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HR LUNCH BUNCH

Lunch Bunch is our free monthly webinar series designed to keep you informed, inspired, and connected. Held during the lunch hour, these sessions are led by seasoned professionals who bring expertise, clarity, and a touch of humor to even the most complex workplace topics. Each session is presented in a casual, conversational style—more like a thoughtful discussion with colleagues than a formal training. We cover timely issues facing today’s workplaces, share real-world scenarios, and offer practical takeaways you can put to use right away. Whether you’re deep in HR or just brushing up on best practices, Lunch Bunch is a great way to explore fresh ideas, learn from others, and stay current—without giving up your whole day. So grab your lunch, log in, and join us for a smart, approachable conversation that makes HR feel a little more human.

Tackling Gender Bias in the Workplace

July 2, 2025 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm | Deborah Jeffries, SHRM-CP, SCP, CPC | Free

Even the most well-intentioned workplaces can harbor hidden gender bias—in hiring decisions, performance reviews, employee development, team dynamics, or everyday conversations. For HR professionals, the responsibility isn’t just to recognize bias when it surfaces, but to build systems, practices, and cultures that actively reduce it. 

Our goal for this HR Lunch Bunch discussion is to explore how gender bias shows up in subtle ways, how it influences employee experience and equity, and what HR professionals can do to address it. Through real-world examples and thought-provoking questions, participants will reflect on how policies, practices, and people processes can either reinforce or disrupt bias. 

This session is not about blame—it’s about awareness, curiosity, and action. Join us to sharpen your lens, learn from your peers, and walk away with practical insights you can apply immediately to foster fairness and inclusion in your organization. Gender Bias in the Workplace is Not Always Intentional, But Always Impactful!

Come prepared to participate and bring along your questions.  This is a great time and place to share your “tools and learnings” with other attendees.

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Managing Employee Transitions with Confidence

August 6, 2025 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm | Deborah Jeffries, SHRM-CP, SCP, CPC | Free

Whether it’s a promotion, department shift, or a departure from the organization, employee transitions are inevitable—and how you handle them can make all the difference. A well-managed transition safeguards productivity, preserves morale, and protects institutional knowledge. This discussion explores practical strategies for managing internal and external transitions with intention and care. From role changes to resignations the goal is minimizing disruption while maximizing continuity and communication.

Attendees will:

  • Explore the key types of employee transitions and their ripple effects
  • Learn about creating effective transition plans that support both employees and teams
  • Understand the role of training, communication, and knowledge transfer in successful handovers
  • Gain tools to navigate resistance, skill gaps, and shifting team dynamics.

This is more than an operational checklist—it’s a people-first approach to change. Join us for a conversation on building smoother transitions that work for everyone. This is also a wonderful opportunity to ask questions of each other as well as bring your insights and experiences to the discussion to share. Our lunch time conversations are a great time for networking and learning from others.

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Ensuring Safe Commuting for All Employees

September 3, 2025 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm | Deborah Jeffries, SHRM-CP, SCP, CPC | Whitney Bennett | Free

Whitney Bennett from Commute Options (a non-profit out of Central Oregon) will share information about their Oregon Friendly Driver training program which teaches people who drive what to expect from people walking and biking to support safe commuting to/from work and on the job. Whether employees commute by car, foot, or bike – everyone deserves to get to where they need to go safely.

Oregon Friendly Driver dissolves the tension in the commute by helping all road users understand how our laws, infrastructure, and roadway design shape risky behavior patterns. We cover common crashes, and what drivers can do to prevent them. The goal of the free Oregon Friendly Driver training is to reduce the number of severe injuries and fatalities on our Oregon roads. When our employees get in a crash, it does not matter who is at fault, everyone suffers – whether that is physically, financially, or emotionally. Oregon Friendly Driver is an essential training to include in the employee onboarding process. We will discuss how it can be integrated into the workplace via HR and the benefits it can have on an organization.

This will be a GREAT discussion to share what you are doing in this space. It also will be a wonderful program to invite staff to participate or have them watch/listen to our recording. This just might be a program you invite Commute Options into your organization for a “visit”.

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ACADEMY ACCESS

Looking to sharpen your HR skills or train your leadership team? Visit our Academy to access a growing library of on-demand courses, including our popular Supervisory Series and a wide range of educational materials. Whether you're building knowledge or tackling compliance challenges, the Academy makes it easy to learn on your schedule.

Access the Academy

At this time, the Academy only accepts single-learner registrations through the platform. If you need to register multiple individuals, please complete our group registration form available within our Academy course page. Once submitted, our team will invoice your organization and handle the registration process—ensuring each learner receives direct access and an invitation to the Academy.

CUSTOM TRAINING

We deliver client-specific custom training wherever it works best for your team — live at your location, virtually through an online platform, or in person at our site, which comfortably accommodates up to 20 learners. Our trainings are designed to meet your organization’s unique needs and culture, empowering your team with practical, relevant knowledge that supports immediate and long-term success.

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