University of Minnesota HRIR

Heading into the weekend BEAMING with after such an eventful week! Alums, current Ph.D candidates, and faculty from our department SHOWED up at the Academy of Management. Read below for all the reasons we feel this week!

1) Faculty and PhD students appeared 64 TIMES as presenters/panelists/discussants/moderators/etc. !

2) Connie Wanberg was awarded the OB Societal Impact Award from the Organizational Behavior Division of the Academy of Management

3) John Kammeyer-Mueller was awarded the International HRM Scholarly Research Award in the HR Division

4) Mary Zellmer-Bruhn won most influential article published from 2016-2019 by Conflict Management Division of the Academy of Management.

5) Christopher Wi******er won the Most Innovative Student Paper Award from the Organizational Behavior Division and Best Reviewer Award.

Avner Ben-Ner was nominated for Best Paper Award by the Strategic Management Division

once again! Faculty member Mary Zellmer-Bruhn was awarded the "Most Influential Paper Published from 2016-2019" in the Conflict Management Division at the Academy of Management's Annual Meeting!

This award is given to articles published 5 years in the past that have made a significant contribution to research in the Conflict Management domain. Some indicators of influence on the field include: citation count, generative research and theory impact, wide use in doctoral seminars and more.

In their article Mary Zellmer-Bruhn and co-author Lingtao Yu introduce the concept of team mindfulness, defined as a shared belief among team members that their interactions are characterized by a sense of awareness to present events and the nonjudgemental processing of within-team experiences. Their research showed team mindfulness can:

* Reduce team conflicts
* Reduce the connection between task conflict and relationship conflict at the team level
* Prevent conflicts within a team from leading to negative behaviors towards individuals

To read more on their team mindfulness work visit here: https://hbr.org/2019/05/what-mindfulness-can-do-for-a-team

Cheers to our faculty who continue to innovate the field and contribute in impactful ways that seek to make work a better place.

Our faculty keep on shining at the Academy of Management annual meeting! Congratulations Professor John Kammeyer-Mueller for receiving the 2024 International Human Resource Management Scholarly Research Award in the Human Resources Division.

In their award-winning paper "Escaping the Rut - Bridging research on expatriate and organizational newcomer adjustment", Professor John, and co-authors Mihaela Dimitrova, Margaret Shaffer, and Marlene Gruber propose we "escape the rut" by looking at expatriate adjustment beyond the psychological state by drawing insights from the literature on organizational newcomer adjustment.

By integrating theoretical frameworks and empirical findings related to dynamic social and proactive development processes, they provide the basis for a new research framework that not only enhances the field of expatriate management but also fosters interdisciplinary collaboration between the two domains.

To read the full paper, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e7zA45W2

Congratulations!!

Congratulations to Professor Connie Wanberg for receiving the Academy of Management "2024 Societal Impact Award" in the Organizational Behavior Division during the Academy of Management's annual meeting in Chicago. Professor Wanberg's scholarship addresses a timely societal issue - Job Search and Re-Employment.

The Societal Impact Award is given to scholarly work that is both scientifically credible and useful to society with the aim of making the world a better place. As highlighted by the nominators, Professor's Wanberg's contributions include:

1) An examination of which job search methods predict job search success and how search changes over time.
2) Development of interventions to help job seekers find (good) jobs faster
3) Exposed discrimination during job search
4) Identified the role of socio-economic status in job search and re-employment
5) Identified how application of organizational behavior can contribute to macro-economic examinations of unemployment

Professor Wanberg has a long history of using the insights provided by her work to assist government agencies and companies in the development of more effective interventions and programs for workforce development.

To learn more about her research, please visit: https://lnkd.in/g6QBb5Cu

Congratulations Connie Wanberg on this major accomplishment!

Congratulations Jee Young Seo on passing your final dissertation defense!

Dr. Seo's dissertation topic was on how supervisors' daily expressions of agitation can reduce employee willingness to voice their concerns about how to improve the workplace or reduce errors.

We are thrilled to share that Jee Young Seo will be joining the NEOMA Business School faculty this fall in Rheims, France. Good luck and congratulations on this major achievement!

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Interested in labor relations, or have individuals within your organizations or networks who are? Professor and LERA President, John W. Budd, Liz Brenner (MA HRIR '12), and other Twin Cities professionals representing labor, management, and neutrals have launched the North Star chapter of Labor and Employment Relations Association.

The North Star chapter will provide a non-partisan forum that uniquely brings together representatives of labor and management along with interested academics, policymakers, and neutrals to learn from each other about labor relations topics that are of mutual interest.

Three events are planned for 2024-25, with the first one on September 24, 2024: "Building a New Labor-Management Relationship Between Ziegler Caterpillar and IUOE Local 49 featuring Ann LaPorte, SPHR (Vice President - Human Resources, Ziegler CAT) and Matt Nystrom (Business Agent, IUOE Local 49).

If you are in the Twin Cities and interested in labor relations, please join them and share this information with others who might be interested! For more information, see https://lnkd.in/giekw-pY.

We are thrilled to announce that Industrial Relations Land Grant Chair and Professor John W. Budd was named president-elect at this year's Labor and Employment Relations Association annual meeting held at the end of June in New York City. Congratulations on this accomplishment!

CHRLS were proud to sponsor and attend a conference that brings together multiple perspectives with the goal of linking research to best practices through programs that build connections between research, policy, and practice. CHRLS was well-represented including Jonathan Booth (PhD '09), Liz Brenner (MA HRIR '12), John Budd, Philip LaPorte (MAIR '83), Jianxuan Lei (PhD candidate), Amit Kramer (PhD '09), Sondra Menzies (M-HRIR '23), and Yongjin Nho (PhD '98) who made presentations and moderated panels.

Research shows that managers spend upward 20% of their time managing conflict. Over the past 3 decades, WOrg Associate Professor, Pri Shah and co-authors Randall S. Peterson, Amanda J. Ferguson, and Stephen Jones studied thousands of team conflicts to understand what they look like, how they evolve over time, and their impact if not addressed effectively. Their recently published Harvard Business Review article names the four most common team conflicts and offer solutions on how to manage them. Check out the full article here! https://lnkd.in/d53bTEtS

Pri Shah's primary research areas are Social Networks, Teams and Decision-Making. Her areas of teaching expertise include Negotiations, Organizational Behavior, Teams and Social Networks. She currently teaches negotiation in the Carlson Executive Education, University of Minnesota and MBA programs. Professor Shah holds an undergraduate degrees in Psychology and Biology from the University of Rochester, a Masters and PhD in Organizational Behavior from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management.

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It takes a village to run Minnesota's Great Get-Together! In addition to 90 year-round staff members, the fair adds about 450 seasonal staff. For the duration of the fair, around 2,300 people are hired to work for the fair departments, and commercial exhibitors hire another 10,000.

Our featured speaker, Sara Donaldson, spent the past three years with the Minnesota State Fair, representing the 5th congressional district and serving as a VP on the board of managers. With a background in Biology and Economics from Colgate University, Sara will provide an insightful discussion covering:

The History of the Minnesota State Fair
The Fair as a Unique Workplace:
The Significant Impact of the Fair on Minnesota.

Date: Wednesday, July 24
Time: 11:30 am
RSVP Today! Link in comments)

1,835,826 people attended the Minnesota State Fair in 2023. What makes the Fair such a staple in the state of Minnesota? Join us on Wednesday, July 24, from 11:30 to 12:30pm at the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management for a behind-the-scenes look at the Great Minnesota Get-Together REGISTER HERE! https://lnkd.in/gWmfMKv9 (no registration fee).

Our featured speaker Sara Donaldson, has spent the past three years representing the 5th District and serving as Vice-President on the MN State Agricultural Society's Board of Managers. Stop by grab a bite and learn about the fair, its history, what is like to work at the Fair, and its significant impact on Minnesota.

Every year, the Minnesota State Fair welcomes 1+ million visitors making it the nation's largest state fair by daily average attendance. Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes when planning The Great Minnesota Get -Together?

Join us for an insightful session with Sara, 5th District Vice-President and Board of Manager member, where we will dive into ALL things MN State Fair: the history, workforce, and its impact on Minnesota. In her role, Sara, along with 9 other board members, serves in the governing body of the Minnesota State Agricultural Society, which is responsible for organizing the fair. The Board of Managers sets policy, provides oversight, and serves as ambassadors of the fair.

Come grab a bite and learn about the ins and outs of the fair, RSVP today! https://ow.ly/VQAf50SezX5

Date: Wednesday, July 24
Time: 11:30 - 12:30pm
Format: Hybrid
In Person- Room 2-207, Carlson School of Management

Please note:
Hybrid Format
No registration free
Lunch will be provided

We slayed the house down at the 2024 HR Tomorrow conference!! Thanks to all the 250+ attendees, hosted by our Center for Human Resources and Labor Studies. Human resources professionals from all industries explored where innovation meets inspiration and learned about practices focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, the impact of technology in HR, and health and wellness in the workplace.
Our heartfelt thanks to all featured speakers and panelists, but especially to Shamayne Braman and Margeaux King for opening and closing last week’s gathering.

LAST DAY TO REGISTER! https://carlsonschool.umn.edu/conferences/hr-tomorrow/registration

It's the Final Countdown 🎶Last week to register for HR TOMORROW. Curious to see how we'll spend our day? Check out our speakers and sessions below, you won't want to miss it! Registration closed: APRIL 12 Register here: https://carlsonschool.umn.edu/conferences/hr-tomorrow/registration

7:30: Check in and Breakfast opens
8:30: Welcome remarks by Dean Jamie Prenkert
Keynote Speaker: Shamayne Braman, Chief People Officer, Sonos, Inc.
9:45: Breakout Session 1
11:15: Breakout Session 2
12:15: Lunch by Chowgirls Catering
1:30: Evolution of HR in Pro Sports with the MN Timberwolves/Lynx, Twins and Vikings
2:50: Endnote Address - Margeaux King, VP & CHRO, The Toro Company
4:00: Reception

We are excited to learn from our speakers Elena Imaretska, Kalan Norris Ph.D. Miguel Rocha on creating inclusive environments in hybrid workplaces, understanding diversity management vs. inclusion, and building successful partnerships for talent hiring and retention. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable insights into implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion practices across industries. Register Today! https://lnkd.in/gfhgKCvi
Registration Closes: APRIL 12

Hear from and connect with HR leaders across industries during the 44th HR Tomorrow Conference on Friday, April 19.

Our Marquee Speakers will set the stage for a great day of learning and close us out with key industry insights, leadership stories, best practices and more! Register today: https://lnkd.in/gMHCHkGZ
Registration closes: April 12

Have you registered yet?! Save your seat today! https://carlsonschool.umn.edu/conferences/hr-tomorrow

HR Tomorrow is coming up folks!! Register now with the link in our bio! You’ll get to learn about AI, sports, rest, DEI, and more!

Let’s talk about topic 7 with Ryan Melkes! Register for HR Tomorrow and dive into the latest tools and technologies that are revolutionizing HR!

HR Tomorrow is coming up folks!! Register now with the link in our bio! You’ll get to learn about AI, sports, rest, DEI, and more!

Heyyooo HR Tomorrow is here!! Register now with the link in our bio!!

🏀 ⚾ 🏈 The world of HR and professional sports is rapidly changing. We are looking forward to diving into how HR professionals are navigating the nuances of the workplace with Sianneh Mulbah,MBA from Minnesota Timberwolves, Anne Doepner and Imani McCormick from the Minnesota Vikings and Cecilia Lettner, MA-HRM from the Minnesota Twins moderated by Chris Dardis, President, Interim Solutions for Versique Search & Consulting.

Join the conversation today! https://carlsonschool.umn.edu/conferences/hr-tomorrow/registration

🖥 Professor Avner Ben-Ner has entered the chat 🖥 With the rise of Generative AI, automation, robots, additive manufacturing, and other technologies, workers' tasks are rapidly changing in many occupations and at all levels of the organization.

As new tasks emerge, some tasks disappear, new skills are needed, and some old skills are outdated. As a result, compensation, incentives, supervision, and decision-making are also changing.

In this session, you'll dive into the most significant technological changes that are unfolding and likely to strengthen overtime and their implication on employees and organizations.

To register and learn more about our speakers and sessions, please visit here: https://carlsonschool.umn.edu/conferences/hr-tomorrow/speakers

Could we be near the beginning of an organized labor rebound? In the Twin Cities, we have seen recent labor activism from groups in health care, public works, and education. Professor John Budd was interviewed by KSTP to discuss these current labor trends and how they compare to the past. You can watch his interview or read about it in the link.

Labor disputes gain visibility across Twin Cities metro There’s been a surge in labor activism in the metro, with union members at odds with their employers. From education to health care and public works, the lack of agreement has led to protests, pickets and demonstrations.

📣 We are thrilled to introduce Elena Imaretska, HR Director of DEI Commercial Business for Ecolab as our next speaker for the 2024 HR Tomorrow Conference at the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 📣

Elena Imaretska works in the intersection of inclusion and innovation, where the full spectrum of human differences brings richness of insights and opportunities for growth. At Ecolab, Elena partners closely with business leaders to bring the company’s purpose and values to life.

Prior to Ecolab, Elena’s experience spans from embedding an inclusive mindset in financial services during her time at Securian Financial to building experiential learning for Fortune 500 companies as the Chief Innovation Officer for the The Brave New Workshop, an art-based, behavior activation firm. Elena co-authored the book The Innovative Mindset: Five Behaviors for Accelerating Breakthroughs and is a firm believer in the innovation capacity of every human being on the planet.

Fun fact, Elena grew up in Bulgaria, studied in Germany and worked in Japan, prior to setting roots in the US. Because of this, Elena Imaretska recognizes the immense value of enthusiastic curiosity, empathy and bridging of diverse perspectives to build a prosperous future. Elena earned her MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management in Phoenix Arizona.

Join Elena Imaretska for a session that will dive into examples of understanding the needs of all your employees (especially those working remotely in customer-facing environments and production roles), empowering associates to actively tailor programming to their environments, and continuously learning and iterating to maximize the impact of your programs.

Register today! https://lnkd.in/gsXpb4AB

Topic four couldn't have come at a better time! Learn how as an employer you can invest in rest for your employees! Don't forget to register for HR Tomorrow AND get some rest over spring break! (Link in bio to register!)

Congrats to our all-star team for winning the case competition at Ohio Sate University and representing UMN! Congrats to Annelies for getting the Best Presenter Award as well!

Meet Miguel at HR Tomorrow, who will discuss how to cultivate and improve external collaborations for underrepresented talent! Register now with the link in our bio!
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Meet Molly Weiss! Our first featured speaker for the 2024 HR Tomorrow Conference! Molly will share the challenges employers face when dealing with employees mental health challenges and how to help employees BEFORE they get to a crisis point! Register with the link in bio! ——- 〽️

Hey hey hey!!! The 44th Annual HR Tomorrow Conference is happening now!! Join us for cross-industry collaboration & conversation. Save the date for April 19th (Psssttt lunch will be provided 😉) register now with our link in bio!