Chet shares strategic insights into the latest trends, emerging developments, and key triumphs and challenges currently shaping the industry landscape.
This session will explore the pivotal role of energy and products in advancing human progress. It will emphasize how affordable and reliable energy has consistently driven improvements in quality of life. Looking ahead, the acceleration of policies and technologies will play a crucial role in shaping a successful transition to sustainable energy solutions. By fostering collaboration across all sectors, we can address growing energy demands while working towards shared climate goals.
Mike will discuss recent negotiations with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) and the strike that occurred. Preparation, public relations, negotiation hardships, and lessons learned will be presented.
Of the skills we need as leaders, how essential is our capability and commitment to listen? Sounds simple … but do we ever take our ability to hear for granted? And how can we - at any point in our careers – strengthen how we listen to ourselves and to others? Join certified executive coach D. Mark Schumann as we look at how we listen to absorb the voices we hear.
“What is pattern bargaining?” and a history of how we got here. Discussing early oil bargaining and significant historical events. Also, Billy will discuss challenges with pattern bargaining along with a brief introduction on preparing for contract negotiations.
It is in the best interest of organizations and companies to employ and retain high performing individuals for as long as possible. Human performance, however, is influenced by many factors, including but not limited to feeling supported, valued, and respected; being recognized and rewarded for good work; functioning under transparent and fair processes; and receiving accurate and actionable constructive feedback. Dr. Marks will provide specific guidance on what to say and do throughout the employee life cycle--hiring, talent development, promotion, and exit--to identify, manage and potentially reduce the impact of bias on the aforementioned factors.