Letter From The 2021 President |
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Dear LSHRM Members,
2021 is finally here! And with it LSHRM has good things in store for you, our awesome members.
But before we look ahead, I want to express sincere gratitude to Rawleigh Richardson, Sr. and the 2020 Board for a remarkable job of continuing our mission through a uniquely difficult year. As a result, the foundation has been set for LSHRM to continue to deliver quality offerings to you whether virtually, in person, or both!
Our theme for this year is Education, Efficiency, and Enjoyment! We are excited to build upon the good work from last year by continuing stellar programs, collaborating with impressive partners, and connecting creatively for networking and wellness.
It is sincerely an honor to serve as your 2021 President and I look forward to the day we can meet in person. Until then, we are ready to provide ongoing, outstanding support to our members and our community.
Sincerely,
Lisa Johnson
2021 LSHRM President
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January Chapter Meeting Education. Efficiency. Enjoyment!
EVENT DETAILS
What: January Chapter Meeting - Streamline Your Work and Add More Value in 2021
When: Tuesday, January 12th, 2021 from 11:30am - 1:30pm
Where: Zoom (Virtual Meeting)
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Ms. Jekiel will discuss how to use continuous improvement methodologies to strengthen the work of HR in 2021. She will cover how these methods have helped HR teams in other organizations including how they have used them make a greater strategic impact. The session will include 3 specific tools you can apply to your work processes to increase the time you have available for more strategic contributions.
SPEAKER INFO
Cheryl M Jekiel is the Founder of the Lean Leadership Center, which is an organization that supports the expansion of human potential in the workplace. Cheryl spends a lot of her time working with HR teams to upgrade their processes and implement strategies to increase the value HR brings to their organization.
Ms. Jekiel has held Vice President of Human Resources positions for a number of companies. Prior to her recent senior leadership roles in Human Resources, Ms. Jekiel served as Chief Operating Officer and several other senior leadership roles in manufacturing industries.
As the author of “Lean Human Resources: Redesigning HR Practices for a Culture of Continuous Improvement”, Ms. Jekiel is committed to furthering the strategic role of HR. |
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LSHRM Partners with Junior Achievement for the 2021 JA Inspires Virtual Event, February 9, 2021
LSHRM will host two virtual booths displayed at the Annual Junior Achievement (JA) Inspires event on February 9th. JA Inspire Virtual is a powerful, virtual career exploration for student engagement to seek careers opportunities in various industries. LSHRM will host a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Virtual Booth, and a Workforce Readiness Virtual Booth. Students will have a chance to explore each booth, view videos of LSHRM member testimonials and engage virtually to learn about the possibilities of choosing Human Resources as a career. |
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Louisville SHRM Certification Study Group Spring 2021
Registration for the Fall 2020 LSHRM Certification Study Group is now open!
If you or a colleague are currently preparing to sit for the SHRM Exam in the near future, our Certification Team invites you to join our 6-week study sessions, where we will provide additional resources and study tips to help you prepare.
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Louisville Fight For Air Climb
Saturday, February 6
Lynn Family Stadium
Your Safety – Our Priority The safest environment for the 2021 ClimbLouisville is outside in the fresh air. We’re tackling the stairs at the Lynn Family Stadium with the following protocol:
- Spatial distancing and wearing masks
- Controlling flow and number of people on-site
- Following strict site sanitation protocols throughout the day
Why We Need You
The American Lung Association is directing a $25M initiative to end COVID-19 and defend against future pandemics while continuing our mission to fund research for lung health and support advocacy for clean air. Now, more than ever, your help is critical. |
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Legislative Update: January 2021
Possible Changes Under the Biden Administration
Along with a very welcome new year, the United States will also get a new President. As President-elect Joe Biden prepares to take office in January 2021, employers should be prepared for a number of changes in 2021 and beyond. First, many employment attorneys predict that President-elect Biden will reinstate an Obama-era workplace safety reporting rule. If implemented, the rule would require certain employers to report detailed injury and illness information to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. OSHA would then publish the information online to put pressure on individual businesses to comply with workplace safety laws.
Next, employers can expect a sustained push toward a $15.00 per hour minimum wage, though perhaps not right away. Many states, like Florida, have recently implemented gradual, yearly increases up to $15.00 per hour over the course of the next few years. The federal minimum wage may follow a similar path, with incremental increases over the next four years. The federal minimum wage was last raised in 2009.
Lastly, during his campaign, then-candidate Biden supported a legislative proposal for 12 weeks of paid leave for all workers for their own or a family member’s serious health condition – akin to a paid version of FMLA. Depending on the makeup of the Senate following the January 2021 runoff in Georgia, this may or may not be a real possibility under the Biden administration.
While we cannot predict exactly what President-elect Biden will do after taking office, employers can be sure that his proposals, whether they make it through Congress or not, will vary wildly from those of the Trump administration.
Finally, with the new stimulus legislation passed by Congress on December 21, 2020 (and awaiting President Trump’s signature), employers can expect to see their obligation to provide paid leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) eliminated after December 31, 2020. While the new stimulus bill does not extend such paid leave, it does allow covered employers to voluntarily continue FFCRA-like benefits (assuming the employee still has eligible leave remaining) through March 31, 2020. In exchange, those employers may qualify for certain tax credits originally associated with the leave. In addition, the new bill extends the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) benefits period through March 17, 2021 and expands the number of weeks for these PUA unemployment benefits from a 39-week period to a 50-week period.
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Louisville SummerWorks Program
SummerWorks is a program dedicated to connecting youth, ages 16-21, to quality summer employment with Louisville businesses and organizations. SummerWorks' goal is to introduce our Employers to an untapped pool of qualified, talented, and eager youth who are ready for the workforce. In addition, SummerWorks provides job readiness training and job coaching services during the summer season.
Currently, SummerWorks is looking for employers who are interested in partnering with us to hire youth ages 16-21. Please fill out the survey below. |
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