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Fall 2003 Conference (printer friendly version)

Sponsored by the APA Northstar Chapter
October 2, 2003
7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Edinburgh USA - Brooklyn Park MN

2003 Conference Agenda

Breakfast and Networking Events

Breakfast With The Vendors (8:00 - 9:30 am)
The morning will offer you the opportunity to visit a variety of vendors to discuss their products and services.  Don’t miss this chance to see what is new in the marketplace!

Social / Networking Event (4:30 - 6:30 pm)
This is an ideal opportunity to network with your colleagues about your challenges and opportunities in the world of Payroll.  Another way to network is to pass this brochure along to your fellow HR, HRIS, Payroll, Benefit professionals!  This Event is sponsored in part by Robert Half International.  This Event is always a lot of fun!

Motivational Speaker

Jill Spiegel - General Session (9:30 - 11:45 am)

Called "infectiously charming and energetic" by People Magazine, Jill Spiegel, founder of Goal Getters, is an entrepreneur, award-winning speaker and best-selling author of Flirting for Success, Flirting with Spirituality, and the Pocket Pep Talk. In addition to her popular seminars, Jill is a media favorite who appears on radio and television internationally. She explains, "Life is about celebrating and following your spirit." and oversees their web site www.flirtnow.com

Luncheon Speaker

Dr. Mari Shaw - Lunch (12:00 - 1:30 pm)

Dr. Mari Shaw is the current Business Education / Technology instructor for the K-12 school district in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin. She also serves as an educational and training consultant for public and private organizations. She has a passion for teaching and learning and integrates learning styles’ strategies into all of her courses.

Special Guest

Bruce Beckman is a Payroll and Human Resources Implementation Consultant for Mincom, Inc. Bruce is a familiar speaker at APA events. He is a member of the APA’s Hotline Referral Service, APA President’s Board of Advisors and brings over 20 years of experience in the payroll field. He is also speaking at the Taxable Fringe Benefits workshop.

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