The Battle Born Nevada State Council Conference is a premier gathering for those ready to elevate their HR expertise, offering a unique platform to explore the dynamic and evolving landscape of Human Resources. Scheduled for September 19, this all-day event is dedicated to fostering excellence in HR practices, allowing attendees to engage with essential topics such as compliance, recruitment, and benefits. Why Attend?
Transformative Learning: Experience a curriculum designed to transform your HR challenges into opportunities for growth, equipped with the energy needed to make a significant impact.
Expert Insights: Gain access to valuable knowledge and innovative strategies from leaders in the field, addressing the most pressing HR issues of our time.
Networking Opportunities: Meet and connect with fellow HR professionals and thought leaders in an environment that encourages collaboration and the sharing of innovative ideas.
Focused Topics: Participate in sessions covering a wide range of HR domains, ensuring you leave with a deep understanding and actionable strategies.
Who Should Attend?
This conference welcomes HR professionals at all stages of their careers, from newcomers to seasoned veterans. If you aim to enhance your talent acquisition strategies, deepen your understanding of compliance, or keep up with the latest trends in benefits administration, the Battle Born Nevada State Council Conference is your go-to destination.
Conference Sessions
Keynote Speaker
David Horning | Water Cooler Comedy
No Excuses: How to Get Over It, Around It, and Through It
Karyn Jensen | HRC, Ltd.
All About Wages
Matthew Insco | U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
The Art of Asking for Help
Haydeé Acebo | Exclusive Business Solutions
Putting the Human Back in Human Resources
Michaelangelo Aranda | Apex Talent Development
More content coming your way...
DisruptHR Reno
Atlantis Casino Resort Spa
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
https://disrupthr.co/city/reno/
(more information & event flyer coming soon)
Speaker Introductions
David Horning
Water Cooler Comedy
Unlike other leadership speakers and trainers, David Horning's 11 years of comedy, speaking, and corporate training experience brings an outside-of-the-box, hands-on approach unafraid of challenging leaders to disrupt the status quo.
Through his programs, David has proven to leaders that developing a sense of humor is the secret sauce for building organizations where people WANT to work, with successes including Fortune 2000 companies, DisruptHR, and over 100 SHRM chapters. His work has been featured on HR.com and LinkedIn’s Daily Wrap.
Together with strategic communications firm and top-rated workplace Peppercomm, David has developed training programs that combine a mix of stand-up and improvisation exercises to help teams build resilience, collaborate openly, and boost employee engagement. He was chosen to be part of the firm's Laughing Matters Council, a group of leaders from across the humor spectrum providing insights, expertise, and guidance on how to leverage humor in business.
David has performed at comedy clubs and in comedy festivals across the country, and is the founder of Water Cooler Comedy, which provides customized corporate comedy shows, and co-founder and producer of Secret Society Comedy, a nomad comedy club based in Northeast Ohio.
He is currently procrastinating on his first book.
Karyn Jensen
HRC, Ltd.
Karyn Jensen has worked in Human Resources for over 20 years. Karyn has been certified as a SPHR since 1999 as well as SHRM-SCP certified since 2015. She holds a Master of Science degree in Human Resources from Chapman University in Orange, CA. Her specialties include management training, recruitment and placement, employee relations and legal compliance. Prior to founding HRC in 2004, she worked in Human Resources at Fitzgerald’s Casino/Hotel, Jensen Precast and IGT.
Currently, Karyn is the Professional Development Chair and past President for the Northern Nevada Human Resource Association (NNHRA) and a member of the Society for Human Resource Management. She serves on the Executive Board for Crisis Support Services of Nevada, in addition to being a volunteer for ESGR (Employer Support for the Guard and Reserve). Karyn also serves on the Executive Board for Western Industrial Nevada (WIN)
Karyn was a volunteer for the Junior League of Reno for over 12 years and held the position of Community Vice President in 2004-2005. In addition, she was the 2010 HR Super Star Excellence Award Recipient from Northern Nevada Human Resources Association and the 2010 Professional Saleswoman of the Year from Professional Saleswoman of Nevada. She was also an instructor, facilitator and program developer for University of Nevada, Reno Extended Studies beginning in 1991, and is currently pursuing training and speaking opportunities which incorporate her vast knowledge of human resources, leadership and more.
Matthew Insco
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Matt Insco is the Branch Chief of the Economic Analysis & Information Division for the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Western Region. His team helps to disseminate BLS data through press releases, articles, and the BLS website. The unit conducts outreach activities for BLS, including hosting monthly webinars available to the public, and assists data users in accessing and interpreting BLS data. Matt graduated from the University of California, Riverside and has worked at BLS for over 20 years.
Haydeé Acebo
Exclusive Business Solutions, LLC
Haydeé Acebo is an open water swimmer and philanthropist who has achieved remarkable feats and made a positive impact. She became the first Latina to complete the challenging Viking Swim across Lake Tahoe.
Haydeé's heart is dedicated to helping others, and she has raised over $21,000 for various important causes, including mental health, survivors of abuse, addiction recovery, human trafficking, cancer, and rare diseases.
Through her inspiring TEDx talks, "Asking for Help is not a burden, it's a connection" and "What the Open Water Taught Me," Haydeé encourages others to reach their potential and find meaningful connections in unexpected places.
In her professional life, Haydeé started as a news reporter and anchor and later transitioned to human resources, where she has spent the last 17 years making a difference on a global scale within companies.
Outside of her work, Haydeé enjoys spending time with her husband, two children, and her two beloved chocolate Labrador dogs, Bam Bam and Pebbles along with her Maltese dog named Zoro. She is passionate about personal development and surrounds herself with people who share her mission of making a positive impact on the world.
Michaelangelo Aranda
Apex Talent Development
Michaelangelo Aranda, a Nevada native, has predominantly resided in Northern Nevada for most of his life. He possesses the SHRM-CP and CHT (Certified Hospitality Trainer) credentials. Notably, he has received two nominations for NNHRA awards; one as a Rising Star and the other as a Seasoned Leader. Michaelangelo has overseen Organizational Development programs for entities within the FinTech, Real Estate, and Hospitality sectors. Additionally, he has delivered presentations on Onboarding and Employee Engagement. He aspires to affect change in the workplace through his transformative and empathetic leadership style. He has served on non-profit boards and is recognized as a community leader. During his leisure time, Michaelangelo enjoys traveling and creating adventure stories with his wife, Lidia, and their two sons, Landon and Logan.
Cancellation and No-Show Policies
No refunds or credits will be given if you are unable to attend. Attendee substitutions are accepted. Please email your request to [email protected].
Event Venue
Atlantis Casino Resort..Reno Nevada, 3800 S Virginia St,Reno, Nevada, United States
Tickets
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