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  • Hot Topics in Employment Law Webinar: They Did What? An Interactive Guide to Conducting Internal Investigations

    • 02/25/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual by Zoom
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    Workplace issues don’t always come with a clear roadmap—and when something goes wrong, how you respond matters. Employers and HR professionals are often tasked with conducting internal investigations that are timely, fair, and defensible.

    In this interactive webinar, Kate Gallen, Ross Weimer and Caitlyn Stollings of Polsinelli will walk through real-world examples and best practices for planning and conducting effective internal investigations. You’ll learn how to tailor your approach based on the situation, avoid common missteps, and prepare your organization in the event an investigation leads to litigation.

    This session is ideal for HR professionals, people leaders, and anyone involved in managing workplace complaints or compliance matters.

    Sponsored and presented by Polsinelli PC, this series is your trusted resources for staying ahead in the ever-evolving work of workplace regulations an compliance. 

     

    This webinar is FREE for SHRM-KC members, $50 for non-members/guests.

    *Zoom link will be provided in confirmation email. 

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  • Curious Communication: Embracing Conflict with a New Mindset

    • 03/10/2026
    • 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Grand Street Café, 4740 Grand Ave., Kansas City, MO 64112
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    What if conflict didn’t have to feel so uncomfortable? In this empowering and practical keynote, Haley Grayless, MSOD, founder of Växa Collective, invites leaders to reframe conflict as a powerful tool for connection, clarity, and change. Through the lens of Curious Communication, attendees will learn how to lean into tough conversations with confidence, emotional intelligence, and curiosity; transforming moments of tension into opportunities for trust and team growth.

    Whether you're leading a team, collaborating with peers, or navigating challenging personalities of external relationships, this keynote will give you the tools to communicate boldly without burning bridges.

    About the Speaker:

     Haley Grayless, MSOD is a sought-after keynote speaker who inspires leaders to grow with courage and create team cultures where people actually want to work. Known for her dynamic and relatable style, Haley brings high energy, enthusiasm, and real-world insights to every stage. Her keynotes are grounded in her 15+ years of experience in leadership development, organizational culture, and emotional intelligence. With a master’s in Organizational Leadership and a track record of helping companies boost engagement and performance, Haley delivers memorable, actionable messages that ignite change and elevate leadership. Whether addressing company leaders, ambitious women, or aspirational young people, she equips audiences with the tools to lead boldly and build better workplaces.

    Agenda:

    • 11:15 - 11:30 am - Registration & Networking
    • 11:30 am - Noon - Buffet Lunch
    • Noon - 1:00 pm - Program

    This session has been pre-approved for 1.0 hour of SHRM recertification credit. This program has also been pre-approved for 1.0 hours of general credit toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through the HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).


    Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received within five business days of the event will be refunded. Late cancellations will not be refunded after food/beverage guarantees have been placed.

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  • The Human Advantage: Designing Talent Experiences that Actually Matter

    • 04/14/2026
    • 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Grand Street Café, 4740 Grand Ave., Kansas City, MO 64112
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    In a world where every organization has access to the same HR technology, the competitive advantage isn't in your systems; it's in the moments where you choose to be human. This session introduces the Radically Human Framework: a proven approach to designing intentional, high-impact moments across the entire talent lifecycle, from candidate to employee to alumni, that shape perception, drive decisions, and create lasting competitive advantage. 

    Speakers:
    Molly Weaver, MBA, HCS
    Anna Hennes, MBA
    Jessica Palm

    Agenda:

    • 11:15 - 11:30 am - Registration & Networking
    • 11:30 am - Noon - Buffet Lunch
    • Noon - 1:00 pm - Program

    This session has been pre-approved for 1.0 hour of SHRM recertification credit. This program has also been pre-approved for 1.0 hours of general credit toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through the HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).


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    Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received within five business days of the event will be refunded. Late cancellations will not be refunded after food/beverage guarantees have been placed.


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  • Hot Topics in Employment Law Webinar

    • 04/21/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual by Zoom
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    Sponsored and presented by Polsinelli PC, these bi-monthly webinars provide timely insights to help employers and HR professionals stay ahead of evolving workplace regulations and compliance requirements.

    This webinar is FREE for SHRM-KC members, $50 for non-members/guests.

    *Zoom link will be provided in confirmation email. 

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  • The Capacity Gap: Why Today’s Workforce Struggles With Normal Stress And What HR Can Do About It

    • 05/12/2026
    • 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Grand Street Café, 4740 Grand Ave., Kansas City, MO 64112
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    Human Resource professionals today are being asked to manage emotional capacity more than ever before. Underexposure to stress in the incoming workforce is contributing to lower stress tolerance, which in turn increases what HR is expected to absorb and address.

    This session begins by examining the characteristics of individuals who rarely develop stress-related impairment and often excel under pressure, and how those traits can be deliberately cultivated across a workforce. This talk introduces a performance-focused, non-clinical approach to building stress capacity before it becomes an HR issue.

    Participants Will Learn:

    • Why underexposure to difficulty and challenge creates fragility over time
    • The trainable traits that protect individuals from breakdown under stress
    • How over-accommodation unintentionally lowers standards and erodes long-term confidence
    • How to reintroduce expectations without damaging morale
    • How to create a work culture where rising to the challenge and managing stress well is expected and supported

    Participants will leave with a clearer lens for distinguishing between legitimate support needs and capacity-development opportunities, along with practical tools for building a workforce that meets modern pressures with competence rather than avoidance. The workforce isn’t doomed. But there is a capacity gap. But that gap is trainable, and HR is uniquely positioned to lead that shift.

    About Our Speaker: 

    Dr. Jennifer Prohaska is a Police Psychologist who works alongside high-risk tactical teams at both the state and federal level and consults with public safety agencies across multiple states. She specializes in critical incident response and pre-incident performance optimization. In her consulting role, she draws from Sports Psychology and Organizational Psychology to build and sustain high-performance teams operating in high-stakes environments. Her work focuses on how stress changes thinking, behavior, and leadership and how to prepare individuals for optimal performance before those moments occur. In addition to her work in law enforcement, Dr. Prohaska advises large-scale industrial emergency management teams on business continuity leadership, helping organizations coordinate effectively and think clearly during high-consequence events. She is the founder of Tactical Longevity, a pre-incident anti-fragility training program designed to prepare professionals to withstand the stress of demanding roles and maintain performance over time.

    Agenda:

    • 11:15 - 11:30 am - Registration & Networking
    • 11:30 am - Noon - Buffet Lunch
    • Noon - 1:00 pm - Program

    This session has been pre-approved for 1.0 hour of SHRM recertification credit. This program has also been pre-approved for 1.0 hours of general credit toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through the HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).


    A special THANK YOU to our sponsor: 




    Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received within five business days of the event will be refunded. Late cancellations will not be refunded after food/beverage guarantees have been placed.


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  • Hot Topics in Employment Law Webinar

    • 06/17/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual by Zoom
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    Sponsored and presented by Polsinelli PC, these bi-monthly webinars provide timely insights to help employers and HR professionals stay ahead of evolving workplace regulations and compliance requirements.

    This webinar is FREE for SHRM-KC members, $50 for non-members/guests.

    *Zoom link will be provided in confirmation email. 

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  • Hot Topics in Employment Law Webinar

    • 08/19/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual by Zoom
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    Sponsored and presented by Polsinelli PC, these bi-monthly webinars provide timely insights to help employers and HR professionals stay ahead of evolving workplace regulations and compliance requirements.

    This webinar is FREE for SHRM-KC members, $50 for non-members/guests.

    *Zoom link will be provided in confirmation email. 

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  • Making Sense of the Employment Law Landscape

    • 09/08/2026
    • 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Grand Street Café, 4740 Grand Ave., Kansas City, MO 64112
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    Every year presents HR teams with new challenges and opportunities, driven by changes in the law and evolving workplace trends—and 2026 is no exception. This session will unpack the latest federal and state trends affecting employers across the greater Kansas City region, including new mandates, guidelines, and laws that are impacting everything from hiring and pay practices to workplace policies and daily HR operations. We’ll also explore emerging issues that are gaining national attention, from shifting enforcement priorities to evolving expectations around the use of technology in the workplace. As the landscape continues to change, this session will provide HR professionals with a forward‑looking perspective on the developments most likely to shape the months ahead.

    Presented by Berkowitz Oliver, LLP. Berkowitz Oliver is a litigation boutique founded in 1997, comprising of approximately 30 experienced litigators, many with backgrounds in large law firms and judicial clerkships. Based in Kansas City, the firm represents clients across the Midwest and throughout the United States. As accomplished trial lawyers, the firm helps clients minimize litigation risks through counseling in areas such as workplace policies, employee discipline and discharge, reductions-in-force, severance agreements, noncompete agreements, and compliance with federal laws, including FMLA, Title VII, FLSA, and the ADA, as well as state and local employment laws. Berkowitz Oliver’s reputation for excellence in and out of the courtroom makes the firm a trusted partner in navigating today’s legal challenges.

    Agenda:

    • 11:15 - 11:30 am - Registration & Networking
    • 11:30 am - Noon - Buffet Lunch
    • Noon - 1:00 pm - Program

    This session has been submitted for 1.0 hour of SHRM recertification credit. This program has also been submitted for 1.0 hours of general credit toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through the HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®).



    Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received within five business days of the event will be refunded. Late cancellations will not be refunded after food/beverage guarantees have been placed.


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  • Hot Topics in Employment Law Webinar

    • 10/21/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual by Zoom
    Register

    Sponsored and presented by Polsinelli PC, these bi-monthly webinars provide timely insights to help employers and HR professionals stay ahead of evolving workplace regulations and compliance requirements.

    This webinar is FREE for SHRM-KC members, $50 for non-members/guests.

    *Zoom link will be provided in confirmation email. 

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  • Hot Topics in Employment Law Webinar

    • 12/09/2026
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual by Zoom
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    Sponsored and presented by Polsinelli PC, these bi-monthly webinars provide timely insights to help employers and HR professionals stay ahead of evolving workplace regulations and compliance requirements.

    This webinar is FREE for SHRM-KC members, $50 for non-members/guests.

    *Zoom link will be provided in confirmation email. 

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