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• May Chapter Meeting - Mental Health in the Workplace: Fostering a Culture of Empathy and Productivity

  • When
    Wednesday, May 14, 2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    The Warehouse on State

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  Featured Topic: Mental Health in the Workplace: Fostering a Culture of Empathy and Productivity

  Join us for an interactive workshop designed to equip HR professionals and organizational leaders with tools to better support mental health in the workplace. This session will explore:

  • Common mental health issues impacting today’s workforce
  • How to recognize signs of distress in colleagues
  • Best practices for building a culture of psychological safety and support

  Attendees will collaborate through case studies, group discussions, and a guided worksheet to help translate insights into action. Each participant will leave with a Personalized Mental Health Support Action Plan—a practical, workplace-ready guide that outlines specific strategies, resources, and next steps to promote mental well-being across their teams.

  Featured Speaker: Naomi Willis

  Naomi, originally from the North Chicago Suburbs, relocated to Central Illinois to pursue her Bachelor’s degree at the University of Illinois. She later earned her Master of Social Work (MSW) from the University of Southern California while gaining experience in various health and human services roles.

  Naomi holds her Licensed Social Worker (LSW) certification and has a diverse background in counseling and business development. She has also delivered presentations on topics such as self-care, mental health, and wellness to numerous professional development organizations in the Greater Peoria Area.

  With extensive experience working alongside HR professionals, employers, and healthcare providers across Central Illinois, Naomi is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships with community partners and connecting individuals to mental health and substance use resources statewide.

  Meeting Agenda:

  -11:30-11:50 Check-in & Networking

  -11:50-12:00 Chapter Announcements & Speaker Introduction

  -12:00-1:00 Presentation, Q&A 

  Guests:

  -Member: $30

  -Non-Member: $40

  -First-time guests can join for free - reach out to Allison Gottwald at agottwald@eastersealsci.com for more information.

  Registration Deadline: Monday, May 12 @ 5pm

  Location:

  -The Warehouse on State: 736 SW Washington St Peoria, IL

  
  

  
  

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• June Chapter Meeting - AI-Powered HR

  • When
    Wednesday, June 11, 2025
  •  
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    The Warehouse on State

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  Featured Topic: AI-Powered HR: Transforming Efficiency and Maximizing Impact

  Speaker: Lauren Patel, AAIM Employers' Association

  Join us for an engaging session as we explore how AI is transforming the HR function and maximizing impact across organizations. This session will cover:

  -Real-world use cases for AI in recruiting, compliance, and communication

  -Practical tips for using tools like ChatGPT to streamline workflows

  -Strategies for aligning AI with your organization's goals and culture

  -Considerations around ethics, creativity, and the evolving role of HR professionals

  Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how AI can enhance your HR team’s efficiency and strategic value!

  Meeting Agenda:

  -11:30-11:50 Check-in & Networking

  -11:50-12:00 Chapter Announcements & Speaker Introduction

  -12:00-1:00 Presentation, Q&A 

  Guests:

  -Member: $30

  -Non-Member: $40

  -First-time guests can join for free - reach out to Allison Gottwald at agottwald@eastersealsci.com for more information.

  Registration Deadline: Monday, May 12 @ 5pm

  Location:

  -The Warehouse on State: 736 SW Washington St Peoria, IL

  
  

  
  

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