2022 Annual Meeting & Conference (DEAMcon22)
April 20 – 22, 2022 • San Diego, CA
Venue
Park Hyatt Aviara
7100 Aviara Resort Drive
Carlsbad, CA 92011
AAA Five-Diamond and Forbes Five-Star luxury resort, minutes from LEGOLAND® and the Pacific Coast sandy beaches. T his spa and golf resort getaway offers world-class recreation and relaxation amid 200 lush acres of natural beauty overlooking the Batiquitos Lagoon.
Program
Get ahead of the check-in line by visiting the Registration Desk early, Tuesday, April 19th from 4:00 – 7:00 pm.
Wednesday • April 20
7:00 am
Check-in begins
7:00 am
60MINS Networking
Welcome Breakfast
Welcome Breakfast
8:00 am
30MINS
Welcome & Opening Ceremony
Welcome & Opening Ceremony
8:30 am
30MINS
One-Stop Shop – Family of Brands Highlight
One-Stop Shop – Family of Brands Highlight
9:00 am
60MINS Compliance
Recent Significant Developments
Presented by John C. Fox & Jay J. Wang (Fox, Wang & Morgan P.C.)
Recent Significant Developments
Presented by John C. Fox & Jay J. Wang (Fox, Wang & Morgan P.C.)
10:00 am
30MINS Networking
Demo Hall Break
Demo Hall Break
10:30 am
60MINS Keynote DE&I
If I Cancan, You Cancan
Presented by Maysoon Zayid
If I Cancan, You Cancan
Presented by Maysoon Zayid
11:30 am
30MINS Recruitment
The Buzz of the Barnyard: Evolving Recruitment Tools to Meet Today’s Hiring Demands
Presented by Steven Apostolidis (Recruit Rooster)
The Buzz of the Barnyard: Evolving Recruitment Tools to Meet Today’s Hiring Demands
Presented by Steven Apostolidis (Recruit Rooster)
12:00 pm
60MINS Networking
Lunch
Lunch
1:00 pm
60MINS Recruitment
Diving into the Talent Community Customer Experience: A Focus on Tech & User-Driven Development
Presented by Paul White (Kindred at Home), Steven Apostolidis (Recruit Rooster), & Tyler Poling (RocketBuild)
Diving into the Talent Community Customer Experience: A Focus on Tech & User-Driven Development
Presented by Paul White (Kindred at Home), Steven Apostolidis (Recruit Rooster), & Tyler Poling (RocketBuild)
60MINS Recruitment
The Rise of Behavioral Science: Accelerating Fast & Fair Recruiting
Presented by La Toya Hodge & Dr. Stephen Mueller (Cappfinity)
The Rise of Behavioral Science: Accelerating Fast & Fair Recruiting
Presented by La Toya Hodge & Dr. Stephen Mueller (Cappfinity)
2:00 pm
60MINS DE&I
Amplified Efforts: The Benefits of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
Presented by Shannon Offord & Mikey Meagher (DirectEmployers Association)
Amplified Efforts: The Benefits of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
Presented by Shannon Offord & Mikey Meagher (DirectEmployers Association)
60MINS Compliance
The New Census Data: A Deep Dive into the Changes from the 2010 to 2018 EEO Tables
Presented by Judy Julius (EEO Consulting, LLC)
The New Census Data: A Deep Dive into the Changes from the 2010 to 2018 EEO Tables
Presented by Judy Julius (EEO Consulting, LLC)
3:00 pm
30MINS Networking
Demo Hall Break
Demo Hall Break
3:30 pm
60MINSRecruitment
Actionable Insights from the Field: How to Leverage Early Talent to Solve for Diversity
Presented by Teresa Truong, John Lullen, Lauren Kolodrubetz, & Colette Cottman (TEKsystems)
Actionable Insights from the Field: How to Leverage Early Talent to Solve for Diversity
Presented by Teresa Truong, John Lullen, Lauren Kolodrubetz, & Colette Cottman (TEKsystems)
4:30 pm
60MINSKeynote DE&I
Minus the Illusion
Presented by Torin Ellis
Minus the Illusion
Presented by Torin Ellis
6:00 pm
3hours Networking
Califor-neon Nights Event
Califor-neon Nights Event
Thursday • April 21
7:00 am
60MINS Networking
Breakfast
Breakfast
8:00 am
60MINS DE&I
The Power of Disability Inclusion
Presented by Michael Murray (GT Independence)
The Power of Disability Inclusion
Presented by Michael Murray (GT Independence)
9:00 am
60MINS Compliance
OFCCP Priorities
Presented by Jenny Yang & Sean Ratliff (Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs)
OFCCP Priorities
Presented by Jenny Yang & Sean Ratliff (Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs)
10:00 am
30MINS Networking
Demo Hall Break
Demo Hall Break
10:30 am
60MINS Compliance
Modern Data Privacy & Your HR Systems: Are You In Compliance?
Presented by Brian Pier (Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc.)
Modern Data Privacy & Your HR Systems: Are You In Compliance?
Presented by Brian Pier (Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc.)
60MINS Recruitment
The Power & Positive Impact of Technology Transformation
Presented by Bradley Cooper, Kristin Moore, & Tony Devereaux (SASR Workforce Solutions)
The Power & Positive Impact of Technology Transformation
Presented by Bradley Cooper, Kristin Moore, & Tony Devereaux (SASR Workforce Solutions)
11:30 am
60MINS Recruitment
Good People Know Good People: Leveraging an Employee Advocacy Program
Presented by Dani Laven (PetSmart)
Good People Know Good People: Leveraging an Employee Advocacy Program
Presented by Dani Laven (PetSmart)
60MINS DE&I
Deepening Our Impact: Building Authentic Relationships with Diverse Community Organizations
Presented by Megan McCall & Novonda Lilly (Vanderbilt Health)
Deepening Our Impact: Building Authentic Relationships with Diverse Community Organizations
Presented by Megan McCall & Novonda Lilly (Vanderbilt Health)
12:30 pm
60MINS Networking
Lunch
Lunch
1:30 pm
60MINS Compliance
What to Expect at Your OFCCP Onsite Audit
Presented by John C. Fox (Fox, Wang & Morgan P.C.) & Candee Chambers (DirectEmployers Association)
What to Expect at Your OFCCP Onsite Audit
Presented by John C. Fox (Fox, Wang & Morgan P.C.) & Candee Chambers (DirectEmployers Association)
60MINS Recruitment
Strengthening Partnerships to Recruit & Develop a Culturally Relevant Onboarding Process
Presented by Michelle Randall-Berry, Shondra Deloach-Perea, & Jacqueline McKinney (IGT)
Strengthening Partnerships to Recruit & Develop a Culturally Relevant Onboarding Process
Presented by Michelle Randall-Berry, Shondra Deloach-Perea, & Jacqueline McKinney (IGT)
2:30 pm
60MINS Compliance
Connecting Opportunity to Talent: Partnering with Your Local Workforce Center
Presented by William Dowling (Olympic Workforce Development Council), Kathie Stenzel & Christy Gonzales (Colorado Department of Labor)
Connecting Opportunity to Talent: Partnering with Your Local Workforce Center
Presented by William Dowling (Olympic Workforce Development Council), Kathie Stenzel & Christy Gonzales (Colorado Department of Labor)
60MINS DE&I
On-the-Job Training: Achieving Diversity Through Inclusive Apprenticeships in HR
Presented by Josh Christianson (PIA) & Patti Cuthill (NextLevel & San Diego SHRM)
On-the-Job Training: Achieving Diversity Through Inclusive Apprenticeships in HR
Presented by Josh Christianson (PIA) & Patti Cuthill (NextLevel & San Diego SHRM)
3:30 pm
30MINS Networking
Demo Hall Break
Demo Hall Break
4:00 pm
30MINS
Professional Development PSA: On-Demand Disability Education to Match Your Needs
Presented by Jennifer Polcer (DirectEmployers Association) & Janet Fiore (The Sierra Group, Inc.)
Professional Development PSA: On-Demand Disability Education to Match Your Needs
Presented by Jennifer Polcer (DirectEmployers Association) & Janet Fiore (The Sierra Group, Inc.)
4:30 pm
60MINSKeynote
Next Generation Leadership: Attracting, Engaging & Retaining 5 Unique Generations
Presented by Scott Lesnick
Next Generation Leadership: Attracting, Engaging & Retaining 5 Unique Generations
Presented by Scott Lesnick
5:30 pm
1.5hours Networking
Underwriter Reception
Underwriter Reception
Friday • April 22
7:00 am
60MINS Networking
Breakfast
Breakfast
8:00 am
60MINS DE&I
Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Breaking Down Barriers
Presented by Susanne Bruyère & Matthew Saleh (Cornell University), Tina Schmitt (Kennedy Krieger Institute), & Haley Moss; Moderated by Candee Chambers (DirectEmployers Association)
Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Breaking Down Barriers
Presented by Susanne Bruyère & Matthew Saleh (Cornell University), Tina Schmitt (Kennedy Krieger Institute), & Haley Moss; Moderated by Candee Chambers (DirectEmployers Association)
9:00 am
60MINS Compliance
The Challenges Facing the 21st Century American Workforce
Presented by Keith Sonderling (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission)
The Challenges Facing the 21st Century American Workforce
Presented by Keith Sonderling (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission)
10:00 am
15MINS Networking
Demo Hall Break
Demo Hall Break
10:15 am
60MINS Recruitment
Chatbots, Robots, & AI (Oh, My!): A Case Study About Implementing HR Technology
Presented by Ashley Valenzuela-Ruesgen (Hensel Phelps Construction Co)
Chatbots, Robots, & AI (Oh, My!): A Case Study About Implementing HR Technology
Presented by Ashley Valenzuela-Ruesgen (Hensel Phelps Construction Co)
11:15 am
60MINS DE&I
Keeping DE&I Legal: How to Lawfully Use Race & Gender in the Selection Process
Presented by Cara Crotty (Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete)
Keeping DE&I Legal: How to Lawfully Use Race & Gender in the Selection Process
Presented by Cara Crotty (Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete)
12:15 pm
Conference Adjourns
Presenters
Keynote Speakers
- Torin Ellis, Diversity Strategist @ t ellis brand
- Scott Lesnick, Global Keynote Speaker, Author @ Successful Business Solutions llc
- Maysoon Zayid, Actress, comedian, and disability advocate
Featured Speakers
- Keith Sonderling, Commissioner @ U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
- Jenny Yang, Director @ Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
- Sean Ratliff, District Director – San Diego @ Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP)
Member Speakers
- Bradley Cooper, Director, Information Technology @ SASR Workforce Solutions
- Colette Cottman, Inclusion & Diversity Manager @ TEKsystems
- Shondra Deloach-PereaI, GT @ Vice President, Field Services, Call Centers, & Technology Operations
- Tony Devereaux, Director of Recruitment and Placement Services @ SASR Workforce Solutions
- Lauren Kolodrubetz, Executive Director: Marketplace Diversity Solutions @ TEKsystems
- Dani Laven, Manager, Talent Acquisition Operations & Employer Brand @ PetSmart
- Novonda Lilly, Director of TempForce and Executive Search @ Vanderbilt Health
- John Lullen, Manager, Marketplace Diversity Solutions @ TEKsystems
- Megan McCall, Head of Talent Acquisition @ Vanderbilt Health
- Jacqueline McKinney, Talent Acquisition Partner for Campus Programs @ IGT
- Kristin Moore, Director, Human Resources @ SASR Workforce Solutions
- Brian Pier, Director @ Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc.
- Michelle Randall-Berry, Senior Director, Talent Acquisition @ IGT
- Tina Schmitt, Director, TA @ Kennedy Krieger Institute
- Teresa Truong, Manager, Marketplace Diversity Solutions @ TEKsystems
- Ashley Valenzuela-Ruesgen, Director of Human Resources @ Hensel Phelps Construction Co
- Paul White, Director Talent Acquisition @ Kindred at Home
Guest Speakers
- Susanne Bruyère, Director Professor of Disability Studies @ K. Lisa Yang and Hock E. Tan Institute on Employment and Disability
- Josh Christianson, Project Director @ Partnership on Inclusive Apprenticeship (PIA)
- Cara Crotty, Equity Partner @ Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete, LLP
- Patti Cuthill, Vice President of People & Culture @ NextLevel
- William Dowling, Executive Director @ Olympic Workforce Development Council
- Janet Fiore, CEO @ The Sierra Group, Inc.
- John C. Fox, Consulting Partner @ Fox, Wang & Morgan P.C. Employment Law Firm
- Christy Gonzales, Colorado Rural Workforce Consortium Manager @ Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
- La Toya Hodge, Head of Marketing and Partnerships, Americas @ Cappfinity
- Judy Julius, Owner/Primary Consultant @ EEO Consulting, LLC
- Haley Moss, Attorney, Artist, Author & Disability Advocate
- Dr. Stephen Mueller, Head of Consulting @ Cappfinity
- Michael Murray, Chief Relationship Officer @ GT Independence
- Matthew Saleh, Lecturer and Research Associate @ Cornell University
- Kathie Stenzel, MIS Coordinator @ Colorado Department of Labor and Employment
- Jay J. Wang, Partner @ Fox, Wang & Morgan P.C.
Staff Speakers
- Steven Apostolidis, Recruit Rooster
- Candee Chambers, Executive Director @ DirectEmployers Association
- Mikey Meagher, Strategic Partnership & Alliances Specialist @ DirectEmployers Association
- Shannon Offord, VP of Strategic Partnerships & Alliances @ DirectEmployers Association
- Jennifer Polcer, VP of Learning & Development @ DirectEmployers Association
- Tyler Poling, Sr. Director, Technical Solutions @ RocketBuild
Underwriters
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