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2012 SBRG Education Series

SBRG Education Series

Hiring Right

Master the Process

Generously Underwritten by GCG Financial

Thursday, May 17th, 2012: 8:30AM - 11:30AM


Own or manage a business with less than 250 employees?

Are You Interested In...

Understanding why pre-employment screening can save $'s...
Finding out if your classification of workers as independent contractors can cause you legal problems...
Understanding what legal elements need to be met to classify someone as "exempt" and issues pertaining to overtime pay...


Hiring Right is for you!

This series is designed specifically for small business owners and operators!

This educational program is designed exclusively by the SBRG to help you grow your business in these tough times!

Plus,

  • Breakfast included!
Register today - you won't be disappointed!
Registration for this can't-miss event is only $80, although select Chamber of Commerce members receive a 50% discount. Check the Chambers below.

Master the Art of Hiring Right

You do want your business to be the success it can be, right?

Learn tips and exercises that will help you achieve that goal!


Why You Need to Be At This SBRG Education Series Event:

The SBRG Education Series is a series of meetings to address the specific main concerns and needs of businesses employing fewer than 250 employees. Most programs are focused on larger businesses with larger resources. The Small Business Resource Group, in conjunction with the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce and the Illinois Chamber of Commerce and GCG Financial are committed to meeting the needs of all businesses, and recognizing that information, education, and training are important to the viability and long-term success of smaller businesses. The Education Series was designed to meet the needs of the smaller businesses in our community.

Full Program Details:

8:30—Welcome Breakfast and Networking

9:00–9:35—1st Educator

Smart Hiring - The Value of Pre-Employment Screening

Mr. Jon White
Strategic Accounts Manager, Aurico

Jon will discuss the importance of pre-employment screening to select the best player for the team and the dangers to your company if you don't.

9:35–10:10—2nd Educator

She's an Independent Contractor... Or is She?

Ms. Sheryl Jaffee Halpern,
Much Shelist, P.C.

Sheryl will discuss the legal aspects of worker classification and the potential problems it can cause for small businesses.

10:10–10:20—Break

10:20–11:00—Employer Feud: Interactive Family Feud hosted by Sheryl Jaffee Halpern



Today's Game: Employee Classification Pitfalls (Or "Exempt or Non-Exempt - That is the Question")

11:00–11:30—Q & A with Sheryl Jaffee Halpern and Jon White



Your chance to ask your tough HR questions for a lawyer and a hiring expert.



Thursday, May 17, 2012 - 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM

GCG Financial - Event Room
3000 Lakeside Dr.
First Floor
Bannockburn, IL 60015 map


Registration for this can't-miss event is $80 with a 50% discount for:

U.S. Chamber of Commerce members
Illinois Chamber of Commerce members
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce members
DBR Chamber of Commerce members

In conjunction with the leadership of the ...

 

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Illinois Chamber of Commerce
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce DBR Chamber of Commerce
 
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