Tri-State Human Resource Association

Upcoming events

    • May 08, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Diamond Jo
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    About the Program: 

    Join us for an RX Heat Check! Dr. Nate Harold, PharmD, RPh. Chief Pharmacy Officer at MedOne Pharmacy Benefit Solutions will provide a deep dive into the evolving pharmacy space.

    Get the latest updates on key cost drivers, trends, and the complexities facing employers today.

    Speaker: Nate Harold

    Dr. Nate Harold is the Chief Pharmacy Officer at MedOne Pharmacy Benefit Solutions, a PBM headquartered in Dubuque, IA.

    Responsible for development and oversight of Clinical Programs for MedOne, Nate joined in June 2014 as the Clinical Pharmacy Manager and was promoted to Vice President of Clinical Services in August 2016. Prior to joining MedOne, Nate practiced as a clinical pharmacist at St. Francis Hospital in Federal Way, Wash., a part of the northwest-based Franciscan Health System. Nate is a member of the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy, American Pharmacist Association, Iowa Pharmacy Association, and the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. Nate serves on the Iowa Pharmacy Association House of Delegates and the Greater Dubuque Development Corp. Future Leaders committee. Nate is a past member of the University of Iowa Genesis Alumni Board. Nate graduated from the University of Iowa College of Pharmacy in 2012 with a Doctor of Pharmacy. After completing his PharmD, he pursued a post-graduate pharmacy practice residency at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, Wash., the flagship hospital for the Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Dr Nate also holds a Certificate in Theology from Capernwray Hall, Carnforth, England. Nate is based in Dubuque, IA.

    Registration begins at 11:30 am. The program will begin at noon. 

    Please Note:
    Lunch will be served buffet-style and is included with your registration. Lemonade and water are the only beverages provided. If you have specific dietary restrictions, we will do our best to offer inclusive options, but we are only able to accommodate severe, life-threatening allergies at this time. You are welcome to bring your own beverage or additional items if needed.

    Registration closes the Friday before the luncheon at 5:00 PM.
    Payment must be received at the time of registration or your spot will be released. We can no longer accept late registrations. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you there!




    • June 12, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Diamond Jo
    Register

    About the Program: Change is a constant in HR! Attorney Laura Folkerts will be discussing new laws and regulations going into effect, what steps employers need to take to remain compliant with the evolving legal landscape, and what Shuttleworth & Ingersoll attorneys see coming down the pipe that will affect your workplace.

    Speaker: Laura Folkerts is an attorney at Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, P.L.C. practicing primarily in the area of labor and employment law, including employee benefits and employment-related litigation. Laura provides guidance to employers on a wide range of employment matters, including deferred compensation and employee benefits. She additionally assists with training, policy review, and investigations and complaints, both internal and before civil rights commissions. Before joining Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, Laura worked at a law firm in Waterloo, Iowa, where she maintained a general practice with an emphasis on labor and employment.

    Registration begins at 11:30 am. The program will begin at noon. 

    Please Note:
    Lunch will be served buffet-style and is included with your registration. Lemonade and water are the only beverages provided. If you have specific dietary restrictions, we will do our best to offer inclusive options, but we are only able to accommodate severe, life-threatening allergies at this time. You are welcome to bring your own beverage or additional items if needed.

    Registration closes the Friday before the luncheon at 5:00 PM.
    Payment must be received at the time of registration or your spot will be released. We can no longer accept late registrations. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you there!



    • July 10, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Diamond Jo

    About the Program:

    More information coming soon!

    Speaker: Lisa Schaefer

    Lisa Schaefer is an Edutainer and knowledge broker. For the past 25 years, she has been engaging audiences with leadership and laughter. As a certified John Maxwell Speaker and Coach, Lisa teaches the importance of trust and influence in leadership. She is passionate about creating cultures in organizations that help people SHINE. Lisa helps individuals and companies create strategic action plans that focus on the following: (S) strengths, (H) heart, (I) ideas, (N) networking, (E) empower. Lisa is versed in many industries and has successfully facilitated mastermind sessions for variety of professions. Because of her background in counseling, she is able to reduce conflict and defense mechanism and encourage trust and team building in the organizations she serves. Lisa has been asked to present at conferences on the areas of mental wellness, stress reduction and importance of open communication. Lisa thrives on knowing her audience and conducts needs assessments with the professionals she works with to tailor content to meet their goals. Her passion lies in the ability to increase productivity and engagement in each individual by helping them move past irrational beliefs and realize their full potential as a leader and organization. Lisa is a certified Mental Health First Aid Trainer, holds a School and Community Counseling license with WI-DPI, and has served as a professor of Human Services, Psychology and Director of Student Services. She also has been a contractor for Wisconsin DPI and provide training as Safe and Healthy Schools Professional. Most recently, she has served as a Staff Development Specialist in the financial industry and focused on developing staff in the areas of customer experience, sales/referrals, and product knowledge.

    Lisa’s holds a Masters Degree in Education, School and Community Counseling as well as a Bachelor’s in Psychology and Marketing from the University of Wisconsin. Lisa also completed her internship at Walt Disney World, where she studied the Disney Culture and Guest Experiences. She has served on various non profit boards including Women’ Leadership Network, HavLife, and because of her early experience as a Radio Announcer and Director of Sales, she is often asked to serve as MC for special events and fundraisers. Lisa is in the business of helping people SHINE and living authentically in leadership and life.

    Registration begins at 11:30 am. The program will begin at noon. 

    Please Note:
    Lunch will be served buffet-style and is included with your registration. Lemonade and water are the only beverages provided. If you have specific dietary restrictions, we will do our best to offer inclusive options, but we are only able to accommodate severe, life-threatening allergies at this time. You are welcome to bring your own beverage or additional items if needed.

    Registration closes the Friday before the luncheon at 5:00 PM.
    Payment must be received at the time of registration or your spot will be released. We can no longer accept late registrations. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you there!



    • August 21, 2025
    • 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • Stone Cliff Winery (600 Star Brewery Dr, Dubuque, Iowa 52001)
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    • September 10, 2025
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Diamond Jo

    About the Program: 

    More information coming soon!

    Speaker: Steve Ott

    Registration begins at 11:30 am. The program will begin at noon. 

    Please Note:
    Lunch will be served buffet-style and is included with your registration. Lemonade and water are the only beverages provided. If you have specific dietary restrictions, we will do our best to offer inclusive options, but we are only able to accommodate severe, life-threatening allergies at this time. You are welcome to bring your own beverage or additional items if needed.

    Registration closes the Friday before the luncheon at 5:00 PM.
    Payment must be received at the time of registration or your spot will be released. We can no longer accept late registrations. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing you there!


    • November 13, 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Virtual

    About the Program: 

    More information coming soon!

    Speaker: Dr. Frank Olmos

    Date: Thursday November 13th @ 12:00pm CST

    Cost: Free

    Virtually: Teams Link will be sent out the day before.

    Note: Payment must be received at the time of registration or registration will be voided. We can no longer accept late registrations. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.


Past events

April 10, 2025 What You Would Want to Know From the Other Side
March 13, 2025 5 Must-Have's of Any Successful People Development Strategy
February 13, 2025 Unlocking Exponential Growth: How to Invest in People to Propel Your Business Forward
January 23, 2025 Advanced ChatGPT Applications for HR
January 16, 2025 Creating Places to Belong
November 14, 2024 Train to Retrain
September 12, 2024 What you don’t know, can hurt you!
August 15, 2024 Chat GPT for HR - Virtual Event
July 17, 2024 Self-Awareness with Employee Engagement
June 13, 2024 Mid-Year Review, discussing hot issues, new legislation
May 09, 2024 Drug Testing and “Ban the Box"
April 11, 2024 Pay Equity and Pay Transparency in Recruiting AND Benefit Trends for 2023, 2024 and Beyond, Coming and Sunsetting Regulations and an Example of Why This Matters
March 07, 2024 Learn from the Mistakes of Others: Employers’ Top 10 Missteps in the Accommodation Process
February 08, 2024 Legal Updates in an Upside-Down World
January 25, 2024 D.E.I. (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) in the Workplace
December 13, 2023 TRIHRA Holiday Social
September 07, 2023 Don't Feed the Elephants
August 30, 2023 TRIHRA Summer Social
July 17, 2023 Mastering HR Innovation with ChatGPT: Revolutionizing HR Practices in 60 Minutes
June 08, 2023 Managing Employee Job Performance and Termination Best Practices
May 11, 2023 Engagement through Empowerment: Strategies for Creating a Culture of High Performing Teams!
April 13, 2023 HR Issues to Watch: What’s Coming Down the Pipe?
March 09, 2023 A Guide to Burnout Prevention: Employer Support
February 21, 2023 How to Build Better Bosses
January 19, 2023 TRIHRA Holiday Party
January 12, 2023 Ethics and the Law—The “Frenemies” of Workplace Decision-Making?
November 10, 2022 Leading Diverse Teams
August 04, 2022 TRIHRA Summer Social
June 09, 2022 Alternative Dispute Resolution solutions in a Litigious World
May 12, 2022 The Resilience Recipe
April 14, 2022 Generations in the Workplace
March 10, 2022 An Introduction to HR Analytics
February 10, 2022 HR Audits: Assessing Critical Issues in 2022
January 13, 2022 Employment Law Update 2022
December 09, 2021 TRIHRA Holiday Social
November 11, 2021 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion – Practical Approaches and Goal Setting
October 14, 2021 Hidden in Plain Sight
September 09, 2021 Building and Leading Ethical Teams
September 09, 2021 SHRM Annual Conference & Expo 2021
August 19, 2021 TRIHRA Summer Social
August 15, 2021 2021 Iowa SHRM State Conference
June 10, 2021 Mastering the Challenges of Managing in a Hybrid Environment: Empathic Leadership
June 01, 2021 2021 Legal & Legislative Conference
May 13, 2021 Multiplying Leaders: How the Best Leaders Create Leaders
April 08, 2021 Side-Effects: COVID-19 & COVID-19 Vaccine Issues and Implications for Employers and Employees
March 11, 2021 Mental Health In The Workplace
February 11, 2021 Connecting with Colleges and Students During the Pandemic
January 14, 2021 COVID Positive Panel
December 09, 2020 TRIHRA Holiday Social
November 12, 2020 Beyond Implicit Bias Training: Using Systems Thinking to Create a Diverse and Inclusive Work Environment
September 10, 2020 ADA and the New Normal: Managing accommodation requests in the COVID era
August 26, 2020 Cocktails & Conversations
June 03, 2020 COVID-19 Potpourri: Employment Issues Not to be Overlooked, Especially When Re-Opening for Business
May 27, 2020 When You Can’t Maintain Payroll: WARN Acts and Unemployment in the COVID-19 World
March 12, 2020 Wage & Hour Division & Fair Labor Standard Act Update

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