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“Simply” Remarkable!“Simply” Remarkable! & returning guest & executive coach, Randy FoxJoin us for our weekly show, “Simply” Remarkable! with host Sue Falcone and this week's returning guest, Randy Fox, and “The Call To Excellence”!Randy Fox Turns Everyday People Into SUPERSTAR LEADERS! Randy understands the daily challenges, pressures, and rewards of leading organizations, building high-performing teams, and delivering exceptional customer experiences. What sets him apart isn’t just his ability to captivate an audience; it’s his genuine commitment to helping people transform their lives and work.Randy's clients include DETR- Nevada Dept of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation, The Villages-Health, US Department of Energy, BIC...
2025-10-0133 min
“Simply” Remarkable!“Simply” Remarkable! with encore guest Randy FoxJoin us for our weekly Live Streaming Show, “Simply” Remarkable! with host Sue Falcone and this week's encore guest, Randy Fox, author, “The Call To Excellence”!Meeting planners appreciate Randy Fox’s ability to tailor keynotes to their needs, professionalism, and pursuit of excellence. Audiences love his authenticity, humor, and captivating stories. Randy’s incredible energy, leadership expertise, and undeniable stage charisma engage audiences and help people transform their professional and personal lives.• Experience an engaging high-energy performance.• Be inspired to action to increase performance and achieve results.• Be encouraged and cha...
2024-05-0132 min
Quorum Forum76: Back to School at the APA-IL State ConferenceAncel Glink attorneys recently attended the 2023 APA-IL State Conference in Naperville, presenting planning law session, providing plan commissioner training, and catching up with friends and colleagues in the planning field. Tune into this episode of Quorum Forum to hear Ancel Glink's Erin Monforti and Katie Nagy engage conference participants with recent planning law cases, while attorneys Dan Bolin and Megan Mack share their experiences attending and presenting at the conference. --- Resources --- Justice Department Settles Housing Discrimination Lawsuit Against the Village of Hinsdale, Illinois, for $800,000 https://www.justice...
2023-10-051h 03
“Simply” Remarkable!“Simply” Remarkable! with Randy FoxJoin us for our weekly Live Streaming Show, “Simply” Remarkable! with host Sue Falcone and this week's guest, Randy Fox!Have you ever met a Keynote Speaker that uses No Podiums, No PowerPoints, and No Handouts? With Randy, whether Onstage or Virtual-your audiences will:• Experience an engaging high-energy performance• Be inspired to action to increase performance and achieve results• Be encouraged and challenged to make a difference in their work and community• Discover through real stories how to be the leaders and team members that will change the world...
2023-05-0330 min
Real Time with IPELRA2021 Legislative wrap upCristina speaks with Clark Barid Smith partner Jim Powers with an overview of items covered at the IPELRA Legislative Wrap up.
2021-12-1934 minReal Time with IPELRAAnalyzing and Improving your 457 PlanMegan and Cristina speak with Justin Pisellini, owner of the 457 Consulting Group, on ways employers can educate themselves and staff on investing as well as how to find savings by benchnmarking and analyzing your plans. Justin can be reached at 630-808-0761.
2021-12-0631 minReal Time with IPELRAThe Great ResignationMegan and Cristina speak with Candace Fisher from HR Source about the number of employees leaving the workforce. Candace can be reached at info@hrsource.org. Make sure you include her name in your message!
2021-11-2937 minReal Time with IPELRANavigating a Harassment Free Workplace: Part IIIMegan and Cristina speak with Elizabeth "Liz" Wagman from Tressler LLP in the third and final segment of the 3 part series on workplace harassment. Liz can be reached at ewagman@tresslerllp.com.
2021-11-2227 minReal Time with IPELRANavigating a Harassment Free Workplace Part IIThis week Megan and Cristina speak with Darcy Proctor, Partner at Tressler LLP in the second of our 3 part series in navigating a harassmnt free workplace. Darcy can be reached at dproctor@tresslerllp.com or 312-307-8595.
2021-11-1532 minReal Time with IPELRANavigating a Harrasment Free WorkplaceIn the first of a 3 part series on harassment in the workplace 'Real Time' speaks with Senior Counsel at Tressler LLP Kathleen Gibbons. Kathleen can be reached at kgibbons@tresslerllp.com or 312-968-2280.
2021-11-0834 min
Quorum Forum58: Taxes!There is nothing certain in this life but Quorum Forum podcast and taxes! Ancel Glink's Keri-Lyn Krafthefer, Adam Simon, and Jim Rock join us to discuss budget and levy process, tax objections, tax assessment appeals, and more! Email your questions to podcast@ancelglink.com! --- Resources --- Real Time with IPELRA Podcast, Mandating Vaccination in the Workplace https://anchor.fm/ipelra/episodes/Mandating-Vaccination-in-the-Workplace-e18jr4i GovLove Podcast, Implementing a COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate https://elgl.org/podcast-implementing-a-covid-19-vaccine-mandate-with-craig-talsma-hoffman-estates-park-district-il/ Municipal Minute, Governor Signs Several Bills Into Law That Affect Local Governments http://municipalminute.ancelglink.com/2021/09/governor-signs-several-bills-into-law.html Municipal Minute, New Open Meetings...
2021-11-041h 04Real Time with IPELRAPublic Salary: Online wage and benefit softwareMegan and Cristina speak with Brad Folkens, bfolkens@citytchusa.com, the man behind the curtain at the popular website, www.publicsalary.com
2021-11-0138 minReal Time with IPELRAOctober is National Disability Employment Awareness MonthMegan and Cristina speak with Mary Lynn Fayoumi, President of HR Source. Mary recently authored an article on October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Mary and the team at HR Source can be reached at 800-448-4584 or at info@hrsource.org.
2021-10-2430 minReal Time with IPELRASCANDAL in the workplaceSenior Counsel Leigh Jeter from Michael Best & Friedrich Law firm talks about new Illinois laws and addressing SCANDAL in the workplace. Leigh can be reached at sljeter@michaelbest.com or 312-596-5806.
2021-10-1930 minReal Time with IPELRAMandating Vaccination in the WorkplaceThis week Megan and Cristina speak with Keri-Lyn Krafthefer equity partner with the Ancel Glink Law Firm about mandating vaccines in the workplace. This compelling episode covers a variety of issues that may impact an employers ability to mandate a vaccine in the workplace.
2021-10-1126 minReal Time with IPELRAThe Benefits of Wellness Programs in the WorkplaceThis week Megan and Cristina speak with Alli Arndt Wellness Manager for Assurance. Learn the benefits of having a wellness program in your workplace.
2021-10-0431 minReal Time with IPELRABullying in the Workplace--Yes, its still happening remotely!In the Season Three Premiere Megan and Cristina speak with Amy Moor- Gaylord from Akerman, LLP about the very real issue of workplace bullying even while many people are working remotely. Amy can be reached at 312-282-4646 or by email at amy.gaylord@akerman.com. For more information on workplace bullying, please visit, https://workplacebullying.org/.
2021-09-2732 min
Real Time with IPELRAMental Health AwarenessMegan and Cristina speak with Geri Kerger, Executive Director of NAMI DuPage about the reality of mental health and what we as employers can do about it. Director Kerger can be reached at 630-752-0066 X201 and can assist those outside of DuPage County as well. Her email is g.kerger@namidupage.org.
2021-06-0731 minReal Time with IPELRACompensation DiscriminationMegan and Cristina speak with Angela Adams from HR Source about compensation discrimination.
2021-06-0229 minReal Time with IPELRAMilitary Leave--what you need to know as an employerMegan and Cristina speak with Ben Gehrt, partner at Clark Baird Smith about the importance of understanding military leave laws in employment.
2021-05-2026 minReal Time with IPELRAAbsorbing a Road District: The Village of Homer Glen Case StudyMegan and Cristina speak with Stacey Patrianakos, HR Manager for the Village of Homer Glen about the Village's recent absorption of the Homer Road district and subsequent creation of a Public Works Department.
2021-05-1428 minReal Time with IPELRANew Illinois Law on Convictions and Background ChecksMegan and Cristina speak with Top Female Labor and Employment Lawyer Jill O'Brien about the new Illinois Law on convictions and background checks. Jill can be reached at jobrien@lanermuchin.com or 312-531-1151.https://www.ipelra.org/DocumentCenter/View/2098/Internal-Record-of-Conviction-Questionnaire-https://www.ipelra.org/DocumentCenter/View/2099/Notice-of-Adverse-Action-https://www.ipelra.org/DocumentCenter/View/2100/Notice-of-Applicant-or-Employee-of-Pending-Adverse-Action-
2021-04-1927 minReal Time with IPELRAThe Consolidated Appropriations ActMegan and Cristina speak with Nancy Farnam, Area Senior Vice President and Compliance Counsel for the Great Lakes Region of Gallagher’s Benefits & HR Consulting division about the Consolidated Appropriations Act. For more information please contact Joyce Janu Area Vie President and Public Sector contact at joyce_janu@ajg.com
2021-04-1227 minReal Time with IPELRAHR as a Strategic Business PartnerMegan and Cristina speak with Lake Forest Human Resources Director DeSha Kalmar on the role of HR as a strategic business partner in local government. DeSha can be reached at KalmarD@cityoflakeforest.com until the end of April and than at desha.kalmar@gmail.com.
2021-04-0530 minReal Time with IPELRAWhat are Safety Sensitive positions?Megan and Cristina speak with Yvette Heintzelman, Senior Law Partner at Clark Baird Smith, about safety sensitive positions. Yvette can be reached at YHeintzelman@cbslawyers.com or 847-378-7706.
2021-03-2931 minReal Time with IPELRAIntegrating racial equity in local governmentMegan and Cristina speak with Kimberly Richardson, Deputy City Manager for the City of Evanston on what this topic means to her and why this has become a priority for the City of Evanston. Kim can be reached at krichardson@cityofevanston.org.
2021-03-2234 minReal Time with IPELRAThe "sandwich" generation: How employers can support employees who are caring for their parentsMegan and Cristina speak with Anne Marie Gaura, Lincolnwood Village Manager about her experience caring for her parents while working as well as what employers can do to be proactive in addressing this issue. Anne Marie can be reached at 847-745-4712 or AGaura@lwd.org.Below are helpful resources for employers:https://www.hbs.edu/managing-the-future-of-work/Documents/The_Caring_Company.pdfhttps://nebgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/NEBGH-Caregiving_Practical-Guide-FINAL.pdf
2021-03-1524 minReal Time with IPELRAPolice Outreach and Community Engagement: Lake County Sheriff's OfficeMegan and Cristina speak with Lt. Chris Covelli of the Lake County Sheriff's Office about their successful efforts with community outreach and engagement. Lt. Covelli can be reached at CCovelli@lakecountyil.gov or (847) 317-4180.
2021-03-0829 minReal Time with IPELRAConducting Employee InvestigationsMegan and Cristina speak with Warrenville Police Chief Ray Turano regarding conducing employee investigations. Chief Turano can be reached at rturano@warrenville.il.us.
2021-03-0128 minReal Time with IPELRAAligning Policing with CommunityMegan and Cristina speak with Political Science Professor Casey LaFrance about the origins and the idea of community policing. You can reach Casey LaFrance MPA, PhD and check out his work at tc-lafrance@wiu.edu, https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=g2tM5q0AAAAJ&hl=en, https://www.amazon.com/Targeting-Discretion-Frontline-Officers-Students/dp/1940771099
2021-02-2235 minReal Time with IPELRAFunding healthcare in retirementMegan and Cristina speak with Joel Babbitt, Benefit Coordinator/VEBA Plan Administrator for IPPFA Benefits about what plans employers should offer to assist employees with funding healthcare in retirement. Joel can be reached at joelb@ippfabenefits.org or 773-427-2060. Below are two payment calculators listeners can use to estimate healthcare costs in retirement. https://www.wealthhealthblueprint.com/about-you/https://nationwidefinancial.com/nationwide-retirement-institute/health-care-in-retirement
2021-02-1528 minReal Time with IPELRARetirement planning and the Economic Impacts of Covid 19Cristina and Megan speak with Katie George, CFA, Director and Client Portfolio Manager of ICMA-RC about retirement planning and the economic impacts of Covid-19. Katie can be reached at kgeorge@icmarc.org.
2021-02-0825 minReal Time with IPELRAThe End of the Trump Administration: Federal agencies announce changesCristina speaks with Abby Rogers, labor and employment counselor at Engler, Callaway, Baasten & Sraga about federal agency activity in the sunset of an administration.
2021-02-0132 minReal Time with IPELRAPolice BODY CAMS and the Duty to BargainMegan and Cristina speak with Clark Baird Smith law partner Roxana Underwood about the duty to bargain over body cams and Police Reform Bill HB3653. Roxana can be reached at runderwood@cbslawyers.com. For more information on HB3653 sign up for IPELRA's critically acclaimed Employment Law Seminar being offered virtually this year! Visit www.ipelra.org to register.
2021-01-2529 minReal Time with IPELRAOH Shucks! How you can be prepared for a surprise visit from OSHAMegan and Cristina speak with Risk Management Consultant Dane Mall from Alliant. Dane can be reached at Dane.Mall@alliant.com. For information on your requirements and responsibilities, visit, https://www.osha.gov/recordkeeping/osha-rkforms-winstr_fillable.pdf.
2021-01-1830 minReal Time with IPELRADo Employers have the right to Mandate a vaccine? ***Also - Check the April 2021 IPELRA Newsletter for a Potential New Legal Development Affecting a Public Employer’s Right to Mandate COVID Vaccines AMegan and Cristina speak with Jim Powers, founding partner of Clark Baird Smith LLP on this important topic. Jim can be reached at jpowers@cbslawyers.com or in the office at 847-378-7707.***Also - Check the April 2021 IPELRA Newsletter for a Potential New Legal Development Affecting a Public Employer’s Right to Mandate COVID Vaccines Authorized Under the FDA’s Emergency Powers***
2021-01-1128 minReal Time with IPELRAFFCRA's expired, but the virus is still here--What you need to knowMegan and Cristina speak with Jeff Nowak, Attorney with Littler and author of the popular blog, FMLA Insights. Jeff can be reached at jnowak@littler.com.
2021-01-0427 minReal Time with IPELRADe-escalation: Andra Medea discuses a technique using scientific brain research to reduce aggressionIn this final episode of Season One Megan and Cristina speak with Andra Medea about her innovative de-escalation technique, C3. Andra can be reached at www.C3D.co. https://www.dailyherald.com/discuss/20200919/successful-partners
2020-11-3027 minReal Time with IPELRAScary Statistics: Women stepping back because of COVIDMegan and Cristina speak with Mysi Hall, HR Generalist at GovHR and President-Elect of The Legacy Project about a disturbing workplace trend--women stepping back because of COVID. COVID Response Survey www.legacyprojectnow.org/resources Mysi can be reached at mhall@govhrusa.com
2020-11-2327 minReal Time with IPELRADiversity, Equity, and Inclusion: How to initiate change in the workplaceMegan and Cristina speak with Sonal Shaw of HR Source as she previews her upcoming webinar on this important topic.
2020-11-1630 minReal Time with IPELRAWorkplace Mental Health Concerns in the Wake of COVID-19Megan and Cristina speak with Joyce Marker. Joyce has been a licensed psychotherapist for over twenty years and has served in multiple leadership positions including President of the Illinois Counseling Association, two-terms as President of the Illinois Mental Health Counselors Association, and Chair of the Midwest Region of the American Counseling Association.If you would like to access a PDF that includes the key points discussed during the podcast and additional resources, please text MENTALHEALTH to 33777. https://www.joyce-marter.com/Resources for First Responders https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Frontline-Professionals/Public-Safety-Professionals
2020-11-0926 minReal Time with IPELRAPolitics in the WorkplaceMegan and Cristina speak with Marji Swanson, partner at Mahoney, Silverman, and Cross, LLC about politics in the workplace. What activity is permitted and what should be prohibited in a public sector workplace? Marji can be reached at 815-730-9500 and on the web at www.mwclaw.com.
2020-11-0225 minReal Time with IPELRAJustice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's Contributions to the WorkplaceMegan and Cristina speak with Yordana Wysocki, legal partner with Hervas, Condon & Bersani, PC. about Justice Ginsburg's contributions to the workplace. Yordana can be reached at ywysocki@hcbattorneys.com.
2020-10-2531 minReal Time with IPELRAA look back at a legacy: Leslie Rienzie-Barry, IPELRA PresidentMegan and Cristina speak with IPELRA President Leslie G. Rienzie-Barry, HRCI-SPHR, SHRM-SCP on her experience with the organization as she passes the torch to Cristina. Leslie is the Director of Human Resources for the Will County Circuit Clerk and can be reached at lrienzie@willcountyillinois.com.
2020-10-1730 minReal Time with IPELRAWorkplace Trends with Sonal ShahMegan and Cristina speak with Senior Employment Counselor Sonal Shah from HR Source. Sonal discusses workplace trends amid a global pandemic and divisive political climate. Listen to hear how President Trump's latest Executive Order may impact your planned diversity training. https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/executive-order-combating-race-sex-stereotyping/Sonal can be reached at www.hrsource.org.
2020-10-0531 minReal Time with IPELRAThe Need for Organizational AnalysisMegan and Cristina speak with Powerhouse Heidi Voorhees (GovHr) on the need for organizational analysis. Learn what you need to know to stay effective and efficient in 2020! Heidi can be reached on the web at www.govhrusa.com or HVoorhees@GovHRusa.com
2020-09-2828 minReal Time with IPELRAEffective Communication in the Age of Social DistancingOur first ever QUAD communication! Megan and Cristina speak with IPELRA's own Bob Smith, managing partner at Clark Baird Smith and counselor to IPELRA and daughter Dr. Stephanie Smith, Assistant Professor of Communication at Virginia Tech. The group discusses the challenges of communicating during a global pandemic and offers tips for Elected Officials to successfully utilize social media.Bob can be reached at rsmith@cbslawyers.com.or 847-378-7700.Stephanie can be contacted at stephasmith1@gmail.com or via linkedin.com/in/stephanie-smith-phd-apr.
2020-09-2127 minReal Time with IPELRAQualified ImmunityMegan and Cristina speak with Civil Rights Attorney Jim Sotos about qualified immunity. Learn what this legal principal really is, what it means for Police operations, and how it affects municipal government. Jim can be reached at JSotos@jsotoslaw.com.
2020-09-1436 minReal Time with IPELRASkills vs Degrees: What Employers should really look for while recruitingMegan and Cristina speak with Cris Randall, former IPELRA member and City of Alpharetta, GA Human Resources Director. Cris shares her journey to HR and speaks about her educational background. Her unique perspective offers insight into what employers should look for while recruiting. Cris can be reached at crandall@alpharetta.ga.us.
2020-09-0833 minReal Time with IPELRACOVID 19 & Worker's Compensation ClaimsMegan and Cristina speak with Margo Ely, Executive Director for IRMA, a risk management pool in Illinois, about the IL Worker's Compensation Commission ruling earlier this, the Illinois legislature's ruling, and new provisions for PEDA. Learn how to protect your employees and your municipality in this informative episode. Margo can be reached at margoe@irmarisk.org.
2020-08-3134 minReal Time with IPELRAEarly Retirement: The Village of Woodridge Voluntary Separation ProgramMegan and Cristina speak with IPELRA Alum and current Village of Woodridge Manager Al Stonitsch about a thoughtfully created program implemented to address personnel costs. for more information on this program contact Al at 630-719-4707 or AStonitsch@vil.woodridge.il.us.
2020-08-2433 minReal Time with IPELRARe-imagining Police: How Park Forest is investing in the communityMegan and Cristina speak with Park Forest Police Chief Christopher Mannino. Park Forest was recently spotlighted in the news in the wake of cries to defund Police. Listen to how this community has redeployed resources to meet community needs. https://www.fox32chicago.com/video/832880Chief Mannino can be reached at cmannino@ParkForest-IL.gov.
2020-08-1732 minReal Time with IPELRACovid and the Classroom: What Back to School means for employersJohn Hayes, Senior Counselor at Smith Amundsen, jhayes@salawus.com, discusses with Megan and Crisitna a recent webinar his firm hosted addressing the upcoming school year and the impact remote learning will have on employers. You can view the webinar in its entirety here, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLFElBN-7Sk&feature=youtu.be.
2020-08-1031 minReal Time with IPELRAThe Chicago Police Supervisor's Recent Interest Arbitration AwardMegan and Cristina speak with Melissa Sobota, an attorney with Franczek P.C. a law firm representing the City of Chicago in negotiations with the Policemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association of Illinois. The three discuss the issues before the arbitrator and awards regarding significant police accountability provisions and increased health care contributions for Supervisors electing to take early retirement among other items. Melissa can be reached at mds@franczek.com.
2020-08-0331 minReal Time with IPELRACan you get fired for protesting? First Amendment Rights in the workplaceMegan and Cristina speak with John Kelly, an attorney with the firm Ottosen DiNolfo Hasenbalg & Castaldo, Ltd. The three discuss current situations and real life examples employees and employers may be faced in the workplace.
2020-07-2731 minReal Time with IPELRASummer vacations for Employees in the Wake of Covid19Megan and Cristina speak with Renee Bouvier from Robert Half Technology regarding a recent survey the published regarding employee time off during this uncertain times. http://rh-us.mediaroom.com/2020-05-28-Survey-The-State-of-Summer-Vacations-For-Employees
2020-07-2031 minReal Time with IPELRAWomen in LeadershipThis week, Megan and Cristina speak with Kelly Coyle, Board member for the Legacy project, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing and promoting women in local government. Learn how you can get involved in this enterprising organization and address the gender gap in local government. https://www.legacyprojectnow.org/
2020-07-1335 minReal Time with IPELRAUnderstanding Implicit BiasMegan and Cristina speak with Janelle Tarasewicz, principal consultant at Aperture-EQ, https://apertureeq.com about implicit bias in the workplace. This enlightening conversation references several books worth reading including White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo and Blindspot: Hidden Bias of Good People by Anthony Greenwald and Mahzarin Banaji.
2020-07-0632 minReal Time with IPELRAThe Secret to Getting PromotedSt. Charles Human Resources Director & IPELRA Board member Jenn McMahon joins Megan & Cristina with the secret to getting promoted! See links to the Forbes article discussed as well as a Ted Talk by Amy Cuddy, author of Presence, Bringing your Boldest Self to your Biggest Challenges.https://www.forbes.com/sites/ashleystahl/2015/04/03/7-ways-to-get-noticed-at-work/#4159aa66491dhttps://www.ted.com/speakers/amy_cuddy
2020-06-2632 minReal Time with IPELRARecent Supreme Court Decision Regarding Title VII of the Civil Rights ActAbby Rogers, Senior Labor and Employment Counselor at Engler, Callaway, Baasten, & Straga, LLC discusses the local impact of this legislation with Megan & Cristina.
2020-06-1930 minReal Time with IPELRARecruitment in the age of a global pandemicMegan and Cristina discuss recruitment in municipal government including traditional hiring, and what that might look like in the age of Corona Virus.
2020-06-1431 minReal Time with IPELRAWellness in the WorkplaceIncoming IPELRA President Cristina White and Real Time with IPELRA host Megan Fulara discuss Wellness in the Workplace.
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