The Workplace Conference: Navigating through Change and Challenge
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(Check-In 9:00am)
5.00 Credits
Member Price $300.00
Non-Member Price $300.00
Overview
In a time of constant change, it’s essential for organizations and professionals to remain resilient and adaptable. This one-day, in-person conference brings together professionals and thought leaders to explore how organizations can navigate complexity in the workplace.
Join us for a day of learning, thought-provoking discussions, and valuable networking opportunities.
Sessions include:
• Legal and regulatory updates
• Navigating changes related to employee turnover
• A panel featuring representatives from ALPFA, Ascend, and NABA
• A conversation on aligning culture and values during organizational change
• A facilitated group discussion
We’ll conclude the day with a networking reception—an opportunity to connect with peers, speakers, and fellow attendees.
Group Discounts:
Groups of 3 or more, take 10% off (promo code GROUP3)
Groups of 5 or more, take 15% off (promo code GROUP5)
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Optional Session
- Registration and Breakfast
This session is available to registrants only.
Optional Session
- Welcome and Announcements
This session is available to registrants only.
Optional Session
- Legal and Regulatory Updates
Credits: 1 - Business Law
This session is available to registrants only.
Optional Session
- Break
This session is available to registrants only.
Optional Session
- Navigating Changes Related to Employee Turnover
Suana Watson, Consultant, People & Org. Strategy, Nonprofit HRSuana Watson
Suana Watson has progressive HR experience including employee relations, performance management, onboarding and orientation, recruiting, training, compensation and benefits. She is most passionate about providing support to clients in the areas of employee relations, compliance and process improvement. She wants to see employees be successful in their roles and will happily engage in discussions with employees and managers to provide guidance. Her goal is to become more active in diversity, inclusion and employee engagement efforts.
Prior to joining the firm, Suana spent several years as a government contractor, providing comprehensive HR support to clients. In addition to her day-to-day HR support, Suana has been acknowledged for her commitment to customer service.
After earning a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland, College Park, Suana went on to obtain a Master of Science (MS) degree in Management, with a focus in Project Management, from the University of Maryland, Global Campus (formerly known as the University of Maryland, University College).
Credits: 1 - Personnel/HR
This session is available to registrants only.
Optional Session
- Lunch
This session is available to registrants only.
Optional Session
- A Panel Featuring Representatives from ALPFA, Ascend, and NABA
Folashade Abiola-Banjac, Principal, CliftonLarsonAllen
Valery Maya, Healthcare Technology Consultant, PWCValery Maya
Valery Maya is a distinguished leader renowned for her extensive track record of catalyzing transformative change within Fortune 500 companies spanning various sectors. With over a decade of experience, she has consistently demonstrated her strategic acumen and adeptness in galvanizing cross-functional teams to drive remarkable improvements in strategy, operational efficiency, and bottom-line results.
Currently serving as a Healthcare Technology Consultant at PWC, Valery is at the forefront of revolutionizing healthcare networks, orchestrating strategic initiatives to optimize operations and elevate performance standards.
Prior to her role at PWC, Valery distinguished herself as a Senior Consultant at Saliense. Her tenure at MedStar Health as Operations Manager further underscores her prowess in streamlining complex systems, enhancing organizational efficiency, and elevating the overall patient experience.
Valery’s academic credentials are as impressive as her professional achievements. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, International Business from Marymount University, a Masters in Strategy, Leadership and Management from Michigan State University, and a Doctorate in Executive Leadership specializing in Latino Leadership from Charleston University. Additionally, she is certified as a Scrum Master, PMP, Agile practitioner, and Black Belt Lean Six Sigma expert.
Credits: 1 - Personnel/HR
This session is available to registrants only.
Optional Session
- A Conversation on Aligning Culture and Values During Organizational Change
Leea Carter, Director of Belonging, CliftonLarsonAllenLeea Carter
With a rich background in collegiate athletics, Leea brings an unwavering passion for teamwork and collaboration to CLA. As the Director of Belonging at CLA, Leea spearheads strategic projects in educational programming and communications. She leads initiatives that span across CLA offices, fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging. Leea also oversees CLA’s virtual belonging communities, and belonging ambassadors, while supporting efforts from the community engagement team, and the CLA Foundation. Her dedication to creating an inclusive environment ensures that every member of the CLA community feels valued and supported.
Credits: 1 - Business Mgt & Org
This session is available to registrants only.
Optional Session
- Break
This session is available to registrants only.
Optional Session
- A Facilitated Group Discussion
Leea Carter, Director of Belonging, CliftonLarsonAllenLeea Carter
With a rich background in collegiate athletics, Leea brings an unwavering passion for teamwork and collaboration to CLA. As the Director of Belonging at CLA, Leea spearheads strategic projects in educational programming and communications. She leads initiatives that span across CLA offices, fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging. Leea also oversees CLA’s virtual belonging communities, and belonging ambassadors, while supporting efforts from the community engagement team, and the CLA Foundation. Her dedication to creating an inclusive environment ensures that every member of the CLA community feels valued and supported.
Credits: 1 - Personnel/HR
This session is available to registrants only.
Optional Session
- Networking Reception
This session is available to registrants only.
Non-Member Price $300.00
Member Price $300.00