HR Exchange Talks - The Layoffs Debate: Balancing Business Needs and Employee Well-Being
Join HR thought leaders and employment lawyers as they have a conversation with HR Exchange Network about how employers walk the tightrope between conducting layoffs and supporting the dignity of their workforce.
Anyone looking at their LinkedIn feed during this economic downturn has experienced a tornado of posts about recent layoffs. Some insensitive employers have made the rounds on social media for laying off large groups of remote workers via Zoom or blog post, which is an employee value proposition killer. While the tech sector has been hit hardest, economists are warning that more layoffs and a full-fledged recession could be on the horizon.
This kind of news is tough for Human Resources professionals, who are charged with both conducting layoffs and tending to the emotional needs of employees. Balancing those two roles is a challenge and one for which HR professionals must brace themselves. As a result, HR Exchange Network is gathering thought leaders and employment lawyers, with a tremendous following in the community, to discuss the delicate dance HR leaders must pull off when conducting layoffs with compassion.
You will learn about:
- The legal obligations of employers conducting layoffs
- How to avoid going viral for all the wrong reasons in the aftermath of layoffs
- How to break the news to the workforce, both those directly impacted by the layoffs and those remaining on the job
- Ways to support those who are being let go in the wake of the layoffs
- Whether it is even possible to conduct compassionate layoffs
Speakers
Kate Bischoff
Employment Attorney
HR Consultant
Kate Bischoff is an overly enthusiastic, sarcastic, and opinionated management-side employment attorney and human resources professional. She works closely with management, HR folk, and technology companies to improve organizations through training, policy, and investigation work in addition to everyday advice and counseling. Prior to starting her own business, Kate served as the HR Officer for Consulate General Jerusalem and U.S. Embassy Lusaka, Zambia. Kate has been recognized by The New York Times, CNN.com, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, National Public Radio, and other journalistic sources as a leading authority on harassment, technology in the workplace, and employment law.
Jon Hyman
Employment and Labor Attorney
Craft Brewers Industry
Jon Hyman is a nationally recognized employment and labor attorney, author, speaker, blogger, and media source.
Joey V. Price
HR Thought Leader, Podcaster, CEO
Jumpstart:HR
Joey V. Price is an award-winning Human Resources Executive, thought leader, and the Founder and CEO of Jumpstart:HR. The company offers HR outsourcing and consulting for startups and small businesses. Joey also co-hosts the "While We Were Working" weekly podcast for leaders in the workplace who wish to be better at handling people issues. A seasoned HR professional with hands-on experience in multiple organizations, Joey advocates for businesses to translate their goal into high ROI through happily engaged staff members. He also serves on the Advisory Board for the HR Department at the Forbes School of Business and Technology, the UKG Workforce Institute, and the Ethics in AI Board at Arena Analytics.
Katee Van Horn
HR Thought Leader and DEI Consultant
VH Included
With over 24 years in the Human Resource and People space, Katee Van Horn has built and grown teams in every facet of HR. Most recently, she leads her Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion consultancy, VH Included, where she partners with organizations to strengthen their cultures. In addition, Katee sits on the Multicultural Advisory Board for One Community AZ and co-hosts the Inclusive AF podcast, where she discusses Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion topics. She is particularly interested in driving diverse leadership teams to create inclusive cultures where everyone can thrive. Katee also likes to spend her time with her 18 nieces and nephews and enjoy the sunshine in Arizona.
