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Distributors\/Fabricators Session
\n<\/strong>Tuesday, October 26, 2021 (9:45-11:30 a.m.)
\n<\/strong>Building a Customer-Focused Business<\/strong><\/h3>\n

For distributors and fabricators within the insulation industry, building and maintaining customer relationships is essential. Society for Human Resource Management\u2019s (SHRM\u2019s) Nicole Belyna will provide an overview of a customer-focused business strategy, explain why it is more important than ever, and show how it can benefit your company.<\/p>\n

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\nNicole Belyna, Field Services Director, SHRM<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Health & Safety Session
\n<\/strong>Tuesday, October 26, 2021 (9:45-11:30 a.m.)
\n<\/strong>Best Practices in Workers' Comp<\/strong><\/h3>\n

During this informative session, Jason Spandet brings his many years of experience in the insurance arena to discuss workers\u2019 compensation basics and best practices in claim management. A variety of important topics will be covered from incident investigation and return-to-work programs, to contesting claims and the subtle differences under each state\u2019s workers comp laws. This session is a must-attend event for any employers wishing to trim their claim costs and lower their EMR. Participants questions are welcome and encouraged.<\/p>\n

Speaker:<\/b>
\nJason Spandet, Risk and Insurance Manager, Performance Contracting Inc. (PCI)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Merit Contractors Session
\n<\/strong>Tuesday, October 26, 2021 (1:05-3:00 p.m.)
\n<\/strong>Advocacy Updates and Economic Outlooks: The Merit Shop Perspective<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Join Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) President and CEO Michael Bellaman in a discussion of ABC\u2019s latest advocacy work\u2014especially in fighting the Protecting the Right to Organize (PRO) Act\u2014plus, construction and economic outlooks, the impacts from COVID-19 recovery, and emerging merit contractor topics.<\/p>\n

Speaker: <\/strong>
\n<\/em>Michael D. Bellaman, President and Chief Executive Officer, ABC<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Merit and Union Contractors Sessions
\n<\/strong>Tuesday, October 26, 2021 (1:05-3:00 p.m.)
\n<\/strong>3EPlus\u00ae Software Updates<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The 3EPlus\u00ae software is an insulation thickness calculator tool that allows users to easily calculate the appropriate insulation thickness for any application, and NAIMA is releasing an updated online version of the free software in 2022. NAIMA\u2019s Charlie Haack will share details about the new and improved features.<\/p>\n

Speaker:<\/strong>
\nCharlie Haack, Vice President, Technical Services, North American Insulation Manufacturers Association (NAIMA)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Union Contractors Subcommittee
\n<\/strong>Tuesday, October 26, 2021 (1:05-3:00 p.m.)
\n<\/strong>Today\u2019s Local and National Workforce Topics<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Attorney Bob Dunlevey, Board Certified Specialist in Labor and Employment Law at Taft Law, will guide attendees through a range of timely topics, offering insights on:<\/p>\n

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  • COVID-19 Vaccines & Testing: <\/strong>How employers can proactively navigate the legal requirements of vaccine mandates and testing programs and help eliminate confusion and conflict.<\/li>\n
  • Accident Investigations:<\/strong> Every employer performs accident investigations, and Mr. Dunlevey will offer suggestions on how to better conduct accident investigations to meet OSHA demands and limit liabilities.<\/li>\n
  • Are City Association Collective Bargaining Teams Obsolete?<\/strong> Explore how the current collective bargaining approach has evolved and discuss alternatives to meet the contemporary challenges of effective collective bargaining for your company.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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    Associate (Manufacturer) Session
    \n<\/strong>Tuesday, October 26, 2021 (1:05-3:00 p.m.)
    \n<\/strong>Leveraging Technology to Improve Your Business
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    The rapid levels of technology adoption caused by the pandemic served as an accelerant for construction technology trends. Join Jay Snyder as he discusses which technologies are here to stay, new technologies that are on the horizon, and how companies can leverage technology to support their strategic and operational objectives.<\/p>\n

    Speaker:<\/strong>
    \nJay Snyder, Technology & Innovation Practice Leader, FMI Corp.<\/p>\n

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    Young Professional Advisory Committee Session
    \n<\/strong>Wednesday, October 27, 2021 (12:45-2:45 p.m.)<\/strong>
    \n<\/strong>Resource Road Map\u2014NIA\u2019s Diversity & Inclusion Tool Kit<\/h3>\n

    Explore NIA\u2019s latest resource with the authors, who will share\u00a0 insights and experiences in the diversity, equity, and inclusion space to help you on your path\u2014whether you use ideas in the tool kit to start a discussion or add activities into your current framework, how you use this resource is up to you.<\/p>\n

    Speaker:<\/strong>
    \nRobyn Kavanaugh, Human Resources Director, Performance Contracting Group (PCG)<\/p>\n

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