Federal Dispute Resolution Conference

Conference: August 9 – 12, 2010
Exhibit Hall: August 9 – 11, 2010

Conference Overview

Cutting-edge content and quality training … that’s what the Federal Dispute Resolution™ Conference is known for. Year after year, for nearly a quarter century, it’s been the must-attend event for federal employment law professionals and practitioners to gain expert insights into hot-button issues and emerging trends — plus training in the critical skills needed to meet all the new resulting challenges.

This year's event offers 3 Plenary Sessions, a Plenary Luncheon with an inspirational keynote, and a balanced mix of sessions broken down into 5 Program Tracks — Alternative Dispute Resolution, Attorney/Legal, Equal Employment Opportunity, HR/LR/ER, and Management.

In addition to the dynamic plenary and break-out sessions, FDR Conference attendees receive admittance to the conference's Welcome Reception, continental breakfasts, refreshment breaks, and exhibit hall events.

Want even more? Full-day, in-depth Pre-Conference Workshops can be added at minimal cost for maximum conference experience!

Our conference chair and advisory board are busy planning to the 2010 event, but here's an overview of the 2009 event highlights.

2009 Conference Overview

OPENING PLENARY
Change.gov: The Future of Federal Dispute Resolution

Mark Roth, General Counsel, American Federation of Government
   Employees
Linda Washington, Assistant Secretary for Administration, Chief    Human Capital Officer, Department of Transportation
Moderator: John Palguta, Vice President, Partnership for Public Service

      Tuesday, August 11                8 - 9:15 a.m.

This high-level panel, consisting of a representative from the Chief Human Capital Officer’s Council and a top union officer, will kick off the main conference by sharing the changes in store for the future of federal dispute resolution. John Palguta will moderate and participate in this enlightening and authoritative discussion.

Agency Update

Scot Beckenbaugh, Acting Director, Federal Mediation and
   Conciliation Service
Carlton Hadden, Director of Federal Office of Operations, Equal
   Employment Opportunity Commission
Ana A. Mazzi, Deputy Associate Director, Center for Workforce
   Relations & Accountability Policy, Office of Personnel Management
Neil McPhie, Chairman, Merit Systems Protection Board
Carol Waller Pope, Chairman, Federal Labor Relations Authority
William E. Reukauf, Acting Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel

      Wednesday, August 12                8 - 9:15 a.m.

Hear directly from agency leaders on various topics surrounding dispute resolution. Find out the new leaders' goals and agendas — and how they will impact your agency.

PLENARY LUNCHEON
The Music Within

Sponsored by:

The Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program

Richard Pimentel, Senior Partner, Milt Wright & Associates

Wednesday, August 12 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Longtime advocate for the rights of veterans and individuals with disabilities,
Mr. Pimentel will inspire you with his life story, chronicled in the movie Music Within. You'll be motivated to tap into your own music within to make a difference and build a legacy for the future.

CLOSING PLENARY
Meeting the Challenge: Attracting, Developing and Retaining Talent

John Palguta, Vice President, Partnership for Public Service

Thursday, August 13 8 - 9 a.m.

The new administration has made it clear: Agencies must be more productive. And the pressure is on HR officials to find, keep and develop quality employees. But the war for talent continues to escalate. Mr. Palguta will look at the lessons learned from his organization's groundbreaking research over the past few years, including the findings in the 2008 report: Getting On Board: A Model for Integrating and Engaging New Employees. What's more, you'll receive innovative and practical recommendations to ensure your agency cultivates a talented and engaged workforce.

BONUS SESSION
Protect Your Retirement: Making Sense of Long Term Care

Joan Melanson, Director, Program Promotion, Long Term Care Partners

Tuesday, August 11 12 - 12:45 p.m.

Worried about the impact that long term care can have on you and your retirement portfolio? During your lunch break, get your lunch to go at one of the Resort's convenient dining facilities, bring it back to this Bonus Session and learn some common misconceptions about long term care. You'll leave knowing how to build a smart long term care policy and how it can help protect your family — and your retirement.

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