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    • Friday, November 07, 2025
    • 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    • Cornell Auditorium - Missouri Southern State University 3950 Newman Road, Joplin, MO, 64801

    Connect with our Joplin Chapter at their upcoming SWMO SHRM Supervisor Summit!


    $50 Member Ticket

    $75 Non-Member/Guest

    $25 Student

    Great news - Joplin wants to extend a generous opportunity to SAHRA members to receive the member discounted price!  Just register on their website as a nonmember/guest and use the coupon code SWMOSUMMIT25 to receive the member rate of $50.00.

    Register here!

    Dr. Dean Van Galen is one of the featured speakers. His session, “Catalyzing Innovation,” will inspire leaders to spark creativity, foster new ideas, and drive meaningful change within their organizations.


    Join us for a full-day professional development event designed specifically for supervisors and leaders at every level. This summit will feature multiple dynamic speakers covering a wide range of topics essential for today’s supervisors, from leadership strategies and employee engagement to compliance and workplace culture.

    Attendees will benefit from:

    • Insightful sessions led by experienced speakers
    • Practical tools and strategies to strengthen supervisory skills
    • Opportunities to network with peers and professionals

    To keep you energized and connected throughout the day, a light breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack will be provided.

    Don’t miss this chance to sharpen your skills, gain fresh perspectives, and take your leadership to the next level!

      Schedule                                                                                   

    8:30 AM: Registration, Networking, Breakfast, & Emcee Doug Hunt! 

    9:00 AM: Dr. Krissy Lewis - Tacit Knowledge

    10:00 AM: Dr. Dean Van Galen - Catalyzing Innovation

    10:45 AM: BREAK 15 minutes 

    11:00 AM: Dr. Judy Smetana - The Difference Between Growth Versus Fixed Mindsets

    11:45 AM - 12:30 PM: Lunch

    12:30 PM: Neil Yust - How to avoid a $100,00 Hiring Mistake

    1:00 PM: Betsy Mense - Emotional Intelligence

    2:00 PM: Q&A’s and Wrap Up

    2:30 PM: Summit Ends



    • Thursday, November 20, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • TBD
    Register

    Join us for our November Monthly Meeting!


    Presentation Title: From Prompt to Policy: Practical AI Skills and Strategy for HR Leaders

    Topic: Generative AI in Human Resources, including practical applications, hands-on skills, and strategic leadership guidance for navigating organizational adoption.

    Brief Synopsis of Program: In this interactive workshop, HR professionals will gain hands-on experience with generative AI tools like ChatGPT while exploring their role in leading responsible AI adoption within their organizations. Participants will learn how to craft effective prompts, experiment with AI tools to support day-today HR tasks, and explore how to build a roadmap for AI readiness. We'll also discuss key risks, policy considerations, and how HR can be a strategic voice in shaping the future of AI use in the workplace.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Learn how to craft effective prompts to use generative AI tools like ChatGPT for common HR tasks.
    • Understand how advanced features such as Custom GPTs and Projects can support HR workflows.
    • Consider the potential use cases and limitations of generative AI in HR functions.
    • Explore how HR professionals can lead responsible AI adoption within their organization.
    • Gain insight into AI-related risks, ethical concerns, and policy components HR should address.

    Meet our Speaker:


    Paige Oxendine, Director of Consulting Services

    Habitat Communication & Culture, a division of Mostly Serious

    Paige Oxendine serves as Director of Consulting Services for Habitat Communication & Culture, the Consulting Division within Mostly Serious. At Habitat, Paige regularly helps organizations train managers on essential tools and skills, develop strategic plans, and conduct customized research. Paige is an admitted AI skeptic turned believer, and also enjoys helping teams unlock new opportunities through the use of technology.


    • Thursday, December 04, 2025
    • Camden on the Lake; Lake Ozark, MO


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