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HR 101 Workshop and Foundations of HR
Event Date
November 17, 2026
Event Time
8:30 AM
Event Location
Manufacturers Resource Center, 7200A Windsor Drive, Allentown, PA, 18106
One Day. Two Workshops. A Stronger HR Foundation.
Make the most of your day with two practical, interactive HR workshops designed to build your confidence and strengthen your organization’s approach to managing people. Choose one workshop or attend both for a full day of HR learning.
HR 101 Workshop
Foundations of HR
Facilitator Profile
Questions?
HR 101 Workshop
HR 101 is a comprehensive workshop designed to equip you with the essential tools, strategies, and insights needed to navigate the complexities of the modern human resources landscape. Whether you are looking to build a thriving workplace culture or protect your organization from costly compliance errors, this program provides a foundational roadmap for managing your workforce effectively.
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This course is eligible for 3.5 SHRM PDC’s for each session provided by Asure Software. |
Asure Software is recognized by SHRM to offer professional
development credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or
SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.
Foundations of HR
The Foundations of HR workshop is designed to give you the confidence and practical tools to handle everyday people situations smoothly and fairly.
This interactive session breaks down complex workplace rules and legal frameworks into simple, actionable steps for your team.
Course Highlights
• Workplace Compliance & Regulations: Translate complex topics like EEOC, anti-harassment, the ADEA, and the ADA into clear rules
• Leave Management: Navigate medical and family leave (FMLA) seamlessly by blending federal rules with state and company guidelines
• Compensation Rules: Demystify FLSA guidelines to accurately classify contractors versus employees and hourly versus salaried staff
• Operational Performance: Design effective job descriptions and KPIs while mapping out future planning strategies
• Employee Development: Build a practical handbook and implement guidance and discipline frameworks that support
employee growth
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This course is eligible for 3.5 SHRM PDC’s for each session provided by Asure Software. |
Asure Software is recognized by SHRM to offer professional
development credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or
SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.
Facilitator Profile
Facilitator
Mary Simmons | VP of HR Compliance | Asure Software
Mary Simmons, VP of HR Compliance for Asure Software, has over 30 years of HR expertise, specializing in attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring compliance with employment laws. She leads a team of 35+ HR Consultants, helping organizations drive growth through engaged, productive workforces. Mary is certified by SHRM, HRCI, and DISC and teaches SHRM certification courses as an adjunct professor at NYIT. A sought-after speaker on HR strategy and compliance, she co-chairs the Long Island HR Group and founded the Women’s Innovative Networking group.
Mary holds a BS in Human Resources from the University of Delaware.
Questions?
Contact Diane Lewis at (610) 628-4578 or diane.lewis@mrcpa.org
ENTER REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Note: All registration fees must be received in advance of the date of your event. MRC must be notified two weeks in advance of this event if you need to cancel, otherwise we can only grant a credit to another MRC event. Remember, you can also send a substitute.
