January Meeting: DAHRM After Hours
This is our annual business meeting and social gathering.... we elect officers, plan for upcoming topics, and there will be prizes, great food, and lots of celebration for the year's accomplishments!
When:Thursday, January 26, 2012, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.
Program Host: Your DAHRM Officers
Location: Durango Herald building
Cost: It is the officer's treat for hor d'oeuvers and wine.
Click here for the information flyer.

Please RSVP to Danielle at danielle@durangoherald.com no later than January 20th, 2012
and remember to bring a $30 check for your membership renewal. You can update your organization's information by using our 2012 member form and member bio form found under Links and Resources on this website.

Please consider serving your colleagues in 2012 as a DAHRM officer... click here for a list of duties for these important roles.

Community Meeting: Center for Improving Value in Health Care
Stakeholder Meeting in Southwest Colorado
Wednesday, January 25, 2012

When: Noon-1:30 pm (lunch and room provided by SWCAHEC
and CHAC)
Where: Durango Public Library, Program Room #1
RSVP by Jan. 23 (for lunch, please): elizabeth.silverstein@swcahec.org
For more information see handout and flyer

Our History of Previous Meeting Topics:

November 2011: “Payroll Issues for Human Resource Professionals”
Bryan Dear and Eric Malone from the Payroll Department will explore issues related to Payroll and Employee classification specifically geared towards Human Resource Professionals:
• Worker Classification (Exempt vs. Non-Exempt and Employee vs. Contract Labor)
• Current trends in agency scrutiny around the above
• Timekeeping and Attendance
• Latest News in Payroll Tax legislation
Location: Durango Herald downstairs meeting room
Cost: $15

October 2011: "Badges? Badges? We Don't Need No Stinkin' Badges!"
This session will present information on the investigtion of incidents, allegations, and crimes in the workplace. Former Special Agent Mark Prouty will show you how to conduct preliminary inquiries and investigtions into workplace incidents.
When: Monday, October 3
11:30 to 1:00 pm
Presenter: Mark Prouty
Host: DAHRM
Location: DoubleTree Hotel
Cost: $15
Lunch: Roasted Vegetable Focaccia or Delin Ham/Turkey Sandwich OR Gluten-free Chicken Salad 

September 2011: Casual Friday, Body Odor, and Piercings... Oh My!
This session will explore appearance and dress code pitfalls.
When: Wednseday, September 21, 2011
12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
Presenter: Lynne Sholler of Employer's Advantage
Host: DAHRM
Location: Strater Hotel Pullman Room
Cost: $15
Lunch: Chicken salad croissant, pasta salad, beverage and dessert. Please indicate vegetarian when sending your RSVP if desired.

August 2011: DAHRM's Annual Law Update
When: Wednesday, August 3, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Presenters: Bechtel, Santo, LLP
Host: DAHRM Officers
Location: Durango DoubleTree Hotel
Cost: $40 for members, $80 for non-members ($70 for new members, includes $30 membership fee)
Lunch: Choice of Roasted Turkey Focaccia, Gluten Free Chicken Salad, or Vegetarian Ciabattta.

July 2011: Enriching Employee Work and Play Experience Through Community Giving Programs"
When: Wednesday, July 27, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Presenters: Lizzie Ritter and Carrie Betts
Host: Mercury Payment Systems
Location: DurangoSpace, 1221 Main Ave.
Cost: $15 for members, $16 for non-members
Lunch: Choice of Calabrese Salami Sandwich or Marinated Portobello Mushroom Sandwich. Both with sides.

June 2011: "Managing Multi-Generational Teams"
Presenter: Phil Bryson
Program Hosts: Paula Meadows/Russell Planning and Engineering and Lyndee Beller/Tafoya, Barrett and Associates
Location: Himalayan Kitchen meeting room, 942 Main Ave. Durango
Cost: $.12.00 for members, $14.00 for visitors
Lunch: Himalayan Kitchen's famous lunch buffet

May 2011: "The Benefits of an EAP Program"
Presenter: Dave Guy of Discovery Counseling will discuss how employers and employees benefit from an Employee Assistance Program.
Program Host: Melinda Murphy, Colorado Workforce Center and Dani Jack, Western Technologies
Location: Mercy Regional Medical Center
Cost: $9.00 for members, $11.00 for visitors
Lunch: Pasta Primavera (with and without chicken) Caesar Salad, garlic bread and Key Lime Pie (Buffet Style)

April 2011: "Returning Worker's Compensation Employees Back to Work"
Presenter: Mitch Veeder from Pinnacol Assurance will discuss how to overcome the challenges of getting an employee on worker's comp to return to work.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Program Host: Ken Bates, Durango Insurance
Location: First National Bank, 259 W. 9th St., Durango- downstairs conference room.
Cost: $10.00 for members, $12.00 for visitors
Lunch: Turkey, Ham, or Veggie wraps with chips and drinks by CJ's Diner

July 2010: “Health Care Reform”
Presenter: Steve ErkenBrack, President of Rocky Mountain Health Plans
Monday, July 19, 2010, 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Program Host: Ken Bates, Durango Insurance Professionals
Location: Durango Rec. Center, 2700 Main Avenue, Durango, CO
Cost: $13 for members, $14 for non-members
Lunch: Catered by CJ’s and will include assorted sandwiches. There will be a vegetarian option available.

June 2010: “Finding Gold! Mining a Liberal Arts Education: How Not to Overlook Talent!”
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Program Host: Allyn Talg
Location: Durango Rec. Center, 2700 Main Avenue, Durango, CO in the Window Room
Cost: $13 for members, $14 for non-members

May 2010: "The Language of Conflict Management and Constructive Feedback"
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
10 AM to 3:00 PM
Program Host: Lynne Sholler
Location: VFW
Cost: $15 for members, $16 for non-members

April 2010: "Greening Your Wallet: Employer & employee Energy Education"
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
11:30 AM TO 1:00 PM
Program Host: Aileen Tracy
Location: Durango Public Library, Program Room 1
Cost: $12 for members, $13 for non-members.

March 2010: "Effective Coaching for HR Professionals"
Friday, March 19, 2010
11:30 AM TO 1:00 PM
Program Host: Sherri Haldorson
Presenter: Anna Pool
Location: The Strater Hotel
Cost: $15.00 for members, $16 for non-members.

February 2010: "Hiring Ex-Offenders"
Wednesday, February 24, 2010 from 1:30 AM TO 1:00P.M.
Program Host: SW Colorado Mental Health Center
Logistics Host: Jane Hunt
Location: Community Connections/San Juan Basin Health Building at 281 Sawyer Drive in Bodo Park. Use the "Conference Room" entrance under the purple awning.
Cost: $14.00.

January 2010: DAHRM's Annual Meeting and selection of 2010 Officers.
Fabulous prizes, great food, and lots of celebration for the year's accomplishments!
Program Host: Your DAHRM Officers
Logistics Host: Jacque Hendricks
Location: Community Connections/San Juan Basin Health Building at 281 Sawyer Drive in Bodo Park. Use the "Conference Room" entrance under the purple awning.
Cost: It is the officer's treat for hor d'oeuvers and wine.
Please RSVP to Breeanna. and remember to bring a $30 check for your membership renewal. You can update your organization's information by using our 2010 member form and member bio form found under Links and Resources on this website.
December 2009: No meeting this month... enjoy this season with your family and friends!

November 2009: "High Deductible Health Plans and Health Savings Accounts"
with Jim Breitbach and Casey Hanneman with the Denman Employer Benefits Group
Thursday, November 19, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
The "HDHP" and "HSA" acronyms are increasing in use as employers seek benefit solutions for their workers. High Deductible Health Plans have tripled since 2005, so the topic is a timely one to learn more about! This presentation gives a good overview on the concept behind a High Deductible Health Plan and how Health Savings Accounts work together with the plan for employees. The session will also share national statistics and adoption rates and end with a "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" theme to review the important concepts. The Denman Group are employee benefits specialists who consult on insurance options for employers.
Program Host: Durango School District 9-R
Location: Durango School Board Room- Administration Building at 12th St. and 2nd Avenue (please walk or ride your bike.. .if necessary, please park on 3rd Avenue, or at metered spaces on 12th Street).
Luncheon details: Fajita Bar catered by CJ's Diner
Cost: $14 for members, $16 for non-members
For more information see flyer
Please RSVP by November 16 to Breeanna.Mcclure@hilton.com or phone 382-3940
Cost: $20.00

October 2009: Policy Manuals and Electronic Documentation Requirements Workshp
Presenter Lynn Scholler, Esq. will provide detailed training concerning employee relations, policy manuals, and what every HR professional needs to know about electronic documentation requirements in legal actions.
Monday, October 26, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Program Host: Your DAHRM Officers
Location: Durango Recreation Center
RSVP by October 21 to Breeanna.Mcclure@hilton.com or phone 382-3940
Cost: $20.00
Lunch catered by Yellow Carrot (please indicate your preference for vegetarian selection when sending your RSVP)

September 2009: Canceled

August 2009: "Employment Law Update"
with Bechtel and Santo, LLC as speakers.
Thursday, August 6, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Join us as we learn about recent changes in FMLA, Worker's Compensation, FLSA Wage and Hour rules, sexual harassment law, as well as updates to state and federal employment forms. This all-day session is a must for any HR professional.
Program Host: Your DAHRM Officers
Logistics Host: Jacque Hendricks
Location: DoubleTree Hotel
RSVP by July 28 to Breeanna.Mcclure@hilton.com or phone 382-3940
Cost: $40 for members, $80 for non-members, $50 for new members (includes 2009 DAHRM membership dues!)
Lunch and snacks for breaks provided.

July 2009: "A Comprehensive Community College for Southwest Colorado"
This presentation by Southwest Community College staff will discuss the question, "how Community Colleges partner with industry to prepare the local workforce." Information will also be presented on the merger of Pueblo Community College with the San Juan Technical College and programming offered which may benefit our employees.
Tuesday, July 28, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Location: SW Colorado Community College
710 Camino Del Rio Room 219 (The Commons Building)
Lunch Details: $12.50 for members, $14.50 for non-members. Advance ordering is not necessary; vegetarian items will be available.
RSVP by July 24 to: Breeanna.Mcclure@hilton.com

June 2009: "Resiliency"
Guest speaker will be Mark White, MA – Director of the SWCMHC Office of Consumer and Family Affairs. His presentation will be an interactive one titled, “Resiliency in Recovery.” The presentation will support group members in identifying factors which promote resiliency and discussing their potential application(s) to the HR profession.
Tuesday, June 16, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm at the Columbine Center
Program Host: Jane Hunt, SouthWest Colorado Mental Health Center
RSVP by June 15 to: Breeanna.Mcclure@hilton.com
Luncheon details.... $12 for members, $15 for non-members. Advance selection is not necessary- vegetarian selections will be available.

May 2009: "ADA Law and You"
Presenter: Candace Brandt will be speaking on the key elements of the Americans With Disabilities Act and how it affects our businesses.
Wednesday, May 20, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Program Host: Southwest Colorado Workforce Center
Location: Sky Ute Conference Center
RSVP to: mbrennan@durango.k12.co.us
Luncheon details...$14 for members- see meeting flyer for details

April 2009: "Modeling Wellness in the Workplace"
Wednesday, April 22, 11:45 am to 1:15 pm
Presented by the Durango Area Wellness Network (D.A.W.N.)
Program Host: Margaret Simon, Employee Benefits of the Southwest
Location: San Juan Basin Health Columbine Conference Center
Luncheon cost: $13 for members, $15 for non-members. Choice of Honey Glazed Turkey or Roasted Veggie sandwiches. See flyer below for more information.
RSVP to: mbrennan@durango.k12.co.us

March 2009: "S.W.E.E.T.- SouthWest Employee
Education and Therapy"
Tuesday, March 31, 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Program Host: SouthWest Colorado Mental Health Center
RSVP to: mbrennan@durango.k12.co.us

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Last updated 1/12/2012