2008 Annual Conference & Exhibition
October 15-16, 2008
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Pittsburgh, PA
Come and be a part of Pittsburgh’s premiere 2008 Human Resources Conference and Exhibition. You will have the opportunity to learn and network with 500 HR professionals from across the state and visit with over 100 exhibitors that will display their company’s latest products and services oriented toward the needs of HR professionals. The theme of the conference “Diamond Jubiliee: 60 Years of HR Excellence” will allow for an expansive list of breakout speakers as well as great Keynote Speakers.
Opening Keynote, Doug Hardy, a certified job and career transition coach, runs Monster’s publishing program for employers and job seekers, and is the co-author of three books in the Monster Careers series and Fastweb College Gold, a guide to student financial aid. Mr. Hardy will be addressing the audience on the topic: “Solve The Puzzle: The Strategies Involved with Attracting the Best Candidates Using Marketing and Employer Branding, Acquiring the Right Talent and Advancing and Retaining Great Employees.”
Steve L. Robbins, Ph.D., who wears many hats as a speaker, professor, writer and consultant will address the issue of “Unintentional Intolerance.” Dr. Robbins works with numerous organizations across the country, assisting them in developing the necessary skills and environment that fully utilize the diverse human resources that abound in our world. Through sharing his message and his own personal story, he is guaranteed to take you on a trip filled with laughter, learning, heightened self awareness and even tears.
Closing Keynote Johnny Taylor, is the Immediate Past Chairman of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). Mr. Taylor is a nationally- renowned public speaker and educator who offers workshops and presentations to Human Resource professionals across the country. His topic will focus on “The Courage to Change,” bringing the program to an unforgettable end.
