BioNJ HR Educational Forum
Please join us and learn the latest about
Violence in the Workplace: Minimizing the Legal Risks for Employers
Understanding State and Federal Mandated Changes Under the 2010 Health Care Reform Laws
Education and Business Partnerships with New Jersey Institute of Technology
AGENDA
9:00 – 9:30
Registration, Networking & Welcome
9:30 – 10:00
Institutional Segment
New Jersey Institute of Technology:
This segment of our program is designed to provide BioNJ members with an understanding of the vast educational and workforce development resources’ available in New Jersey. We look forward to hearing about the rich offerings and ongoing commitment to the interface between rigorous life science education and business partnerships that NJIT has in New Jersey.
Joanne Branin, Director of Corporate Learning Relations, NJIT Continuing Professional Education
Jane F. Gaertner, Associate Director, Employer Relations, NJIT Career Development Services
10:00 – 10:45
Main Topic/Keynote
Understanding State and Federal Mandated Changes Under the 2010 Health Care Reform Laws:
Nicole Schaffer and Ms. Saraceni will explain the importance of understanding the state and federal mandated changes and their impact on plan design and open enrollment.
S. Nicole Schaffer, Senior Vice President, HR & Leadership Development, Amicus Therapeutics
Phyllis M. Saraceni, Senior Vice President, Compliance & Audit Practice Leader, Conner Strong Companies.
Fifteen minute break
11:00 – 11:30
Legal Update
Violence in the Workplace: Minimizing the Legal Risks for Employers:
Bert Guss and Ms. Werner will speak about what actions employers can take to attempt to minimize their legal risks associated with violence in the workplace. Issues related to background checks, anti-violence workplace policies, safety and other precautions, case law and statutes, and other related tips will be discussed.
Julie Werner, Esq., Lowenstein Sandler
Bert Guss, Senior Director Human Resources, MannKind Corp
11:30 – 12:00
Roundtable & Networking
BioNJ Thanks Our Sponsor
To register, please forward your contact information to MAtkinson@BioNJ.org or call 609-890-3185.
Please note: Registration is reserved for Biotech Company Members and Diamond, Platinum, International and Institutional Members.
