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DATE: April 17, 2024

TIME: 8:00 - 9:30 a.m.

LOCATION: The Lancaster Country Club

COST: $45 Member

$60 Future Member

What to Expect!

Practical Considerations for Managing Remote, In-Person, & Hybrid Work Models

In this session with UGI and McNees, Wallace & Nurick, we will explore best practices, tips, and practical advice for managing workplace challenges that arise across in-person, hybrid, and remote workforces. One such example is an employer's approach to workplace injuries and workers' compensation. Our discussion will include practical considerations for human resources policy development, prioritizing safety, and supporting efficient recovery and return to work.

Meet the Speakers!

Stephen Borza, Director – Human Resources, UGI Utilities, Inc.

Steve has over 33 years of experience in human resources with a primary focus on labor and employee relations. He has spent most of his professional career in human resources at UGI Utilities, Inc. advancing to his current position of Director Human Resources in 2017.

Steve leads a team of human resources professionals and provides direction in the areas of employee relations, labor relations, performance management, compensation, workers’ compensation, company policy development, review and administration, employment law compliance, management/employee counseling, corrective actions and conflict resolution.  He functions as chief spokesperson for all union contract negotiations and oversees all grievance and complaint handling including any grievances that are escalated to arbitration. 

Micah T. Saul, Member – Labor & Employment Group, McNees Wallace & Nurick, LLC

Micah regularly counsels employers on matters involving employee management and workplace policies, discrimination and harassment, labor concerns and collective bargaining, and workers’ compensation.  In addition to providing counseling aimed at mitigating risks, Micah routinely represents employers before state and federal courts, administrative agencies, and arbitrators.  

Micah has successfully defended clients against discrimination and harassment suits, labor grievances, workers’ compensation claims, and other employment-related actions.  He has also secured the early dismissal of claims against employers through motions practice and, when appropriate, favorable settlements.  Micah provides efficient, cost-effective, and creative advocacy that is focused only on achieving the best possible outcome for clients.

Gregory R. Archibald, Associate – Labor & Employment Group, McNees Wallace & Nurick, LLC

Greg approaches clients’ legal needs with open lines of communication and long-term strategies for success.  He vigorously defends employers in workers’ compensation cases, including hearings, mediations, investigations, and appellate proceedings.  Greg regularly represents employers facing claims of discrimination, harassment, and constructive discharge before administrative bodies, such as the Equal Opportunity Employment Commission and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission and in state and federal courts.

Greg also creates custom employment and operational documents tailored to his clients’ individual needs, including employee handbooks, non-compete agreements, and severance agreements.  He further assists clients by conducting on-site and virtual investigations for employers facing complaints of workplace injuries, harassment, and discrimination.

What is the Excellence Exchange?

Excellence Exchange cultivates a space for you to hear innovative, noteworthy business practices and participate in small group discussions with other leaders in the community. You will gain insight into the successes and challenges facing organizations across a range of industries and discuss practical strategies for applying the lessons learned within your own workplace.

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