Thursday, December 11, 2008
7:30-9:30 A.M.

Discussion Topic: Flexible Work Schedules Deliverying Performance

Offices of Williams Mullen, A Professional Corporation
8270 Greensboro Drive, Suite 700
Mclean, VA 22102

Join us on Thursday, December 11, for this important program. We look forward to seeing you there. You are welcome to bring a guest.

The continental breakfast and networking begins at 7:30 A.M. The roundtable discussion begins at 8:00 A.M.

RSVP: Karoon Panosyan, Williams Mullen, 202-293-8146, kpanosyan@williamsmullen.com

For directions: Click Here

For additional information on the VER, call Valerie Whitcomb at 703-714-9549 or via email at vwhitcomb@tmgi.net.

The Millennium Group partners with Williams Mullen Law Firm to develop and offer the VER which meets monthly on the second Thursday of the month (except in July and August) to address issues presented from both the legal and human resources perspectives. We invite you to attend a meeting to preview the group. The cost to join the VER is $100 for calendar year 2008 (For 2008 VER invoice (PDF) please Click Here). Please send your dues check and completed invoice to Karoon at the above address.

VER Mission

The mission of the Virginia Employers Roundtable (VER) is to provide employers with an opportunity to come together to discuss and share their workplace best practices. 

About the VER

The Virginia Employers Roundtable (VER) is a employer discussion group comprised of Northern Virginia business, government, non profit and commercial organizations.  The issues presented are a diverse mix of current and emerging topics that challenge business leaders.  The VER meets the second Thursday of each month (excluding July and August).  There is a $100 fee per organization per year.

Thursday, November 13, 2008
7:30-9:30 A.M.

Discussion Topic: Essential Leadership Skills for Today's Business Climate 
 
What are the critical leadership skills needed for success in today's economic climate?  How can we nurture decision-making skills at all levels within an organization?
 
Join us for this interactive discussion where we will also address the role of leadership in dealing with newly enacted laws, a company code of conduct, compliance training and the announcement of promotions.  The Virginia Employers Roundtable is tackling this timely subject on November 13 at the offices of Williams Mullen in Tyson's Corner. 

Thursday, October 9, 2008
7:30-9:30 A.M.

Discussion Topic: Compliance Training – Strategy & Implementation

It is required on some level of all employees in every organization.  What are the best practices surrounding tracking learning outcomes for these crucial programs?  What are area companies doing to track and verify that employees are gaining essential knowledge?  Come join us on October 9, 2008 prepared to share your methods and learn from peers and experts.

Every organization has some compliance requirements at all levels.  In addition to federal and agency regulations, companies are increasingly required to operate to exacting standards for ISO, Baldridge or other quality management programs.  Whether internally or externally mandated, the delivery and reporting requirements are the similar.   Delivering and tracking these knowledge transfer requirements can be a challenge.  The Virginia Employers Roundtable is tackling this difficult topic on October 9 at the offices of Williams Mullen in Tyson’s corner. 

Thursday, September 11, 2008
7:30-9:30 A.M.

Discussion Topic: Get a Seat at the Executive Table...and How to Stay There!

Leaders of human capital want and need a voice when the business is formulating plans and strategies.  How does one win a place with senior management?  What should happen once you are there?  Come prepared to share your ideas how you got to the table and how you are staying there.  Share your ideas with your peers in lively discussion on making the right moves.