January 7

Building Better Workplaces: Navigating Wyoming’s Labor Standards and Compliance

Discover the essentials of Wyoming labor standards in this engaging presentation that covers employment practices, wage and hour laws, child labor regulations, and workplace harassment prevention. Packed with insights on federal and state statutes, practical strategies for compliance, and actionable tips for fostering a respectful and lawful work environment, it equips both employers and employees to navigate workplace challenges with confidence.

Whether you’re an employer striving for compliance or an employee eager to understand your rights, this presentation serves as your comprehensive roadmap to building a workplace rooted in accountability, equity, and respect. This presentation is free to the public, though registration is required.

Speaker

Jason Delo

Jason has worked for the State of Wyoming as a Probation and Parole Officer, tasked with completing Pre-Sentence Investigation Reports for the courts, as well as pre-parole placement investigations. He began working as a Compliance Officer for Labor Standards in 2005 and also served as the Wyoming Department of Employment Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Officer for two years. Jason became the Lead Compliance Officer for Labor Standards in Cheyenne in 2009; served as the interim Program Manager in 2016 and again in 2017; and in 2020, Jason became the Program Manager for the Cheyenne office.

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February 11

Driving Internal Customer Service for Organizational Success

In this presentation, we’ll dive into the power of internal customer service in creating a dynamic and connected workplace. We’ll look at how to identify both internal and external customers, get to the heart of your internal customers’ needs, and use employee surveys and external data to shape a thriving culture. We’ll also tackle how to navigate tough conversations, break down silos, and weigh the pros and cons of mission, vision, and values statements in aligning team goals. By focusing on these areas, we’ll boost collaboration, enhance employee satisfaction, and drive success across the organization.

Speaker

Tony Cross

Tony is the Chief Human Resources Officer at the Jackson Hole Airport. He has 30 years of experience in Human Resources, including HR management (U.S. and international), employee relations, global HRIS management, policy development, organizational development, compensation, recruiting and benefits. He has worked for non-profits, technology companies, and a global structured finance company where he interfaced with HR professionals in 32 different countries. Tony was born in Detroit, grew up in Manhattan, and lived in San Francisco for 18 years before moving to Wyoming in 2013. He is also a lifelong musician, beginning his violin studies at age 4.

Outside of work, Tony is a volunteer Advocate at Community Safety Network, a Jackson-based nonprofit that supports people affected by domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking. He also currently serves as a member of the Wyoming Workforce Development Council, the Habitat for Humanity of the Greater Teton Area Board of Directors, and the WAM-JPIC Health Insurance Plan Board of Directors.

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March

Workers’ Compensation panel

Description coming soon.

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TBA

Bio coming soon.

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April

Unemployment Insurance

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TBA

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May

Safety Discount Panel (Mine Inspector, OSHA, WCSR)

Description coming soon.

Speaker

TBA

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June

Industry Panel

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Speaker

TBA

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July

Veterans

Description coming soon.

Speaker

TBA

Bio coming soon.

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August

Resume Building, Interview Tips, etc.

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Speaker

TBA

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September

Wyoming Workforce Untapped

Description coming soon.

Speaker

TBA

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October

Accessibility in the Workforce

Description coming soon.

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TBA

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November

Do you have Barriers to Employment? (WIOA eligibility and options)

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TBA

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December

Soft Skills Training

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TBA

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