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September 2010
September 8 Fairfield County Economic Summit & Outlook Stamford, CT

After a long and painful recession, economic recovery is finally under way. But just how well is Connecticut’s recovery progressing? How does hard-hit Fairfield County’s recovery compare to the rest of the state’s? When will businesses there begin to prosper once again? The answers to these questions will determine where your company should look for business, investments, or mergers and acquisitions. Mark your calendar and register now to save your place at this important economic update. More Details
September 10 Connecticut Economy Rocky Hill, CT

After a long and painful recession, economic recovery is finally under way. But just how well is Connecticut’s recovery progressing? How long until the state's economy stabilizes? When will businesses begin to prosper once again? The answers to these questions will determine where your company should look for business, investments, or mergers and acquisitions. Mark your calendar and register now to save your place at this important economic update. More Details
September 15 Integrating Social Media into Your Business Strategy Cromwell, CT

Are you using social media to actively support your business but aren’t sure how to take it to the next level? Is management looking to get more return out of your company’s investment in social media? Or perhaps your initial foray into this new territory didn’t go as planned, leaving you scarred and scared. If any of these situations seem familiar, you can’t miss this workshop. More Details
September 15 Real-World Impact of Competency Modeling Web, Seminar

This presentation will help HR professionals learn how to identify skills for critical roles and turn this information into a suite of tools (e.g., job descriptions, hiring instruments, learning resources, career pathing opportunities) to attract, develop, and retain key talent.
September 23 CBIA's Young Professionals Conference Hartford, CT

As a hardworking professional in the early stages of your career, where can you find answers to your unique questions or career advice that will help you get ahead? At CBIA’s Young Professionals Conference, a new program designed just for young professionals like you. Sign up now to guarantee your spot at this fall’s most anticipated new program. More Details
September 28 2010-2011 HR Council Series Hartford, CT

Join CBIA’s Human Resources Council for the opportunity to network with your peers and get insight and updates from the experts—all in a comfortable, small-group setting. The HR Council’s brief presentations give you the information you need and let you get back to your office before the morning is over. Our sessions will touch on some of the most serious issues confronting HR professionals today. Come learn new ways you can approach everyday challenges, so you can continue to offer the critical guidance that keeps your companies competitive and strong. More Details
September 28 HR Council: From cologne to coffee breath: How to communicate when faced with difficult HR issues Hartford, CT

As a human resources professional, your ability to handle difficult situations is very much dependent on how skillfully you communicate with employees. Whether you’re faced with addressing offensive behavior, the “you’re not getting an increase this year” talk, or a case of poor personal hygiene, ineffective communication can only exacerbate a sticky situation. In this session, you’ll learn the subtle but explicit techniques good communicators use under trying circumstances. Learn how to deal with these problems head-on in a manner that protects both the dignity of your employees and the reputation of your company. More Details
September 29 Sexual Harassment Prevention Training North Haven, Connecticut

It’s state law — if you employ 50 or more people, your company must provide training for managers and supervisors so that they can understand, recognize, prevent and address sexual harassment. You are required to provide this training within six months of the employee taking on supervisory responsibilities. More Details
October 2010
October 4 What's the Deal? Cromwell, CT

How will changing energy policies, technologies, and workforce demands impact Connecticut companies? Join us for a full-day conference and hear from state and national industry leaders and policy experts about what's ahead and what it means for your business—and your bottom line. More Details
October 7 Time Strategies Hartford, CT

Join us for this in-depth, interactive program and learn how to put the brakes on an out-of-control workday and achieve a healthy work/life balance. More Details
October 8 CBIA's Annual Wage & Hour Workshop Waterbury, CT

Many businesses now in survival mode have by necessity “done more with less” since the recession began. As a result, employees have had to take on new responsibilities and work new schedules. This year’s Wage and Hour Update will focus on an area potentially impacted by this turbulence—proper employee classification. More Details
October 13 Meet The Author: Alice Adams Hartford, CT

Working women and men are far more alike than often realized, and managers who understand that can develop lasting, productive gender equity at work. Come hear Alice Adams discuss this concept and her book Playing to Strength: Leveraging Gender at Work, a forward-thinking guide for managers and organizations who want to achieve the type of gender-balanced environment that brings out the best in both men and women. More Details
October 14 CBIA's 2010-11 Safety & Health Roundtable Series Meriden, CT

CBIA is pleased to present the new lineup for the 2010-2011 Safety & Health Roundtable, an informative, fast-paced series designed to give you up-to-the-minute information on workplace safety management issues and regulations. It’s also a great opportunity for you to network with other safety and health professionals. More Details
October 14 CBIA's Safety & Health Roundtable: Hexavalent Chromium Update Meriden, CT

Recent changes to OSHA’s Hexavalent Chromium standard increase employers’ obligation to notify workers of all hex chrome exposure, regardless of permissible exposure limits. We’ll review information about hex chrome compounds critical to protecting worker safety and staying in compliance. More Details
October 20 Raising the Stakes in High-Stakes Testing Web, Seminar

This presentation will help HR professionals learn how to build assessment programs for critical positions when faced with large numbers of applicants, specific skill requirements, or stringent regulatory constraints for hiring.
October 26 CBIA's 195th Annual Meeting & Reception Hartford, CT

Hundreds of top business leaders will again attend Connecticut’s most significant business-networking event of the year. CBIA’s 195th Annual Meeting & Reception will be a spectacular combination of good food, great company and timely information. Make sure you and your company are there at this annual crossroads of ideas, information and innovators, where you will: ¦ Review the accomplishments of the state’s largest business association in 2010 and get a preview of what’s ahead in ’11. ¦ Hear the latest on what is happening with the state and national economies ¦ Network with the people whose talent, vision and ingenuity are the reasons for Connecticut’s economic vitality. More Details
October 27 OSHA's 10 Hour General Industry Outreach Hartford, CT

OSHA laws and guidelines can be confusing. This 10-hour outreach training program is a voluntary course designed to educate employees with safety responsibilities and varied experience in the field. The course will help you understand the laws and be better prepared for inspections. You can’t afford to miss this general industry training. More Details
November 2010
November 5 CBIA's Midyear HR Update Middletown, CT

The latest, most timely information about labor and employment law for HR professionals. More Details
November 12 Powered Industrial Truck Train-the-Trainer Hamden, CT

Forklift accidents can cause serious injuries, property damage, and disruptions to your business. Attending this program will enable your company’s designated in-house trainer to teach and evaluate your forklift operators and educate nonoperators about working safely around powered industrial trucks. More Details
November 16 HR Council: Employee engagement Hartford, CT

Keeping employees motivated and engaged is a common challenge most employers have faced at one time or another. In the end, those companies that work hard to maintain high levels of employee satisfaction and morale are better positioned for success. This seminar will explore the tools and techniques companies use to create a positive work environment. More Details
December 2010
December 1 OSHA's 10 Hour General Industry Outreach Hartford, CT

OSHA laws and guidelines can be confusing. This 10-hour outreach training program is a voluntary course designed to educate employees with safety responsibilities and varied experience in the field. The course will help you understand the laws and be better prepared for inspections. You can’t afford to miss this general industry training. More Details
December 2 Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Manchester, CT

It’s state law — if you employ 50 or more people, your company must provide training for managers and supervisors so that they can understand, recognize, prevent and address sexual harassment. You are required to provide this training within six months of the employee taking on supervisory responsibilities. More Details
December 9 CBIA's Safety & Health Roundtable: Managing Outside Contractors Meriden, CT

During the recession, many businesses have reduced staff and expanded the scope of work performed periodically or infrequently by outside contractors. Yet responsibility for safety associated with onsite contractors can’t be contracted away. An effective contractor compliance management program is essential to protect your employees, your facilities, and visiting contractors from hazards associated with your business operations and the work the contractor is doing on your premises. More Details
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