Secrets of HR Lobbying: How YOU Can Influence State Laws BEFORE They're Put into Place

2014 Annual Conference
Workplace Application: Learn from a State Senator how you can influence public policy during the legislative process.

Are you tired of finding out about new public policy AFTER it becomes law? Do you ever wish you could be part of the decision-making process? You’ll find out directly from a State Senator how to effectively lobby your legislators to influence policy that affects your company or the HR profession. Learn how to participate effectively and proactively in the legislative process as much or as little as you want.

Date(s) & Time(s): 
Tuesday, June 24, 2014 - 4:00pm to 5:15pm
Presenter: 

Senator Linda Newell, SPHR

Linda
Newell, SPHR

Senator Linda Newell, SPHR, is a Colorado State Senator now, but came from the private sector in Human Resources and Learning and Organizational Development, although her first career was in theatre and television in California.  She is a repeat presenter at national SHRM conferences, Colorado Human Resources Association, and regional and national summits and she hosts Colorado Human Resources professionals at their annual HR Day at the Capitol.  She attended UCLA, UC Irvine, and the Harvard Kennedy School of Government Executive program.  

In her five years in the legislature, Senator Newell has earned the reputation of being one of the most effective legislators at the Capitol.  Because of her collaborative approach, she is known as a problem-solver and bridge-builder, with 98% of her bills thus far receiving bipartisan support.

 

Location: 
W312
Amount of Credit: 
1.25
Credit Type: 
Business Credit
Session Type: 
Concurrent Session
Competency: 
HR Expertise
Critical Evaluation
Intended Audience: 
Senior-Level
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