Event Details

Generally, the GVHRA meetings are held according to the following schedule; however, please refer to the specific meeting flyer sent via email from the GVHRA President as dates/times/locations are subject to change.

11:15 a.m.—11:30 a.m.: Registration
11:30 a.m.—Noon: Lunch
Noon– 1:00 p.m.: PRESENTATION

How can an HR professional recognize when an employee may have a problem with alcohol or drugs?  What should an HR professional do – and what must he or she avoid doing – in such situations?  What steps should be taken to protect the company and coworkers, and what help can be offered if an employee is ready to address a substance-abuse issue?  During this session, Kari and Lisa will provide answers to these questions and guide HR professionals on how to handle these challenging situations.

During this session, Kari & Lisa would like HR professionals to have a better understanding of what to look for when an "alcoholic" comes to work, some tell-take signs and how to give them resources for help when ther're ready.  Certain things not to say and how not to becaome an enabler.

BIO of Presenter:  Lisa Carey-Davis is a labor and employment attorney with a strong commitment to helping her clients to comply with ever-changing laws and regulations and to improve workplace interactions, productivity, and profitability.  After more than a decade of working with public and privately held companies, Lisa is a savvy advisor and a shrewd negotiator. She never comes to the table without fully understanding her clients’ goals and her opponents’ grievances.  A measured approach and reasonable resolutions are her hallmarks.  When litigation is unavoidable, Lisa provides her clients with a strong defense with the goal of obtaining the best result at the lowest possible cost.

Kari Gras has been a GVHRA member since 2011 and an independent consultant since 2013.  Kari thoroughly enjoys teaching professionals and has been teaching in some capacity since 1995.  As a life-learner, Kari understands the drive for more knowledge & wisdom, which is why she enjoys teaching.

To make a reservation, please click on the "Reservations" tab on the website, then search for the appropriate meeting date.  The location requires a 48 hours confirmation of attendees for catered events; therefore, reservation links are active two weeks prior to the event and close the Monday prior to the event.  Also, let us know when you RSVP if you will need any accommodation.

RSVPs help the GVHRA board, presenter, facility and caterers to accommodate all attendees.  Members who make a reservation and DO NOT attend will be charged.  Additionally, copies of presentation materials and food may not be available for those who do not RSVP.