE will be via ZOOM
  Note: Look for an Emailed Zoom Link on Monday - Day Before This Meeting

  Thank You to Sponsor: Torchy's Tacos - Conroe Location

  
  

  Program 2: MC-SHRM GENERAL Meeting (Members & Guests)

  "How to Beat the Performance Review Blues
    - A Strengths Based Approach to Performance Management"

     Presented By: Sherri L. Osterlund, PHR, SHRM-CP
                               - President-Executive Consulting Resources

  
  Dreading performance review season? You're not alone! This presentation flips the script on traditional, deficit-based performance management. Learn how to leverage a strengths-based approach to unlock employee potential, boost engagement, and drive real revenue. Discover how focusing on what your employees do well can transform your performance management process from a dreaded chore to a powerful tool for growth.

  Participant Learning Objectives:

  • Identify and apply a strengths-based approach to performance management, shifting from a deficit-based to a development-focused method

  • Utilize the CliftonStrengths assessment and framework to understand individual talents and create development plans that leverage those strengths

  • Design and implement strategies to increase employee engagement through strengths-based performance conversations and continuous feedback

  

  

  Sherri Osterlund, SHRM-CP, is a dynamic HR leader and Gallup Certified CliftonStrengths Coach with over 20 years of experience in human resources. With a keen focus on fostering civility in the workplace, Sherri leverages her experience to create engaging and inclusive work environments.

  As a sought-after speaker and coach, Sherri empowers organizations to unlock leadership potential and drive effective talent strategies. Sherri is currently pursuing a master’s degree in management and leadership at The University of Houston

  To Learn more about Sherri L. Osterlund, visit: https://sherriosterlund.com

  

  Program 2: MC-SHRM GENERAL Meeting Agenda (Members & Guests)
  3:35pm - 3:45pm Registration & Networking
  3:45pm - 3:55pm Announcements & Chapter Business
  3:55pm - 4:55pm Speaker Presentation and Q&A
  4:55pm - 5:00pm Wrap Up
  

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