The Future of Human Resources: To AI and Beyond

CMHRA, in collaboration with Central Maine Community College, is proud to present our first HR Summit:

The Future of Human Resources: To AI and Beyond......

Elevate your HR knowledge and explore the forefront of artificial intelligence at the HR Summit 2024! Join us for an enriching experience where industry experts will engage in lively discussions and provide invaluable insights into HR practices. From navigating HR challenges to unlocking the potential of AI across industries, this event promises to be an enlightening journey for professionals at every career stage. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to gain practical knowledge, network with peers, and drive innovation in your organization. Register now and be part of the conversation shaping the future of HR and AI!  

When completing your registration, please make sure to select one workshop from each breakout session. Selections are listed at the bottom of the registration page.  CMHRA cannot guarantee a seat in a workshop if you do not select the workshop during registration. All attendees will be registered for the Keynote Session.

12:00 pm: Keynote Speaker

Chris Conley, Lecturer and Clinical Instructor, BU/MIT Student Innovations Law Clinic

Christopher Conley has been working at BU Law for over two years as a clinical associate professor and is now a lecturer and clinical instructor of the BU/MIT Student Innovations Law Clinic. Prior to joining BU, Conley spent over a decade as a technology policy attorney with the ACLU of Northern California, where he engaged in legislative advocacy, litigation, and public education on issues including privacy, surveillance, and free expression and their intersection with emerging technology. Conley has also been engaged as a consultant by the Brennan Center for Justice at NYU and Amnesty International USA. Before pursuing a legal career, he was a software developer and electrical engineer with employers ranging from Intel to New York City Center, an off-Broadway theater. Conley holds a JD from Harvard Law School, where he was editor-in-chief of the Harvard Journal of Law & Technology and after graduating, he was a student fellow at the Berkman-Klein Center for Internet & Society. Conley also earned an SM in Computer Science from MIT and a BSE in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan. 

1:00 pm - Breakout Session #1:

HR Roundtable, KMA Human Resources Consulting

Join the discussion! Professional HR consultants will answer your HR related questions in a lively conversational type setting. No matter where you are in your career, bring your questions and let’s explore all things HR.

Exploring the Potential of Artificial Intelligence: Applications Across Industries and Higher Education, Rachel King, M.Ed., Adjunct Professor, Central Maine Community College

Learn about the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) in various industries and its specific applications in higher education. From enhancing teaching and learning experiences to improving operational efficiencies, discover how AI is reshaping the way we work, learn, and innovate. Gain practical insights and explore opportunities for collaboration and innovation in this dynamic session led by an expert in higher education.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Roundtable, Chris Conley, BSE, SM, JD

Bring your curiosity and an open mind to discuss all things AI. Our Keynote Speaker will answer your questions and dive into how artificial intelligence plays a role in your world.

2:00 pm – Breakout Session #2:

Operationalizing Culture—Creating a Living, Breathing Culture That Matters, Sharon Billings, Blue Compass Life

More details to come

Artificial Intelligence and Hiring Discrimination, Hannah Wurgaft, Esq., Brann & Isaacson

Many hiring platforms now incorporate AI into the process of choosing candidates. Many of these tools pose a danger of increasing discrimination in the workplace and in hiring. Come join in a legal exploration of how HR professionals and business owners can avoid these pitfalls while still taking advantage of the digital experience.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Roundtable, Chris Conley, BSE, SM, JD

Bring your curiosity and an open mind to discuss all things AI. Our Keynote Speaker will answer your questions and dive into how artificial intelligence plays a role in your world.

3:00 pm – Breakout Session #3:

The Rapidly Changing Role of Human Resources, Patrick Ibarra, The Mejorando Group

Does the Human Resources Department in your organization focus on results or rules? Is their objective to reach outputs or achieve outcomes and if it’s the latter, what are those desired outcomes? In today’s environment, workforce performance is more important than ever, which makes the effectiveness of HR practices a top priority. Consequently, HR Departments are increasingly being mobilized to offer leaders and employees more than transactional services.  Organizational change involves moving from the known to the unknown.  The question is change to what?

Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace Roundtable, Harper Weisburg, Esq., PretiFlaherty Law

Join in a question-and-answer session with legal insight as to how AI can and cannot be used in the workplace. Bring your questions and concerns and prepare for the future within your organization and beyond.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Roundtable, Chris Conley, BSE, SM, JD

Bring your curiosity and an open mind to discuss all things AI. Our Keynote Speaker will answer your questions and dive into how artificial intelligence plays a role in your world.

EXHIBIT AND VENDOR AREA 4:00—6:00PM

• Mix and mingle with employers looking to hire for permanent, intern and apprentice positions.
• Have your resume updated or created by visiting the New Ventures Maine table for expert assistance with a professional resume coach.
• Get your next set of professional head shot photos done by Laura Rodrigue of Rodrigue Photography.
• Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic beverages prepared by Central Maine Community College’s Culinary Arts Program students.

When completing your registration, please make sure to select one workshop from each breakout session. Selections are listed at the bottom of the registration page.  CMHRA cannot guarantee a seat in a workshop if you do not select the workshop during registration. All attendees will be registered for the Keynote Session