JULY 15-18, 2018Rapid City, South Dakota

Hotel Alex Johnson

523 6th St.,

Rapid City, SD 57701

All conference events, unless otherwise noted will be held at the Hotel Alex Johnson. A block of sleeping rooms has been reserved at the Hotel Alex Johnson. Rooms rates are $175 + tax. To make reservations call 605-342-1210 and mention NASPE code 2018 to reserve the meeting rate. Reservations must be made by June 21, 2018 to ensure the room rate and availability. Reservations made after this date are not guaranteed the meeting rate.

NASPE will cover the cost of 1 person per FY19 (7/1/18-6/30/19) dues-paying state to attend the 2018 Annual Meeting. NASPE will cover three nights’ lodging at the conference hotel at the conference rate, $500 in airfare and the meeting registration fees. NASPE does not cover the cost of ground transportation, tips, or meals not provided with the conference as outlined in the official agenda. The designated person must sign a travel agreement prior to this benefit being provided. Please contact Leslie Scott at lscott@csg.org for more information

MEMBER BENEFITTRAVEL

Registration fees for the conference are $595 for state and corporate members and $1,000 for non-members. Should a registrant not qualify for a membership rate, NASPE will invoice and expect payment for the non-member rate.

Guests are always welcomed! Guest passes for the President’s Reception ($25) are available for purchase for guests outside of the industruy (spouses, family, etc.). Please purchase in advance so that the headcount is accurate.Registration is available online at www.naspe.net/annual-meeting-2018.

REGISTRATIONMEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS

Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)

Serves Allegiant, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines.

Avis, Budget, Hertz and National all provide car rental services on the airport’s premises. The Hotel Alex Johnson offers complimentary shuttle service, but variety of taxis, including Rapid City Taxi, Inc. are at your disposal, as well.

TRANSPORATIONGETTING TO RAPID CITY

DRESS for the NASPE Annual Meeting is business casual. The average high temperature in Rapid City in July is 86° high, and average low is 62°F degrees. Please remember to bring a light sweater or jacket for the meeting rooms and the evenings.

HOTEL ALEX JOHNSON

National Association of State Personnel Executives Annual Meeting

AGENDASunday, July 15 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Executive Committee Meeting 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm President’s Reception

Monday, July 16 7:30 am – 8:30 am New Member Breakfast (invitation only)

Newly-appointed members and first time state government attendees should plan to attend this meeting to find out more about NASPE and what to expect during the Annual Meeting.

7:30 am – 8:30 am Corporate Membership Council Meeting/Breakfast (For corporate members only.)

8:00 am – 8:45 am Continental Breakfast 8:45 am – 9:00 am Opening Session and Welcome

NASPE President Joyce Oreskovich (Maine) NASPE Meetings Chair Byron Decoteau (Louisiana) and Host State Chair Laurie Gill (South Dakota)

9:00 am – 10:15 am Keynote Presentation: Recalculating! Skills for When Life’s GPS Takes an Unexpected Turn Brenda Clark Hamilton, https://www.brendaclarkhamilton.com We’ve all experienced that moment when, traveling our journey of life, the road takes a sudden, unexpected turn, and our life’s GPS announces, “Recalculating!” For most of us, these sharp turns are laden with a certain discomfort or even dread of what might lie ahead. This fun, upbeat, and interactive session is chock-full of practical, take-home strategies, based on current research into how to face times of uncertainty with strength, wisdom, and creativity. The next time your life’s GPS announces, “Recalculating!” you’ll be looking forward to the opportunity, not anticipating the worst.

10:15 am – 10:30 am Break 10:30 am – 11:15 am Diversity in the Workplace

Dr. Leah Raby, Executive Director, Louisiana Commission on Human Rights Encouraging and maintaining a diverse workforce is critical.

11:15 am – 12:00 pm NASPE Corporate Council Projects Overlying HR Challenges; Best Practices and Solving These Challenges Insight from industry leaders Corporate Council Co-Chairs: Heather Sherlock, Infor & Jennifer Dowd, Kronos

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Networking Lunch 1:15 pm – 4:00 pm World Café Facilitated Discussion

Back by popular demand! Make a return visit to the World Café – come with an appetite for good discussion and thought-provoking solutions for the challenges facing HR professionals.

4:30 pm – 10:00 pm Dinner and Visit to Mt. Rushmore Enjoy dinner at Custer State Park then follow it up with a trip to Mt. Rushmore and its famous lighting ceremony.

July 15-18, 2018

Tuesday, July 17 7:45 am – 8:30 am Breakfast 8:30 am – 9:30 am Keynote Presentation:First Impressions and Beyond

Sylvie di Giusto, Personal Branding Expert https://www.executive-image-consulting.com/ “People packaging is what I do..”, says diGiusto. A positive first impression ultimately boosts the bottom line of any career or organization. Hear from this expert on how your appearance, behavior, communication and digital footprint can leave a lasting impression.

9:45 am – 10:30 am Best Practices in Compensation Faciliator: Neville Kenning, Kenning Consulting Hear from states on some of their new compensation strategies – that have become increasingly important in the effort to recruit and retain employees.

10:30 am – 10:45 am Break 10:45 am – 11:30 am Sexual Harassment Training and Prevention in the States

Hear from state members regarding what they are doing to address sexual harassment training and prevention in their states.

11:30 am – 12:00 pm NASPE Annual Business Meeting Join us as we take care of important association business and elect officers for the upcoming year.

12:15 pm – 1:30 pm NASPE Awards Luncheon with remarks from South Dakota Lt. Gov. Michels Recognizing NASPEs Awards Program Winners and those who’ve made significant contributions to the association during the year.

1:30 pm – 4:30 pm HR Directors Roundtable State Government HR Directors will discuss their top issues, successes, and lessons learned in this welcoming environment of peers.

1:30 pm – 4:00 pm Top HR Issues - Facilitated Session in Open Space Technology Format Facilitator: Sam McKeeman (Maine) It was so popular last year – attendees asked for more! Tackle top state HR issues and share ideas in this facilitated, open format.

Evening Dinner on your own Bus transportation provided to and from Deadwood area (just outside of Rapid City) – Must register in advance. Dinner and activities on your own. Times TBA.

Wednesday, July 18 7:45 am – 8:45 am Breakfast

Network with current and previous NASPEs Award Winners about their winning projects and initiatives

8:45 am – 9:30 am HR Legal Update Neil Reichenberg, Esq., Executive Director, IPMA-HR Get the latest on legislation and court decisions affecting the workforce.

9:30 am – 10:30 am Wrapping it Up Hear summaries from previous days’ Open Space Technology and World Café’ and HR Directors Forum sessions.

10:30 am Meeting Adjourns

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Guests are always welcomed! Guest passes for the President’s Reception and Mt. Rushmore can be purchased for guests outside of this industry (i.e. spouses, family members, etc.)

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Please return this form by mail, fax or email to: NASPE | Attn: Leslie Scott 1776 Avenue of the States | Lexington, KY 40511

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Guest Name: __________Mobile Phone _________Email ________________A-La-Carte options

� $25 President’s Reception � $75 Mt. Rushmore

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