The Richmond Chapter of the APA will be having a virtual chapter meeting on Wednesday, December 8th, 2021 from 9am until 12pm. You can earn 2 RCHs for attending. This meeting will be facilitated on our Zoom platform.

Speakers:

George Mavrantzas, Vice President of Strategy & Thought Leadership at ADP will be speaking on

Paving the Way for the Future of Pay | Staying on the Right Side of Compliance

As consumer behaviors continue to change and evolve, so too do the needs of employees when it comes to how they are paid and what they expect from employers in support of their financial wellness.

Often when it comes to adopting new methods of pay for employees, the biggest hurdle isn’t technology or culture—it’s navigating the complexities of federal and state compliance. With the federal government and 50 states each dictating their own (sometimes conflicting) requirements, it can be challenging for to best serve the needs of their employees, while mitigating compliance risk. The session also explores insights on the future of pay and best practices to navigate federal and state compliance complexities. Learn how your company can leverage pay as a competitive advantage when recruiting the next generation of workers, while mitigating compliance risk.

What You Will Learn / Learning Outcomes

1. Learn how different generational cohorts value flexibility and choice in pay
2. Discover the range of pay options available related to employee and employer priorities
3. Gain perspective on the pay card federal and state compliance challenges and best practices
4. Be able to align pay and pay card strategies with talent recruiting and retention objectives

Biography:
     George is a seasoned payments executive with over two decades in the prepaid industry with the last 17 years specifically in payments. Prior to ADP, George held several executive and senior level positions at firms including Global Cash Card, rapid! PayCard, Incomm, ITC Financial Services, T-Mobile, and Powertel. He has worked in all facets of prepaid and payment operations including but not limited to: Executive Management, Business Development, Project Management, Customer Service, Implementation, Relationship & Account Management, Thought Leadership and Social Media Expansion.
     As Vice President of Strategy and Thought Leadership at ADP, George is a member of the Wage Payments Executive team. He devises and executes strategic decisions for the business & delivers thought leadership and on-site presentations.
     George is a recognized expert and prolific speaker in the payments industry, and he is invited to speak at over 50 industry conferences a year to educate professionals on the ever changing payments landscape & benefits of electronic pay.
     He is a national member of the American Payroll Association. In addition, he is a member of the APA’s National Speakers Bureau and a recipient of the APA’s Citation of Merit for his contributions to the payroll industry.
     George is a graduate of the University of North Florida and resides in Jacksonville, Florida.

Annie Rau of Robert Half will also be speaking on

     Professional Networking Tactics for Success!

     This presentation will address why it’s important to network and how to overcome common roadblocks. You will get tips to develop your elevator pitch and set a strategy for in-person and online networking. You’ll also learn the best way to ask for assistance from your network.
   

Charity Support:

For the month of December, we are supporting Safe Harbor located in Henrico County.  Safe Harbor collaborates with community partners to serve the Greater Richmond region. Safe Harbor was founded in 1998 when representatives of Bon Secours Richmond Health System, Commonwealth Catholic Charities, Henrico County, The Salvation Army, Virginia Commonwealth University Sexual Assault Program, and the YWCA of Richmond met to address the shortage of shelter beds and support services in Henrico County for domestic violence victims. Safe Harbor opened their doors in April 2000 as an emergency shelter to provide safe housing for victims of domestic violence in imminent danger. Often, when a person is abused, financial resources are controlled by the abuser, cutting the victim off from resources to escape. Taking away some of these financial barriers allows for victims to secure the services they need. Here is where YOU can make a difference.

Please help to support this organization by donating gift cards, pantry items, or something from the Amazon wish list. Please click on the hyperlinks to go directly to each wish list. You can bring your items, physical giftcards,  or cash to our next in-person meeting on February 16, 2022.  You may also donate via our Paypal link:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=SP6DHQJ3HW5PQ. We will provide all donations collected along with the 50/50 raffle proceeds directly to Safe Harbor.

You can also provide cost free donations by shopping on Amazon Smile and selecting Safe Harbor as your charity of choice or use your Kroger Plus Card to earn money for Safe Harbor through the Kroger Community Rewards Program. Search for Safe Harbor or use the code TE498.


Ugly Sweater Contest:

Be sure to wear your ugly sweater!!

Tickets

$30.00 Member Ticket

$50.00 Guest Ticket