Western Region Events

Workplace communication is vital to organizational and relational success. Conversational Chemistry is all about how we recognize the needs and fears of those with whom we interact and how we communicate with them to build mutually beneficial connections. Using a simple formula, you can learn to quickly identify someone’s communication style and behavioral tendencies to know exactly the right way to interact with them in a way that meets both of your needs!

Leading and developing others can be difficult and time-consuming, even with the many tools to help you understand people's needs and how to guide them be the best leaders they can be. But where do you start? With Management Chemistry, you will hear about new and innovative ways to examine what leaders need, how to enhance their strengths, and to mitigate potential challenges.

Explore Cannabis legalization and the complications employers face due to the differences in federal and state laws in the United States. Examine key issues employers need to consider such as the impairing effects of cannabis use and it's impact on employee safety and effectiveness. Learn practical tips and strategies you can implement to prevent cannabis impairment in your respective workplace.

NACD Chairman of the Board, Tom Corcoran, will deliver an update on association membership, programs, and events and provide an outlook of what’s ahead.

This session will provide highlights of the current legislative landscape and an overview of the regulatory initiatives and enforcement trends underway and coming down the pike that will impact your company.

In this highly interactive session, Tiffany will clearly define what harassment and discrimination are and then discuss best practices of how employers can prevent these issues from occurring in the workplace. Using hypotheticals, she will review with the participants how best to respond to instances of discrimination and harassment, should they occur.

Bruce Schechinger will provide an update on the Chemical Educational Foundation’s latest program and fundraising initiatives in the Western Region.