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Invitation from Tulsa Chapter President:
Travis Jones
TEEOCA has a new website completed, with the ability to register online for our monthly program lunches. I have been blown away with the caliber of our programs so far this year. Nicole Longwell did an outstanding program on social media, Kristen Brighmire reminded us that it is never too late to learn about ADA and that we are all probably somewhat disabled – look forward to more employee friendly judgments coming down the pike. Kathy Neal will help us understand the importance of protecting our companies from departing employees. In December we will have training on the issue of liability for company party activities. Christopher Thrutchley will kick off the new year with updates on FMLA and other legislation that affects the workplace. As promised our goal this year is “TEEOCA the Centerpiece for Employment Law”. We will be having a mock trial in the spring of 2010 and packed programs throughout the year. The website will have archives of past presentations for your use.
Another great feature is HRCI Certification credits for our program. Not only will there be current up to date information on employment law issues, but you will have the opportunity to ask questions, participate in the discussions, learn from the experts and keep up your certification programs.
VERY IMPORTANT: If you make a reservation, please let us know two days in advance if you cannot make the event. We are paying for the reservations that we turn in and we had 7 more than showed at the last meeting we had to pay for. We want to keep the organization afloat financially so that we can keep bringing quality programs and value to the members.
If you have not joined TEEOCA, please consider joining and becoming active. www.teeoca.org See new info each month along with links to sites for employment law issues. If you have a good site that you think the members would find value in knowing about, would you let me know and we will get it posted on the link section
Look forward to seeing another good crowd this month. The food was great!
Sincerely,
Travis Jones
President of TEEOCA 2009-2010
Travis can be reached at: travis@cdpartnersinc.com
Time: 11:30am-1pm
Address:
Baxter’s Interurban, 7th & Houston
$20 (for members) – $25 (non-members)
*If you need to change your RSVP, you must do so before Monday, Nov. 2nd by noon or you will be billed for the luncheon.
November 4th Guest Speaker:
Kathy Neal
McAfee & Taft
Kathy Neal’s practice focuses on the representation of employers with respect to all aspects of their relationships with employees. She has broad experience in both state and federal courts, before administrative and regulatory agencies, and in arbitration and mediation. Kathy’s litigation expertise includes defense of claims of discrimination, wrongful and retaliatory discharge, breach of contract, enforcement of non-competition and confidentiality agreements, and wage and hour disputes. Kathy also counsels employers and provides management training on best practices to avoid employment disputes.
Kathy can be reached at: kathy.neal@mcafeetaft.com
Kathy Neal’s Topic:
“Going Separate Ways”
The average person will hold 5 – 15 jobs in a lifetime. Changes are inevitable! This presentation will give you tips for protecting confidential information and customer lists before the change occurs. The presentation will discuss also your rights when the departing employee competes with you or uses your resources to set up a new business.
December 2nd Guest Speaker:
Monica Maple
Sneed, Lang, Herrold, PC
Ms. Maple has significant experience in labor and employment law in which she advises clients on employee issues and policies, as well as defends management in employment discrimination lawsuits and administrative hearings. In addition to labor and employment law, Ms. Maple also focuses her practice on complex civil and appellate litigation, business tort, commercial litigation, insurance defense litigation and real estate.
Monica can be reached at: mmaple@sneedlangherrold.com
Monica Maple’s Topic:
“Avoid Having Your Holiday Party Result in a Claim of Sexual Harassment”
January 6th Guest Speaker:
Christopher S. Thrutchley, PHR
Newton, O’Connor, Turner and Ketchum
Chris represents management in labor and employment litigation before all courts and agencies. He also concentrates his practice in providing preventive employment law counsel, employment practices training for managers and employees, and compliance audits of employment policies, procedures, and practices. Chris enjoys a rich family heritage of labor, employment, and human resources experience which adds value to the practical, insightful counsel he offers. Chris inherited his passion for employment law from his father, a nationally recognized HR/Labor Relations leader. Chris is an active member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and served as the V.P. of Legislative Affairs for the Tulsa Area Human Resources Association (TAHRA) from 2002 to 2004. Chris also has served as the V.P. of Programs for the Tulsa Equal Employment Opportunity Coordinators’ Association (TEEOCA) from 2002 to the present. Chris serves as the Secretary-Treasurer of the Oklahoma Bar Association Labor & Employment Law Section for 2005. Chris is a frequent author and speaker on employment law and human resources issues. Chris can be reached at: cthrutchley@newtonoconnor.com .
Christopher Thrutchley’s Topic:
“FMLA and Absence Management Strategies”