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2011
Events in May, 2011
Future of Leadership Development
May 25-26, 2011
Barcelona, Spain
What worked yesterday isn’t working today! Priorities and plans have changed dramatically across every business sector, and leaders are doing their best to react, recover and retool…but they need help!
Attend and:
- Understand the Changing Global Business Environment: CEO’s look at the Implications for LD
- Develop Leaders who can drive Innovation & Growth
- Integrate Coaching into your Business Strategy, TM, and Succession Planning
- Improve your Leadership Devt Programs
- Gain knowledge on Leadership Branding / Burnout / Change
- Develop a Leadership Learning Strategy
- Enhance tools to measure Leadership Agility
- Get the newest insights on Blended Learning
- See how Technology transforms leadership development
Speaker panel:
- Vice-President of HR, Schneider Electric
- Global Head of Leadership Devt, Nokia Siemens Networks
- Vice-President Leadership Devt, Credit Suisse
- Former CEO, Shell
- Author of “One Page TM” & President, Talent Strategy Group
- Former Global Head of Leadership Devt, Learning & Diversity, ING Bank
- HR Director EMEA, AkzoNobel
- CEO, T-Systems France
- Expert on the New World of Work & CEO, TomorrowToday
For more information, visit the conference website, or contact Michael Nielson
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ExpatSafe Congress
May 19-20, 2011 –Station Airport
Düsseldorf, Germany
Join this two-day conference and exhibition focused on expatriate safety during their international assignments. ExpatSafe Congress consists of three information modules, with ample opportunity for networking.
Global employment and global mobility are in the centre of each module. Our exhibitors focus is on the security aspect of an assignment and informs you about new solutions, products and services. In our workshops you learn the current and hot topics and issues that move the community. The highlight of the congress is the English-speaking conference on the second day. Highly ranked speakers out of industry, consulting and service report about the most recent developments in their companies referring to practical experiences.
For more information, visit the conference website.
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Events in April, 2011
AIRINC Expatriate Compensation Seminars
April 6-7, 2011 – The Houstonian, Houston, Texas (USA)
AIRINC is hosting a two-day seminar appropriate for HR professionals that manage international assignments. The first day will focus on the fundamentals of expatriate compensation. The second day will cover more advanced material, addressing best practices in policy design and strategy. International human resources professionals or the equivalent can register to attend either or both modules.
More info…
This program is also planned for Dubai, Toronto and Shanghai. Dates to be announced.
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Events in March, 2011
Webinar:
Environmental Health & Safety in Africa
Thursday, March 24, 2011 – 9:00 am (New York)
Tuesday, March 29, 2011 – 11:00 am (New York)
Are you aware of the increasingly stringent Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) regulations throughout Africa? Are you comfortable that your local facilities are knowledgeable about such regulations? Do you know if your operations are in compliance?
Enhesa, Inc., a global EHS consultancy, is hosting a webinar which will focus on:
- the development of African EHS laws and regulations
- evolution of regulatory frameworks
- enforcement trends and developments
- potential business impacts
- challenges to compliance
There is no fee for the webinar.
For more information, or to register, visit the event website.
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One Day Seminar on Alternative International Assignments
March 16, 2011
No.11 Cavendish Square, London, UK
ECA International is hosting a one-day seminar focused on alternative international assignments. Attendees will learn how to structure and manage the following types of international assignments, with an emphasis on tax, social security, employment law and immigration considerations:
- Short-term assignments
- Commuter assignments
- Localisation
- Special policies, e.g. developmental
Experts from the following firms will participate:
- BDO LLP
- Fragomen
- Speechly Bircham
- The Yuill Consultancy
- ECA International
For more information, or to register, visit the event website, or click here to register.
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AIRINC Expatriate Compensation Seminars
March 2-3, 2011 – Brown’s Hotel, London, UK
AIRINC is hosting a two-day seminar appropriate for HR professionals that manage international assignments. The first day will focus on the fundamentals of expatriate compensation. The second day will cover more advanced material, addressing best practices in policy design and strategy. International human resources professionals or the equivalent can register to attend either or both modules.
More info…
This program is also planned for Dubai, Toronto and Shanghai. Dates to be announced.
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Events in February, 2011
Global Immigration Webinars
Tuesday, February 15, 2011 – 11:00 am – 12:00 pm (US Central Time/GMT-6)
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 – 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm (GMT)
Paragon GeoImmigration presents Elaine Martin, an experienced immigration attorney and Director of the firm’s global immigration practice, in a webinar that explores the top 10 things you need to know about the ever-changing landscape of global immigration.
Cost: Complimentary
Register for the webinar by clicking the link below”
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Events in January, 2011
Breakfast Briefing from the Global Personnel Alliance
Global and Mobile – Employing An International Workforce
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLP
75 East 55th Street, New York, NY 10022
Conference Room 701/2
Continental Breakfast at 8:00 a.m.
Program from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Employers operating outside the U.S. face increasing challenges as countries around the world tighten employment and immigration laws governing third-country nationals who are conducting business and working within their borders. The program will address the myriad laws and policies companies should consider to avoid costly pitfalls with global assignments and business trips. We will also offer best practices to address the top ten global employment and immigration issues.
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Events in November, 2010
Organizational and Employee Development Summit
November 29, 2010 – Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Intercontinental Hotel, Abu Dhabi
Bainouna Street
Abu Dhabi, UAE
J&P Associates and the Canadian Business Council are presenting a half-day workshop covering the latest and most effective strategies and themes for personal growth, leadership development, career and ultimate success!!
Some of the topics to be covered in the workshop include:
- How effective organizations are structured and managed
- Strategies for lasting success and latest trends in learning & development
- Get employees to regulate their emotions & motivate themselves effectively
- Help employees deal with difficult situations & manage stress
- Increase personal productivity by 20-35% & teamwork by 15-35% (proven success)
- Initiate an Emotional Intelligence (EI) Assessment and know which skills need improvement
For more information, or to register for the conference, contact Warren Turnham at J&P via email.
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Webinar: Global Employees Year-End Reporting for US Tax
November 17, 2010 – 3:00-4:30 pm Eastern time (GMT-5)
Grant Thornton presents a webinar to help international assignment professionals navigate the complexities of year-end compensation reporting for US taxes.
This webcast will include the following topics:
- Year end compensation accumulation and review
- Temporary and indefinite assignments
- Shadow and split payroll reconciliations
- Multiple W-2’s from one employer
For more information, call Grant Thornton at 1-888-228-0988, or visit the registration page for the webinar.
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AIRINC Expatriate Compensation Seminars
November 10-11, 2010 – Conrad Hotel Hong Kong
October 21-22, 2010 – The Fairmont San Jose, San Jose, CA
AIRINC is hosting a two-day seminar appropriate for HR professionals that manage international assignments. The first day will focus on the fundamentals of expatriate compensation. The second day will cover more advanced material, addressing best practices in policy design and strategy. International human resources professionals or the equivalent can register to attend either or both modules.
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The International HR Practitioner
London – London – November 3-4, 2010
Hong Kong – October 20-21, 2010
September 15-16, 2010
ECA International, a leading expatriate data service provider, has announced the schedule for the remainder of 2010 for their training course, The International HR Practitioner. The course is suitable for new international HR professionals, and covers the fundamentals and day-to-day challenges during a two-day workshop.
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Events in October, 2010
ECA Government Organisations Forum
October 21, 2010 – myHotelChelsea, London, UK
ECA International is hosting a one-day conference for Government Organisations with a focus on international assignment management. Topics include:
- Reviewing overseas allowances and identifying areas for potential cost-saving
- Work-life balance considerations and addressing dual career challenges at the UN
- Education provision and support
- Medical insurance arrangements – challenges and options
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Performance Through People – Capability and Context
October 13-14, 2010 – Budapest, Hungary
Intercontinental Hotel, Budapest
Apáczai Csere János utca 12
1052 V. kerület, Budapest, Hungary
The Corporate Research Forum (CRF) will be hosting its international conference in Budapest this year. This event will provide a stimulating forum to access ground-breaking research and examine good practice on building organisational performance from an individual – team and organisational perspective from recognised industry insiders.
Presenters and keynoters include:
- Marcus Alexander, Associate Professor of Strategic and International Management at London Business School;
- Pat Wright, Professor of Strategic Human Resources at Cornell University; and
- Representatives from Logica, Lloyds Banking Group, GSK and the US Army.
For more information, or to register for the conference, contact Madga Newman at CRF – +44 (0) 207 470 7104, or via email.
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HR Directors International Summit
October 12-13, 2010
Crowne Plaza Prague, Czech Republic
The HR Directors International Summit is the ultimate gathering of International and pan-European HR professionals bringing together key personnel, thought leaders, academics, HR practitioners and leading HR service providers. The summit provides a rewarding platform for HR professionals to access leading programs and key knowledge to take back into their work and careers.
The Summit will offer presentations, panel discussions, case studies and workshops by top industry professionals, researchers, consultants and academics. Learn about emerging challenges and development strategies in the Human Resources industry and achieve greater business results.
Topics Covered:
- Recruitment & Retention Strategies: Vital in current and post economic conditions
- Talent Management Strategies: Bringing your talent management vision to life
- Leadership Training & Development: Learn the strategies that work
- HR Organisational Strategies & Development: Align your HR structure with your corporate goals
- Performance Management & Optimisation: Learn how managers move from reactive to pro-active management
- Diversity in Organisational Development: Developing diversity strategies to support individuals in their careers and professional development
- Organisational Change: It’s critical for leaders and managers to be successful at organisational change
- HR Outsourcing: Deliver Consistent and Measurable Project Success
- Change Management: Change must be realistic, achievable and measurable how do you achieve this
- Software & Technology in HR: Crucial to address the real fear in the HR Technology marketplace and how this can help you achieve your goals
- Compensation and Benefit: Current strategies in the economic climate and post crisis
- Organisational Engagement: How to achieve full levels of employee engagement
- HR as a business partner: Aligning HR and business strategy
- HR Legislation: How to and working with unions
- Career Development: the changing role of HR leaders
- Succession Planning: Best practices in succession planning
For more information, or to register for the conference, contact the event sponsor by phone – +44(0) 203 397 0528, or via email.
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Cross-Border Employment and Labor Law in Brazil
October 6, 2010 – 1:00 pm (13:00) Eastern Time (GMT-5)
Littler Mendelson is hosting a webinar about cross-border employment and labor law in Brazil: Topics include:
- Sources of Employment Law
- Definitions of Employer, Employee and Independent Contractor
- Employment Contracts Hiring and Firing
- Mandatory Payments and Benefits
- Unions and Collective Bargaining
- Issues When Transferring Employees to Brazil
Our expert author Mariana Villa da Costa will be the featured presenter at the webinar.
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International Assignment Management Conference
October 5, 2010 – Melrose Arch Hotel, Johannesburg, South Africa
ECA International is hosting a one-day conference on international assignment management. Topics include:
- An update on the global business and HR landscape, with a focus on employee mobility patterns and practices
- The latest trends in managing mobility – hear the highlights from ECA’s recent policy survey
- Defining and developing the global workforce – growing and retaining key mobile talent
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Events in September, 2010
4th Annual Excellence in Talent Management
September 29-30, 2010
This event will give you the facts and the insights you need to refine your talent strategy and reduce risk during unconventional times. It will also provide the Learning, Networking and Benchmarking platform you need. The format includes case studies, and interactive sessions and workshops.
Attend and:
- Recognise the importance of redefining and rethinking visions
- Challenge your current systems with industry best practice
- Gain insights into the latest trends in TM
- Listen to case studies from peers that have achieved real and measurable results
- Be motivated to think and act strategically
- Know where competitive advantage is to be found in the next 3-5 years
- Nurture leadership to compete in a new world
- Learn what the market is doing and what they want to do
- Be prepared to integrate Generation Y in the work force
Speakers include:
- Vice President – Global Talent Management, HERTZ
- Global Head of Leadership Development, Learning and Diversity, ING
- Group SVP, Head of Talent, ABB
- Global Head Talent Development, NOVARTIS
- Director Talent, Performance & Reward, WHIRLPOOL
- Head of Talent and Performance Management, DEUTSCHE TELEKOM
- Global Head Talent Management and Talent Acquisition, SYNGENTA
- CEO and TM Guru, Tomorrow today
For more information, or to register for the conference, contact the event sponsor by email or phone: +34 93 304 28 47.
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Events in June, 2010
Excellence in Internal Communications
June 23-24, 2010
Hotel Barceló Atenea Mar, Barcelona, Spain
This conference on Internal Communications will ensure that your internal communications function is equipped to deliver the new leadership agenda and engage employees.
Case studies and roundtable discussions will focus on:
- Understanding the future of Social Media in the workplace & its impact on engagement
- Conducting innovative staff surveys to gauge employee satisfaction
- Setting up tools to increase morale & motivation strategies
- Developing effective internal communications to enhance staff engagement
- The history and the future of internal communications
- The 21st Century Communicator
- The CEO Gap. A powerful session with a CEO on his real expectations of the Internal Communications functions
For more information, visit the event website or contact the event sponsor by email or telephone: +34 93 304 2847.
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Events in May, 2010
International Conference on Human Capital for Sustainable Economies
May 27-28, 2010 – Karlsruhe, Germany
A two-day International Conference on Developing Human Capital for Sustainable Economies will be held from May 27th to 28th, 2010 in the “green” city of Karlsruhe, Germany. This event will bring together academia, senior executives of public and private organisations, chief human capital officers, business executives and corporate advisors, economists, policy makers, environmental management experts, sustainable development practitioners, representatives of international development agencies and other relevant stakeholders to discuss key emerging issues including:
- global warming and the emergence of the green economy;
- how is the transformation from high to low carbon and sustainable economy impacting human capital management;
- and effective initiatives needed to develop and manage human capital for the next economies – the green economies.
Further to the knowledge sharing on greening human capital, the upcoming event also provides an excellent networking opportunity with members of international agencies, governmental and non-governmental institutions, senior corporate and hr executives, academia, economists, sustainable development practitioners and other relevant stakeholders in Europe and beyond.
For more information, visit the conference website, or contact the sponsor via email.
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2nd Annual Human Capital Management Conference
May 24-26, 2010
Park Rotana – Abu Dhabi, UAE
The recent past has seen a shift in regional HR Policy and Strategies with more and more companies focusing on consolidating their workforce and developing the talent and skill set of their existing employees. Employee Motivation and Engagement continue to be important HR functions given that inspired employees are more efficient and dedicated to their work.
Fleming Gulf is proud to present their Second Annual Human Capital Management Conference in Abu Dhabi, focused on these themes.
Key topics:
- Motivation – Kindling the Inner Spark that makes an Ordinary Employee Extraordinary! Succession Planning – Developing today’s employees into tomorrow’s leaders
- Middle Level Management – Line Managers as key factors for Employee Retention
- Strategies to Reward Top Performing Employees when allocated budgets are too tight or non-existent.
- Communication – Keeping an open line of communication between all levels of employees to enhance team and partnership building
- Change Management – What is its relation to HR Development and Management?
For more information, visit the conference website, or contact Maria Luminita at Fleming Gulf via email, or by phone: +971 4 60 91575.
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Humanitarian HR Paris 2010:
Talent Management
May 19-21, 2010
Novotel Survilliers Saint Witz – Paris, France
People In Aid’s Humanitarian HR network (formerly known as EPN) exists to improve the ability of participating organisations, both individually and as a community, to find, select, prepare and retain personnel within a humanitarian context.
Getting the right people in the right place at the right time, and keeping them there, continues to be a major preoccupation for humanitarian organisations. This year’s HHR conference agenda will therefore reflect this by including sessions such as:
- Keynote addresses from the Head of Organisation Development and Change at Nokia, and from the Chairman of The FutureWork Forum
- Masterclasses on topics such as building a competency framework; identifying talent; managing and developing talent through rewards and incentives; and integrating talent management into organisational structures
- Practical skills-building exercises for you to take to your NGO
- Case studies from participating humanitarian NGOs, including reflection on talent management in the Haiti emergency response
- Peer learning process to learn or to refresh in your mind
- Poster presentations on topical issues surrounding talent management.
With plenty of participation and networking opportunities, the agenda will reflect your experiences and concerns, ensuring that you learn whilst doing and gain new perspectives on how talent can be effectively managed within your organisation and in the humanitarian sector as a whole.
For more information, visit the conference website, or contact People In Aid in London via email, or by phone: +44 (0)20 3095 3950.
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Events in April, 2010
Benchmarking Your Expatriate Salaries
April 28, 2010 – Hong Kong
8:30 – 10:30
Attend this free briefing and find out how your expatriate pay compares with others! Come away knowing how companies determine and deliver salary and benefits for expatriates in the region and how you can benefit from the survey.
Looking at results from ECA’s recently published Expatriate Market Pay Survey, this informative session will highlight common practice and regional trends in expatriate remuneration in Asia, focusing particularly on Hong Kong and China.
For more information, or to register, visit the event website, or contact Sandra Goossens at ECA.
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Human Resources Boot Camp
April 21-23, 2010 – Cross River State, Nigeria
Amber Tinapa Business Resort
Calabar, Adiabo, Cross River State, Nigeria
Kendor Consulting presents Human Resources Boot Camp, a training course designed to give Human Resources practitioners the core skills necessary to manage a strategically aligned Human Resources function.
The course is designed for both existing human resources professionals as well as for individuals seeking to make a career change into the HR field.
Some of the topics included in the course include:
- Human Resource Strategy and Planning
- Recruitment and Selection
- Performance Management
- Training and Development
- Compensation and Reward Management
- Employee Relations and Labour Law
- HR Administration
- Setting up the HR Function, and more.
Kendor Consulting is a Nigeria-based firm providing a broad range of HR services in the Nigerian market.
For more information, or to register for the course, visit the Kendor Consulting website or via email.
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Cross-Cultural Competence and Inter-Cultural Business Practices Certificate Program
Begins April 5, 2010 – San Diego, California (and online via webinar)
This certificate program is designed to prepare business people to establish business relationships and conduct business outside their home country. Cross-cultural awareness is not just something needed when taking an international assignment; having cultural savvy serves you well in understanding your business partners from other countries and ensures you have a successful experience.
This course includes guest lecturers from several different countries, all tied together by Denise Pirrotti Hummel, Esq., Founder of Universal Consensus. Several members of the Universal Consensus Global Alliance will serve as faculty for the course.
For more information on the course, including registration information, visit the University of San Diego website.
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Events in March, 2010
Nigeria Human Capital Conference 2010
March 31 – April 1, 2010
Eko Hotel and Suites – Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
Nigeria Human Capital is an international seminar series on human resource development of Nigeria. Initiated in partnership with the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria, NHC connects world authorities in business with leading human capital thinkers and practitioners in Nigeria to access international industry success stories and determine their applicability in attracting, developing and retaining the requisite capacity in Nigeria’s economic transformation across public and private sector.
NHC creates opportunities for Nigeria–oriented businesses to interface with leading business authorities the world over, for mutual gains. NHC Seminar Series has three components: Intellectual Discourse, Diaspora Recruitment Fair and Business Award/Gala Night per sector.
For more information, or to register, visit the event website, or contact the conference sponsor.
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Tax and Social Security Seminar
March 25, 2010 – London, UK
9:00 – 13:00
This half-day seminar to provide the latest information on tax, social security and employment legislation affecting international assignments into and out of the UK and EU. Attend this seminar and learn all about the new regulations to look out and plan for, and hear expert speakers provide practical advice on how to manage the changes to ensure you continue to deliver the most tax-effective and compliant mobility solutions for your company.
Topics include:
- The new EU social security regulations coming into effect 1 May 2010
- Company residence considerations
- How to identify the applicable jurisdiction for assignment contracts
- Implications of UK and EU pension legislation on employers and assignees
Presenters are representatives from BDO LLP, Lewis Silkin LLP, The Yuill Consultancy, and ECA International.
For more information, or to register, visit the event website, or contact Sandra Goossens at ECA.
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International Human Resources Management Annual Conference
March 10-11, 2010 – Houston, Texas
The Houstonian
111 North Post Oak Lane
Houston, Texas
The Annual International HR Management Conference sponsored by the National Foreign Trade Council (NFTC) and HR Houston is one of the most widely attended conferences of the year devoted to international HR topics.
The agenda includes a broad range of topics, including IHR Issues in Latin America; Health Assessment, Wellness and Duty of Care for Mobile Employees; Building Business and HR Capacity in Emerging Markets; Immigration Update; and lots more.
Corporate presenters include representatives from many well-known organizations, including:
- BHP Billiton
- Lenovo
- Worley Parsons
- PPG Industries
- Marathon Oil
- Bechtel Corporation
- GE Oil & Gas
- ConocoPhillips
- Intel, and many others.
Alan Freeman and Warren Heaps, regular contributors on the International HR Forum, will be in attendance. Hope to see some of you there – be sure to introduce yourself to Alan and Warren!
For more information, or to register for the conference, contact Sandra Rodriguez at the NFTC – +1-212-399-7144, or via email.
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International HR
Breakfast Briefing:
What You Need to Know About International HR
8:30 – 10:30 AM
March 10, 2010 – Orlando, Florida
A Breakfast Briefing hosted by Littler Mendelson and CMC Compensation Group will be held at the Littler Mendelson offices in Orlando on March 10, 2010.
Topics include:
- Complexities of International HR
- International Employment Law and its importance
- International Compensation and Benefits – a primer of the most important issues
- Cultural awareness – being culturally savvy makes a difference
- National Unions and Works Councils – learn how to deal with them
- Expatriates – important guidelines for sending your employee abroad
Come and meet two of our regular contributors, Mariana Villa da Costa and Chuck Csizmar, as they lead the discussion. There is no fee to attend.
For more information or to register contact Nikki Stevens at +1-202-772-2522 or Mariana Villa da Costa at +1-407-393-2950.
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Events in February, 2010
Human Resources Boot Camp
February 24-26, 2010 – Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
Daisy Management Centre
8, Idowu Martins Street
Victoria Island, Lagos
Kendor Consulting presents Human Resources Boot Camp, a training course designed to give Human Resources practitioners the core skills necessary to manage a strategically aligned Human Resources function.
The course is designed for both existing human resources professionals as well as for individuals seeking to make a career change into the HR field.
Some of the topics included in the course include:
- Human Resource Strategy and Planning
- Recruitment and Selection
- Performance Management
- Training and Development
- Compensation and Reward Management
- Employee Relations and Labour Law
- HR Administration
- Setting up the HR Function, and more.
Kendor Consulting is a Nigeria-based firm providing a broad range of HR services in the Nigerian market.
For more information, or to register for the course, visit the Kendor Consulting website or via email.
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Immigration Essentials
Tough International HR Challenges Series
February 24, 2010 – 7:30 – 9:30 AM
Sponsored by the Houston International HR Roundtable
Heritage Plaza
1111 Bagby Street
Suite 4500
Houston, TX 77002
The Houston International HR Roundtable presents Immigration Essentials, part of their ongoing Tough International HR Challenges Series of breakfast meetings.
The session will cover all of the key aspects of US immigration law that international HR practitioners need to know. Speakers include experts from CGG Veritas, Marathon Oil Company, and FosterQuan LLP.
For more information, or to register for the course, visit the Houston International HR Roundtable registration site at website or via email.
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Events in January, 2010
International HR
Breakfast Briefing:
What You Need to Know About International HR
January 27, 2010 – Orlando, Florida
A Breakfast Briefing hosted by Littler Mendelson and CMC Compensation Group will be held at the Littler Mendelson offices in Orlando on January 27.
Come and meet two of our regular contributors, Mariana Villa da Costa and Chuck Csizmar, as they lead the discussion. There is no fee to attend.
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Global Leaders Conference:
The Global Business of HR – A 360° Perspective
January 19-20, 2010 – New York City
Global HR News is hosting a conference aimed at Top HR Leaders (CHRO, VPHR, Directors), Organization Development Professionals, Mobility Decision-makers, Training & Development Leaders and Executive Coaches at the AMA Executive Conference Center in New York City. The Global Leaders Conference will take place on January 19-20, 2010. The program has a rich and diverse focus of interest to all HR professionals with international responsibilities.
Warren Heaps, Partner at Birches Group LLC, and a regular contributor and editor on this blog, will be a featured presenter. His topic is “Developing Markets Beyond BRIC: Opportunities and Challenges,” and will take place during the morning session on January 19th.
A limited number of discount passes are available for corporate attendees. Contact Warren to obtain one.
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The International HR Practitioner
Various dates – Dubai/Johannesburg/London/Singapore/Sydney
ECA International, a leading expatriate data service provider, has announced the schedule for the first half of 2010 for their training course, The International HR Practitioner. The course is suitable for new international HR professionals, and covers the fundamentals and day-to-day challenges during a two-day workshop.
Sessions are scheduled every month. Check the schedule for locations and dates.
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Events in 2009
Managing Your International HR Career
December 2, 2009 – Houston, TX
The Houston International HR Roundtable is hosting a great session on managing your career in international human resources. Speakers includes representatives from KBR, Shell, BP America, Aker Solutions and KPMG.
The panel discussion will be moderated by Janet Moore, and is suitable for both newcomers and experienced professionals.
The meeting will be held at 7:30 am at the Heritage Plaza in Houston.
More info…
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Mobility Challenges and Opportunities in New and Emerging Markets
November 5, 2009 – Reading, Berks (UK)
The Thames Valley Chapter of the Forum for Expatriate Management is holding it’s monthly meeting on Thursday, November 5, 2009 at Atlantic House in Reading, Berks (UK).
The program is focused on mobility issues companies face when entering emerging market countries such as Angola, Nigeria, Vietnam, Libya and Central Asian markets.
Warren Heaps will be a presenter at the meeting, along with representatives from Cisco Europe, Fragomen and Cartus. Admission is complimentary for corporate representatives.
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Global Emergence at UC San Diego
A four-hour seminar on Global Emergence: Marketing, Advertising and Product Placement for the multi-national executive will be presented by Denise Hummel from Universal Consensus, a guest blogger on this site. The event takes place on Tuesday, October 27, 2009.
The program is appropriate for those interested in learning more about how to expand their businesses globally.
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Littler Global Employer Institute
This conference is sponsored by Littler Mendelson, a leading global employment law firm, and will take place on September 24-25, 2009 in Washington, DC.
This is a great opportunity to learn about the latest developments in employment and labor law around the world
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Webinar Series:
Essentials of International Assignment Management
This webinar series sponsored by IOR begins on September 15. Sessions include Selection and Assessment, Fundamentals of Expatriate Compensation, Developing Effective International Assignment Policies, Immigration Aspects of Assignments to the US, Support for Families on Assignment and Global Mobility Tax Fundamentals.
It’s a great program to learn the basics of global mobilty.
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Global Payroll Seminar
June 9, 2009 ~ Washington, DC
Hosted by the National Foreign Trade Council
Comprehensive seminar on Global/International Payroll issues with a focus on the relationship between Global Mobility (expatriate) policy, International Payroll Administration, Accounting, and Tax.
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Africa Forum 2009
May 26 – 28, 2009 – Mombasa, Kenya
Birches Group is co-sponsoring Africa Forum 2009, an HR Conference for businesses operating on the ground in Africa. The themes of the conference are focused on labour market intelligence and talent management in Africa.
We are pleased that the keynote address, African Economic Development: The Role of the Public/Private Partnership, will be delivered by Dr. Sipho S. Moyo, Country Manager, African Development Bank in Tanzania.
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