MAIN CONFERENCE PROGRAM
Feb. 2-4, 2026
TUESDAY, FEB. 3, 2026
7:30 a.m.
1:45 p.m. Tiki Torches and the Truth: Shining the Light on Workplace Investigations Shannon Kelly | GrayRobinson Like tiki torches guiding the way at a luau, strong investigation skills light the path to clarity. In this session, you’ll learn how to spark trust with employees, use interview techniques that encourage open conversation, and apply credibility assessments to separate flickers of
Conference Registration Desk Opens 8:15 a.m. The Intersection of Leave Laws: ADA/ FMLA/PWFA —What Public Employers Need to Know
Erin Jackson Johnson Jackson, Tampa, Florida
Aloha! Shake off that Mai Tai hangover and put on your lei. Day two kicks off with Erin Jackson speaking about the intersection of leave laws!
rumor from the steady glow of fact. Keep your investigations bright, balanced, and trustworthy.
9:15 a.m. Networking & Exhibitor Break 9:30 a.m.
2:45 p.m. Networking & Exhibitor Break 3:00 p.m. Public Pension Update
Sacha Dyson Bush Graziano Rice & Hearing Attorneys at Law, Tampa, FL Sticky Wickets
Glenn Thomas | Lewis Longman & Walker, Tallahassee, FL Glenn will update us on the legislation being proposed regarding the FRS and Chapters 175/185 pension plans. 4:00 p.m. Ups and Downs of the Labor Market: Setting Wages in Uncertainty Jeff Ling | Evergreen Solutions, LLC, Tallahassee, Florida Looking to get your tiki torches lit? In this session, Dr. Ling will educate us on how to navigate the ups and downs of the market and set wages during the uncertainty. Don’t miss this session! 5:00 p.m. Close of Day Two—Enjoy an evening on your own with the colleagues you met at the networking event! 9:00 p.m. Networking & Exhibitor Break
Sacha is back by popular demand! Every day brings new challenges for HR and LR practitioners. Sacha will guide us through some sticky wickets we may encounter after leaving the luau.
10:30 a.m. Networking & Exhibitor Break 10:45 a.m. Handling Grievance/Arbitrations: Preparing to Win! Ray Poole
Constangy Brooks Smith & Prophete, Jacksonville, FL Have an arbitration hearing on the horizon? Come learn how to prepare to WIN! Ray will be presenting to FPELRA for the first time! Let’s welcome him aboard FPELRA style!
11:45 a.m. United Badges Insurance Services Allen Durham, ARe, ARM President CEO
What’s the latest in cancer coverage and what does your jurisdiction need in order to comply with Florida Statutes? Come find out at this session! 12:15 p.m. FPELRA Awards Luncheon,
Certified Labor Relations Program Graduation & Business Meeting
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