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SUMMARY:Compensation & Raises Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered if your organization is offering “market value” compensation to hire new talent or retain your current employees? Join us for an interactive session on Compensation & Raises Best Practices\, where we’ll provide valuable resources and engage in discussions with local businesses about effective strategies. Learn how to structure competitive compensation\, navigate raises\, and implement practices that attract and retain top talent. \n\n 
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/compensation-raises-best-practices/
LOCATION:IC System\, 444 Hwy 96 E\, Vadnais Heights\, 55127\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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SUMMARY:Navigating Employee Benefits: Trends and Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:This will be an informative session with Dan Bjornlie from Alliant Insurance Services as we explore the latest trends and best practices in employee benefits. Gain insights to help your organization design competitive\, cost-effective benefits programs while staying compliant with evolving regulations. This session is ideal for business leaders looking to optimize their benefits strategy. \n\n 
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/navigating-employee-benefits-trends-and-best-practices/
LOCATION:White Bear Lake\, White Bear Lake Library 2150 2nd St\, White Bear Lake\, MN\, 55110\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T113000
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SUMMARY:Smarter Hiring for a Stronger Bottom Line
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a practical and forward-thinking roundtable focused on improving hiring outcomes and strengthening organizational performance. We’ll explore strategies to attract the right talent\, reduce turnover\, and make data-informed hiring decisions that drive business results. From streamlining your recruitment process to identifying high-value candidates more effectively\, this session will equip leaders with actionable tools to hire smarter—not harder. Whether you’re in HR\, operations\, or leadership\, you’ll walk away with insights that support long-term growth and a stronger bottom line. \n\n 
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/smarter-hiring-for-a-stronger-bottom-line/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Express\, 1100 East County Rd E\, Vadnais Heights\, 1100 Co Rd E East\, Vadnais Heights\, 55110\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T113000
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DTSTAMP:20260525T225223
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SUMMARY:Employment Law Update
DESCRIPTION:Stay ahead of emerging workplace trends by joining us for Employment Law Updates\, featuring insights from employment attorney Daniel Olson of Bassford Remele. We’ll review this year’s new employment legislation and key Minnesota and U.S. Supreme Court decisions This event will provide valuable insights and actionable tools to help you navigate new legal developments with confidence. It’s also a Bring a Friend event—invite a colleague or business partner to join you at no cost and expand the conversation. \n\n  \n \n 
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/employment-law-update/
LOCATION:IC System\, 444 Hwy 96 E\, Vadnais Heights\, 55127\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T113000
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SUMMARY:Onboarding for Engagement & Retention
DESCRIPTION:Onboarding isn’t just an HR responsibility\, it’s a business advantage. In this roundtable\, Onboarding for Engagement and Retention\, we’ll discuss how leaders at all levels can shape a new employee’s early experience to build confidence\, spark connection\, and encourage long-term commitment. Join fellow business leaders to share challenges\, compare strategies\, and gain insights you can apply immediately within your teams. \n\n 
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/onboarding-for-engagement-retention/
LOCATION:IC System\, 444 Hwy 96 E\, Vadnais Heights\, 55127\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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SUMMARY:Behind the Numbers: What today's data reveals about tomorrow's workforce
DESCRIPTION:Presented by MN State Demographer\, Susan Brower & MN DEED Twin Cities Regional Analyst\, Tim O’Neill\n\n Join us to hear about the latest trends in population\, labor force participation\, and the community factors shaping Minnesota’s current & future talent pools!\n\nDiscover how demographic and economic realities intersect with employee expectations\, and what they mean for recruitment\, retention\, and supporting employees.\nUnderstand current and upcoming challenges and opportunities in the available workforce and population in our communities.\nGain insights to help your organization adapt\, compete\, and thrive in a rapidly changing labor market.\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/behind-the-numbers-what-todays-data-reveals-about-tomorrows-workforce/
LOCATION:Buerkle Honda Event Center\, 3360 Hwy 61 N\, Vadnais Heights\, MN\, 55110\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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SUMMARY:Accessibility Topics: HR Connections Event
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility & Disability Session\nNational Disability Employment Awareness Month. Request Melissa Fletcher again! \nSpeaker:  Melissa Fletcher
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/accessibility-topics-hr-connections-event/
LOCATION:IC System\, 444 Hwy 96 E\, Vadnais Heights\, 55127\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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SUMMARY:MN Paid Leave Law (Chapter 268B): HR Connections Event
DESCRIPTION:“MN Paid Leave Law (Chapter 268B): Timeline\, Overview & Updates”\n-Oct 2024 – 1st quarterly wage reports due from employers\n-Jul 2025 – Outreach grant funds for community-based groups are available\n-Dec 2025 – Deadline for employers to notify employees about Paid Leave benefits\n-Jan 2026 – Employees can begin taking paid leave\, payroll deductions begin\, small employers (?) can apply for assistance grants\n-Apr 2026 – 1st quarterly premiums due from employers \nSpeaker: Cory Genelin\, Gislason & Hunter Law Firm
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/mn-paid-leave-law-chapter-268b-hr-connections-event/
LOCATION:IC System\, 444 Hwy 96 E\, Vadnais Heights\, 55127\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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SUMMARY:Benefit Trends: HR Connections Event
DESCRIPTION:“Benefit Trends\,” including:\nPreparing for annual renewals process brokers & employees; managing costs; employee preferences \nSpeaker:  Dan Bjornlie\, Alliant Vice President\, Employee Benefits
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/benefit-trends-hr-connections-event/
LOCATION:the Holiday Inn Express & Suites Vadnais Heights\, Vadnais Heights\, MN\, 55110\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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SUMMARY:Ask HR! Employee Resource Groups (ERG): HR Connections Event
DESCRIPTION:“Ask HR!:  Employee Resource Groups (ERG):  For Engagement & Inclusion” \nPanel from H.B. Fuller at H.B. Fuller
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/ask-hr-employee-resource-groups-erg-hr-connections-event/
LOCATION:H.B. Fuller\, 1200 Willow Lake Blvd\, Vadnais Heights\, MN\, 55110\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T090000
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SUMMARY:Active Threat Preparedness: HR Connections Event
DESCRIPTION:“Active Threat Preparedness:”  Presented by field-experienced law enforcement officers\, topics include Situational Awareness\, Threat & Vulnerability Assessments\, & De-escalation Techniques \nSpeaker: Drew Moldenhauer\, Blue Ethos.
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/active-threat-preparedness-hr-connections-event/
LOCATION:Buerkle Event Center
CATEGORIES:HR Connections,Partners for Good
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250319T130000
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SUMMARY:Ask HR! AI for HR: HR Connections Event
DESCRIPTION:“Ask HR! AI for HR” New info shared on how applicants are using AI in the interview process!
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/ask-hr-ai-for-hr-hr-connections-event/
LOCATION:Fairfield Inn & Suites\, Vadnais Heights\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T103000
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CREATED:20250114T153001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T213002Z
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SUMMARY:Employment Law Updates: HR Connections Event
DESCRIPTION:“Employment Law Updates:”  ESST\, FLSA Classification\, Paid Leave\, Pay Transparency\, MN Secure Choice Retirement Program & more!\nBreakfast will be served.
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/employment-law-updates-hr-connections-event/
LOCATION:Buerkle Honda Event Center\, 3360 Hwy 61 N\, Vadnais Heights\, MN\, 55110\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections,Partners for Good
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ORGANIZER;CN="Liz Moscatelli":MAILTO:lizmoscatelli@vhedc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T225223
CREATED:20241231T205449Z
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SUMMARY:HR Connections Event
DESCRIPTION:HR Connections 2025 Calendar of Events \n*$100 annual fee covers 10 events this year! \n*Individual “a la carte” session price varies\, per fees & costs for each event. \n\nHR Connections Roundtable Discussions with Lunch provided\nHR Connections Special Events\nFree access to all materials provided at sessions\nSHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) certification credits\n\nPlease extend this invitation to your colleagues and others in your organization. \nHR Connections is a professional development resource group for local HR practitioners and business leaders to network and discuss topics and trends involving workforce development and employment related issues. Sponsored by the Vadnais Heights Economic Development Corporation (VHEDC)\, HR Connections has been meeting since 2016\, building strong professional connections in the Northeast Metro area. \n We partner with other groups and organizations to bring topic experts to our special events and encourage participants to learn from each other at our roundtable discussions. Due to popular demand\, we alternate roundtable discussions with speakers and special events – 10 this year! \nReasons to join the HR (Human Resources) Connections Networking Group! \n\nKeep up with business trends\nShare best practices\nNetwork with peers\nGrow your knowledge base and career\nLearn how other companies handle similar situations
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/hr-connections-event/
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240919T110000
DTSTAMP:20260525T225223
CREATED:20240229T173143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T041616Z
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SUMMARY:HR Connections - Accessibility & Invisible Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Preparing employers and applicants to interact more effectively in the hiring process.
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/hr-connections-accessibility-invisible-disabilities/
LOCATION:Buerkle Honda Event Center\, 3360 Hwy 61 N\, Vadnais Heights\, 3360 Hwy 61 N\, Vadnais Heights\, MN\, 55127\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260525T225223
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T215204Z
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SUMMARY:Building an Inclusive Workforce for Economic Development
DESCRIPTION:Come and learn important and helpful information about key workforce programs that are available to help meet workforce availability\, development and retention needs.\n\nLine-up:\n\n\nLing Becker:  Ramsey County Inclusive Employer Toolkit and various programs and focus areas.\nLiz Jennings:  MN DEED & Career Force – will introduce the concept of Good Jobs Principles from the US Chamber of Commerce.\nAllen Mavis:  MN Skills-Based Hiring Accelerator initiative.\nErin Olson\, RealTime Talent:  “The Landscape” – related data on available workforce and high need industries.\n\n\nLunch is complimentary! There is no charge for this event\, but please RSVP so we can get an accurate lunch count.
URL:https://www.vhedc.com/event/empowering-communities-strengthening-economic-development-workforce-through-inclusive-growth/
LOCATION:Century College\, Lincoln Mall\, 3300 Century Ave N\, White Bear Lake\, MN\, 55110\, United States
CATEGORIES:HR Connections,Partners for Good
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