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PMPA Eastern New England Chapter Presents: 5 Hot Topics in Employment Law | Sponsored by Fisher & Phillips

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 Presents: 5 Hot Topics in Employment Law
Sponsored by Fisher & Phillips

Thursday, March 6, 2025
11am – 2:00pm Eastern

Fisher & Phillips
200 State Street, 13th Floor
Boston, MA 02109

 

Join the PMPA Eastern New England Chapter for an informative and engaging presentation hosted by Fisher & Phillips, one of the nation’s premier employment law firms. This event will cover 5 key hot topics in employment law, providing you with actionable insights to navigate complex workforce issues and maintain compliance. Who should attend: C-suite, Presidents, VP’s and HR directors & managers!

Topics Include
1. Wage and Hour Compliance – Focus on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and specific New England state laws.
2. Managing Employee Leaves – Best practices for handling Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) cases.
3. Addressing Harassment and Discrimination Claims – Guidance on managing and avoiding workplace claims.
4. Marijuana in the Workplace – Updates and considerations for employers.
5. National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) – Understanding Section 7 rights for all employees and strategies for union avoidance.

 

Agenda
11:00–11:15 a.m.: Welcome & Networking
11:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m.: First Session
12:00–12:20 p.m.: Lunch & Networking
12:20–1:40 p.m.: Second Session
1:40–2:00 p.m.: Q&A and Open Discussion

Cost
PMPA Members: Free!
Non-Members: $10
Event includes lunch provided compliments of Fisher & Phillips!

Registration deadline is February 21

REGISTER HERE

PMPA Connecticut Chapter Presents: Navy Talent Pipeline Program Informational Sponsored by iSwiss

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Tuesday, March 4, 2025
12pm – 2pm Eastern

iSwiss 
161 Sanrico Drive
Manchester, CT 06042

 

Discover how the Navy Talent Pipeline Program (TPP) can help support your workforce needs by connecting you with talent trained in skilled trades. This program focuses on recruiting, hiring, training, and retaining employees who can bring value to your organization from day one. Who should attend: C-suite, Presidents, VP’s and HR directors & managers!

Schedule
12pm: Introductions & Welcome – Paul Lavoie, the state of Connecticut’s Chief Manufacturing Officer, will give an overview of the progress the state is making in its economy and the manufacturing sector specifically.
12-1pm: Navy TPP Presentation and Q&A – Ambrose “Bo” Brewer
1-2pm: Lunch & Networking

Cost
$0 | PMPA Members
$10 | Non- PMPA Members

Deadline to Register Friday, February 7, 2025

REGISTER HERE

 

REPORT – PMPA Business Trends November 2024

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PMPA Business Trends November 2024

Our November 2024 Sales index dropped substantially as Hours of First Shift Scheduled declined, not unexpected at the end of the year. At the same time, forward-looking sentiment for the next three months pivoted to the upside, with three of four indicators turning positive. The mixed message from the data can help us understand— we do not need to overreact to the November sales number. We remain on track to achieve our April Forecast for Calendar Year Sales.

 
If you are not currently participating in PMPA’s Monthly Business Trends reporting, you are missing an excellent peer benchmark and a tool to provide you with confidence for your business decisions. Contact Veronica Durden to sign up.

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REPORT – PMPA Business Trends October 2024

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PMPA Business Trends October 2024

Our October 2024 sales and hours scheduled performance certainly surprised to the upside, while our four sentiment indicators all turned strongly downward.  October sales showed the most volatility all year- to the upside- while average hours worked grew as well in order to deal with the unexpected increase in demand. The Precision Machined Products Association’s  Sales Index in October 2024 outperformed both the Fed’s  Industrial Production and Manufacturing Production indicators. Our increase over the prior month’s sales (11 points or 7.2%) was greater than the range that our sales indicator had remained in all year (9 points). Despite the negative forward-looking sentiments- which we attribute to both pre-election anxiety and normal seasonal slowdown expectations- we remain on track to be within 2 percent of the end-of-the-year forecast for sales that we made in April 2024. The divergence of the monthly and three-month moving average from the 12-month moving average for sales gives us business confidence. There is an assignable cause…

 
If you are not currently participating in PMPA’s Monthly Business Trends reporting, you are missing an excellent peer benchmark and a tool to provide you with confidence for your business decisions. Contact Veronica Durden to sign up.

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REPORT – PMPA Business Trends September 2024

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PMPA Business Trends September 2024

Sales remained in a tight 3-point range for the last 5 months. The average has stayed above 2023 year-end all year and we are currently only 3 points (2.1%) below our predicted year end value. Stability continues to be the story of 2024. Average hours worked continues to decrease.  Sentiment is riding around a neutral level reflecting the reduced volatility we have seen this year. Prepare for the growth that is to come.

 
If you are not currently participating in PMPA’s Monthly Business Trends reporting, you are missing an excellent peer benchmark and a tool to provide you with confidence for your business decisions. Contact Veronica Durden to sign up.

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PMPA Northern Ohio Chapter: Cavaliers Basketball Game

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Monday, January 27, 2025
7pm – 9:30pm Eastern

Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
1 Center Ct
Cleveland, OH 44115


Come join your fellow Chapter members to cheer on the Cleveland Cavaliers against the Detroit Pistons! It’ll be a great evening of fun and socializing at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. The game begins at 7:00 p.m.

Mezzanine Corner: Section M123(Mezzanine Corner across from Cavalier’s bench)
$20 Food voucher included.

Cost | $100 per ticket

Hurry up and register- There are only 60 tickets available!

Deadline to Register is Tuesday, December 24, 2024.

REGISTER HERE

 

 

 

PMPA Southern California Chapter Partnering for Progress: Navy Talent Pipeline Project Informational Webinar

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Tuesday, January 21, 2025
9am – 10am Pacific

Webinar

The Navy Talent Pipeline Project (TPP) helps solve organizational problems by using analytical skills and connecting people with technology and innovation. Their goal is to update current methods to future standards, offering partners top-notch expertise, smooth execution, and flexible management. They focus on solving big problems and measure their success by the success of their partners.

Presenter: Bill Miley – Director of Western Operations, Navy Talent Pipeline Program
Bill Miley has over 40 years of experience in the Construction and Aerospace Industries, working on five continents. He is a licensed professional engineer with degrees in engineering and an MBA. Bill began as a Welding Engineer for Bechtel and Fluor, working on pipelines, refineries, and power plants. In Aerospace, he specialized in metallurgy and manufacturing methodologies, using lean manufacturing and six sigma strategies. He has held various leadership roles, including CEO of Lisi Aerospace and President of Novaria Fastening Systems. Since March 2023, Bill has been TMG’s Director of Western Operations and the Southern California Flag Lead for the US Navy Talent Pipeline Program. He holds degrees from UC Davis and CSU Long Beach. Bill and his wife, Lynne, have been married for 45 years and live in Southern California with their two children and three grandchildren.

Attending this webinar is free, but please register above to receive the meeting link.

Deadline to Register is Friday, January 17, 2025.

 

REGISTER HERE

PMPA Connecticut Chapter: Hartford vs Rochester Americans Hockey

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Saturday, January 25, 2025
6pm – 8pm Eastern

XL Center
1 Civic Center Plaza 
Hartford, CT 06103

Game starts at 6:00 p.m.

Join the Connecticut Chapter of the PMPA for an exciting family event at the Wolf Pack hockey game on January 25, 2025! Watch the Wolf Pack take on the Rochester Americans from the exclusive Ice Level Lounge, where you’ll have a fantastic view of the action and delicious food to keep you energized. It’s a perfect opportunity to bond with fellow members and their families while cheering on the Wolves. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled evening!

Cost – $38.00 per adult | $15 per child

Deadline to Register Thursday, January 9, 2025

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Wisconsin Chapter: Milwaukee Admirals vs. Rockford Icehogs

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Wednesday, January 22, 2025

7pm – 9pm Central

UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena
400 W Kilbourn Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53203

 

Join your PMPA Wisconsin family at the UW-Panther Arena on January 22, 2025, to cheer on the Admirals from Section 305! As of December 10, they are in second place in their division, so let’s get loud and help them push for first place. With only 50 tickets available, each including a $25 voucher for concessions, it’s the perfect opportunity for a fun and exciting night out. Don’t miss out!

Cost –Adults $55 | Kids, 12 & under $35

Deadline for Registration is Friday, January 17, 2025

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PMPA Canada Chapter Presents Unlocking the Secrets: How to Read a Chip Webinar

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PMPA Canada Chapter Presents
Unlocking the Secrets: How to Read a Chip 

Tuesday, January 21, 2024
5:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. Eastern

That’s Italian Ristorante
2 Tall Grass Trail #4
Woodbridge, Ontario L4L3Y9
Canada

 

We are thrilled to announce that Miles Free,  PMPA Director of Industry Affairs, will present a webinar on “How to Read a Chip” for the Canada Chapter. Miles brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry, making this session a must-attend for anyone looking to gain valuable insights into chip data and its applications.

Miles Free, III serves as the Director of Industry Affairs for the Precision Machined Products Association and has over 50 years of experience in manufacturing, quality, and steelmaking. Before joining PMPA in 2003, Miles was Director of Quality and Development at Republic Engineered Products. He has authored hundreds of articles for the manufacturing industry and has over a million views on his blog, PMPASpeakingofPrecision.com.

Schedule
5 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. Networking & Dinner
6:00 p.m.- 7 p.m. Miles Free Presentation and Q&A

Attendance can be in person or virtual
Cost: $60 per in-person | $0 Virtual
Please bring cheques made out to Jamie Smith or cash to cover your group’s dinner. Except for the CASH bar they pay by cash, debit or credit at the end of the event.

Deadline is Friday, January 17, 2025

REGISTER HERE