Who should attend: Two in-depth days of interactive presentations, case studies adn panel discussions designed to give you practical solutions relevant to your company and career progress. This stream is not to be missed for any HR professionals wishing to stay ahead in the HR industry.

Cost: Pay only $395 inc GST, PLUS gain access to the expo, seated networking lunches and networking evening drinks.

CONFERENCE AGENDA

Day 1 - Tuesday 3 October 2006

9.00am - 10.15am ATTRACTING THE RIGHT PEOPLE FIRST TIME
Deanne Barbary, project director Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games, Hudson
A tight timeframe was only one of the challenges that had to be overcome to create an attraction strategy that would deliver both volume and quality for the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games. As the exclusive recruitment partner of the event, Hudson implemented an employee referral program, developed technology solutions, and increased line manager capability through tailored training.
· Find out how to create robust attraction and selection processes in your organisation
· What is the best way to reach the job candidate you want?
· How can you assess the effectiveness of your attraction strategy?

10.15am - 10.35am MORNING TEA

10.35am - 11.45am MONEY TALKS - OR DOES IT?
Kitty Buchanan, senior remuneration and benefits consultant, Remesys
Retaining your high performers requires a careful balance between best practice remuneration policies, incentives, benefits and rewards. Find out what the latest trends are, and which remuneration strategy is most suitable for your organisation.
· How can you cut through and discover what really motivates your staff?
· Find out how to develop your own remuneration and rewards strategy
· What is the best remuneration package to offer people at each level?

11.45am - 12.55pm MANAGING POOR PERFORMANCE
Rennis Witham, primary care consultant, Victorian Hospital Industrial Association
Managing poor performance raises a number of different issues for HR professionals, and can often be a difficult area to resolve. This session will cover the legal ramifications of termination, and also the preventative measures you can take to avoid the situation.
· How can you develop strategies to identify poor performers?
· Ensure your company has strong and effective lines of accountability

12.55pm - 1.55pm LUNCH

1.55pm - 2.50pm SKILL SHORTAGE SOLUTIONS
Chair; Sally Sinclair, CEO, National Employment Services Association
Panel members include:
Damien Woods, senior consultant, Centre for Business, Work and Ageing, Swinburne University of Technology
Hans van pelt, general manager, employment, Adult Multicultural Education Services
Katie Malyon, solicitor & barrister, Katie Malyon & Associates, Lawyers
John Molenaar, executive director, Manufacturing and Engineering Skills Advisory Body
Almost all industries are facing a current skill shortage. Find out the best way for your company to address the skill shortage, from our team of advisors and legal experts.
· Discover new retention strategies and retain your skilled employees
· Understand the latest changes to visa entitlements and migration law
· Find out the best way to capture the ageing work force

3.15pm - 4.15pm EMPLOYER BRANDING
Naomi Simson, CEO, RedBalloon Days
Creating a positive corporate identity means your business will attract a higher percentage of talented employees, as well as customers and investors. The organisational brand also has a significant impact on retention and staff satisfaction levels.
· What are your employees saying about your organisation?
· What are your employer reputation strengths and threats?
· How can you link your business values and culture?

4.15pm - 5.00pm INCREASING CROSS-CULTURAL AWARENESS
Trisha Carter, cross cultural training consultant, SIRVA Relocation
An essential component of international performance is the development of highly trained people who are capable of success across cultures. This session aims to demystify cross-cultural training through a series of quizzes, case studies and audience involvement. Discover what some of the common language and communication barriers are in business. Find out how to help expatriates adjust after they have been internationally relocated on short or long-term assignments.

5.00pm - 6.00pm OFFICIAL HR SUMMIT 06 NETWORKING FUNCTION

DAY 2 - WEDNESDAY 4 OCTOBER 2006

9.00am - 10.00am TRANSFORMING YOUR LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES
Victoria Bethlehem, director of knowledge management, Select Australasia
Since implementing its human capital management strategy, Select Australasia has seen a decline in staff attrition by 23%. Find out how company initiatives such as the Select recruitment qualification, mentoring programs and the leadership camp led to Select Australasia being recognised as a Hewitt Best Employer 2005.
· Which training techniques will work best for your organisation?
· How can you develop your staff to their full potential?
· Which methods will shape your employees into leaders?

10.15am - 10.35am MORNING TEA

10.00am - 10.30am TEAM BUILDING
James Michael, leadership specialist, Global Speakers & Entertainers
Don't miss James Michael's session on team building! With a background in recruitment with the Australian Army, James specialises in developing high performance teams through effective frontline leadership. Find out how his experience can help you create a stronger team dynamic in your organisation.
· Revolutionise your decision-making skills, problem solving and motivation techniques
· Improve communication processes within your HR team and the company as a whole
· Transform your department into a focused, competitive team

10.30am - 10.55am MORNING TEA

10.55am - 12.30pm WORKPLACE LAW REFORMS
Michael Harmer, chairman & senior team leader; Chris Molnar, partner & team leader; Katerina Kasmski, senior associate; Harmers Workplace Lawyers
Make sure you are fully updated now that the WorkChoices legislation has come into force. Learn from experts in industrial relations and employment law, understand the changes that you need to make to your business, and hear about some case studies that are already emerging.
· Find out how you can minimise your exposure to employee litigation
· Make sure you use your resources efficiently to make the transition to the new federal workplace relations system
· Find the right answers for those gruelling questions from your employees

12.30pm - 1.30pm LUNCH

1.30pm - 2.45pm GENERATING HIGH PERFORMERS OF ALL AGES
Chair; Stuart King, CEO, Diversity@work Australia
Panel members include:
Mark McCrindle, director, McCrindle Research
Chris Gillies, non-executive director, Oakton
John Kerr, project co-ordinator, Grey Matters, Victorian Employers' Chamber Commerce and Industry
Michael Iaccarino, executive officer, Melbourne West Area Consultative Committee
Developing employees from different age groups is a challenge for HR management. Find out the best strategies to use, from companies who are leading the way in cross-generational people practice. What strategies work best for attracting Generations X, Y and baby boomers?
· Should your retention techniques vary depending on the age group you are targeting?
· Understand how to engage and get the most from Generation Y

2.45pm - 4.00pm DRIVING EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT THROUGH YOUR PEOPLE STRATEGY
Colin Beames, principal, WRDI Institute
Engaging the hearts and minds of employees is paramount to organisational survival. Take a strategic approach to engagement, and reap the rewards as your company experiences unprecedented levels of productivity and increased cohesion. This session will be led by one of Australia's leading engagement and retention experts, who is currently writing a book titled Engaging and Retaining Your Workforce: The Definitive Guide.
· What is the business case for engaging and retaining?
· Diagnose engagement and retention risk and find out how to apply targeted interventions
· Measure effective leadership and its link to employee engagement and retention

4.00pm CLOSE

Key Media reserves the right to vary the program and speakers due to any cancellations or rescheduling