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• Legal Update: What Employers Should Expect in 2026

  • When
    February 10, 2026
  •  
    11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Mane on Main - 201 E Main St #1500 Lexington, KY 40507
  • Registered
    83 registrants

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  Speaker:Cindy Effinger Member McBrayer PLLC

  Cindy Effinger is a Member of McBrayer PLLC and her practice involves finding long-term solutions to complex problems. Cindy advises employers on various issues from anything related to employment law, including equal employment opportunity, benefits, unemployment, and employment contracts and has successfully defended employers in cases with the Commission on Human Rights and the EEOC. 

  Description: This session will provide employers with information related to proposed legislative changes in employment laws and anticipated court decisions affecting the employment relationship.

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Learn what employers should expect from the Kentucky Legislature in 2026.

  2. Help employers adjust to the changing laws.

  3. Provide insight into proposed legislative changes in employment laws as well as anticipated court decisions affecting the employment relationship.

  *Approved for one (1.0) PDCs with SHRM and HRCI.

  Schedule of Events:
  

  11:15 am - 11:45 am: Registration, Networking & Lunch
  11:45 am - 12:00 pm: Business Meeting Update
  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Presentation
  
  Registration Deadline: Due to venue catering requirements, registration for in-person attendance closes 7 days prior to the event date. Virtual participation registration closes the day before the event.

  Location: Mane on Main, 201 E Main St #1500, Lexington, KY 40507 (Validated parking is reserved in the Chase Tower Parking Garage) Mane on Main Parking Map. Details for virtual attendance will be sent to all attendees prior to the meeting, up to 24 hours in advance. 

  This month's meeting is sponsored by:

  

  PREMIER SPONSOR
  

  

  SILVER SPONSOR
  

  If you wish to sponsor this meeting or future events, please contact Christina at publicrelations@bgshrm.org for a 2026 Sponsorship Packet.or

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  Transfer and Refund Policy

  BGSHRM strives to provide quality events that are educational in content and rich in networking opportunities. We place emphasis on the humans in Human Resources and value the shared experience of our peers and comrades who are working to create safe and productive environments for their employees. We have designed chapter meeting fees to be as low as possible. 

  Because of rising costs in our community, your regular member registration fee covers the program related expenses and is not a fundraiser for the chapter.  As such, all payments for registration to BGSHRM events are non-refundable. View full Transfer and Refund Policy. 

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• Ethics in the Real World: HR's Role in Protecting People and Principle

  • When
    March 10, 2026
  •  
    11:15 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Mane on Main - 201 E Main St #1500 Lexington, KY 40507
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  Speakers: Alison Begor & Raymond Sexon

  Description: In today's workplace, ethical challenges often arise in gray areas where policy alone isn't enough. This interactive session brings together a Chief Human Resources Officer and the Executive Director of a local Human Rights Commission for a candid conversation about where discrimination and ethical concerns are most prevalent, and what HR professionals can do to address them. Participants will gain practical insights into navigating complex situations, balancing compliance with organizational values, and fostering a culture of integrity. Real-world examples and actionable strategies will help HR leaders move beyond theory to create workplaces that uphold both human rights and ethical standards.

  Learning Objectives:

  1. Identify common ethical dilemmas and discrimination trends.

  2. Analyze HR’s role in mitigating ethical risks and promoting fairness in workplace practices.

  3. Apply SHRM ethical principles to real-world scenarios involving compliance and integrity.

  4. Formulate actionable steps to address emerging ethical challenges in HR policies and decision-making.

  *Approved for one (1.0) PDCs with SHRM and HRCI.

  Schedule of Events:
  

  11:15 am - 11:45 am: Registration, Networking & Lunch
  11:45 am - 12:00 pm: Business Meeting Update
  12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Presentation
  
  Registration Deadline: Due to venue catering requirements, registration for in-person attendance closes 7 days prior to the event date. Virtual participation registration closes the day before the event.

  Location: Mane on Main, 201 E Main St #1500, Lexington, KY 40507 (Validated parking is reserved in the Chase Tower Parking Garage) Mane on Main Parking Map. Details for virtual attendance will be sent to all attendees prior to the meeting, up to 24 hours in advance. 

  This month's meeting is sponsored by:

  

  PREMIER SPONSOR
  

  

  SILVER SPONSOR
  

  If you wish to sponsor this meeting or future events, please contact Christina at publicrelations@bgshrm.org for a 2026 Sponsorship Packet.or

  Transfer and Refund Policy

  BGSHRM strives to provide quality events that are educational in content and rich in networking opportunities. We place emphasis on the humans in Human Resources and value the shared experience of our peers and comrades who are working to create safe and productive environments for their employees. We have designed chapter meeting fees to be as low as possible. 

  Because of rising costs in our community, your regular member registration fee covers the program related expenses and is not a fundraiser for the chapter.  As such, all payments for registration to BGSHRM events are non-refundable. View full Transfer and Refund Policy. 

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• VIRTUAL EVENT: Maximizing ROI from Departing Employees: Insights and Strategies

  • When
    March 24, 2026
  •  
    10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Virtual
  • Registered
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  Virtual Event: Maximizing ROI from Departing Employees: Insights and Strategies

  Speakers: Kanya and Ebony Olivier

  Registration Deadline: Virtual participation registration closes at midnight 1 day prior to the event. 

  Location: Virtual

  Virtual: Login details will be sent to all attendees prior to the meeting, up to 24 hours in advance.

  Description:

  Employee departures are a critical touchpoint that profoundly impacts your bottom line and employer brand. This presentation shifts the focus from managing logistics to extracting maximum value from the exit process. We will uncover the financial, cultural, and reputational risks associated with substandard exits, providing practical strategies to navigate complex federal laws (WARN Act, OWBPA) and implement robust confidentiality and IP protection. Learn how to transform the exit phase into an investment by offering effective support programs that strengthen your company's image and drive sustainable ROI.

  Learning Objectives: 

  Attendees will learn how to: 

  • Evaluate the hidden financial and cultural costs of non-strategic employee exits.
  • Develop a formal exit process that aligns with company values and serves as a strong defense for protecting proprietary information.
  • Apply strategies for supporting departing employees to solidify your employer reputation and deliver measurable ROI.

  *PENDING for one (1.0) PDCs with SHRM and HRCI.

  If you wish to sponsor future events, please contact Christina at publicrelations@bgshrm.org for a 2026 Sponsorship Packet.

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