The Environment, Labor & Safety+ Conference (ELS+) is a platform designed for safety, environmental compliance, and HR professionals in the meat industry to stay ahead of emerging trends and challenges. Our experts focus on practical and applicable insights, sharing essential information to help keep your workforce and facilities safe, engaged, and up to date. 

This community provides a secure environment where you can discuss challenges and learn from peers about what strategies are effective and which ones aren't. Most importantly, you will leave equipped with tools and talking points to effectively communicate your valuable ideas back at your plant. 

ELS+ is where you need to be to stay ahead of the curve on safety, environmental compliance, and human resources. It offers practical and applicable takeaways and provides a place to collaborate openly and confidentially with peers. 

Leaders and professionals in: 

• Safety
• Human Resources
• Environmental Compliance 

This includes those juggling multiple responsibilities, navigating complex regulations, and striving to engage and motivate their teams within the meat and poultry industry. Whether you're a safety manager, an HR director, an environmental specialist, or a supervisor with safety responsibilities, ELS+ provides the knowledge, resources, and connections you need to excel in your role and drive positive change within your company.

The workplace is evolving faster than ever, shaped by AI advancements, generational shifts, and unpredictable challenges. In her keynote, Sarah Bohnenkamp, owner of Sarah J. Bohnenkamp Coaching & Consulting, LLC, will teach you how to: 

• Build a leadership brand that inspires massive trust from those around you
• Unleash the power of empathic listening - when people know you hear them, they are likelier to hear you
• Give feedback in a way that builds teammates up instead of feeling like a kick in the shin. 

Change isn't coming--it's here. Sarah will help you adapt boldly, lead authentically, and embrace the wild workplace with curiosity and confidence. 

2024 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

In an age where buzz phrases such as "big data," "machine learning," and "AI" inundate us, how can we distinguish hype from reality? Are there ways to use safety data in a forward-looking, predictive sense? Hear about real-world examples where organizations have reduced incidents by employing predictive analytics to foresee and mitigate future risks. 

Learn alongside meat industry leaders seeking actionable insights on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions measurement and reporting. This 3-hour interactive workshop will provide a better understanding of how to help your company excel in sustainability practices that satisfy emerging regulations, enhance operational efficiency, and foster resilient customer relationships. 

Boar's Head's partnership with Marathon Health highlights the establishment of a unique partnership focused on prioritizing the well-being of employees. Through this collaboration, a tailored approach was developed to address mental health needs effectively. Join us at ELS+ to gain tangible steps in fostering a supportive work environment where mental health is prioritized and nurtured. 

SHRM RECERTIFICATION CREDITS AVAILABLE

SHRM credential-holders can obtain 13 SHRM Recertification Credits from the Environment, Labor & Safety+ Conference by participating in all the general sessions and a total of eight concurrent sessions. 

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