Ever wished you could attend a conference specifically designed for you? Obtain real world examples of ways to excel in your role? Look no further than the INTERACT Conference. With content specifically created for the rural electric co-op human resources spectrum, attendees have the ability to choose from a variety of educational opportunities that best suit your educational needs through a range of breakout sessions. Take advantage of networking opportunities with co-op peers, industry professionals and NRECA staff. Attend engaging general sessions with topics that range from legislative and benefit program updates to inspiring talks on workplace diversity, human behavior and more.
Selected topics to be presented
(subject to change)
Group Benefit Changes for 2019 and Beyond
When and How to Use Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation Plans
Understanding Co-op Choices and Options in the RS Plan
Attracting and Retaining Talent Using Competencies
Building and Managing High-Performing Employees
Maximizing Your Ability to Negotiate
And many more!
Why Attend?
Increase your network! 88% of participants made two or more connections at INTERACT.
Continue your professional development. 90% of participants indicated they would probably or definitely attend the 2018 INTERACT. Engage with others within the co-op family. 99% of participants would recommend INTERACT to their peers.
"Great conference! I am looking forward to next year's conference. Great job!"
"This was an amazing conference to me. All the questions I had got answered in the classes I went to…"
- 2017 Evaluation Results
Who Should Attend?
The INTERACT Conference is specifically designed for:
- Vice Presidents, Human Resources
- Directors, Human Resources
- Chief Human Resources Officers
- Benefits Administrators
- Benefits Specialists
- Human Resources Managers
- Personnel Directors
- Employment Relations Managers
- Personnel & Insurance Managers
- Compensation & Benefits Specialists
- Pension & Insurance Coordinators
- Wellness Coordinators
- Human Resources Specialists
- Human Resources Representatives
- Recruiters
FEES
2018 INTERACT Conference
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Community Service Project (space is limited, registration required)
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This event is free for NRECA members. Registration includes access to all conference materials, general sessions, breakouts, meal functions, community service project (space limited, registration required), networking activities, and exhibitor showcase.
Online Registration
To register for this event, select the Register button at the top of the page, login with your cooperative.com account, and complete the registration. You can also manage your registration (adding, modifying and cancelling registrations), among other benefits.
Networking Opportunities
Community Service Project: Feed My Starving Children
Monday, July 9
Breakfast at the hotel at 7-8 a.m.
Bus departs the hotel at 8:30 a.m.
Volunteer 9 a.m.-12 p.m., followed by lunch
Return to hotel by 2:30 p.m.
Join your co-op peers for a day of activity benefitting “
Feed My Starving Children,” a non-profit organization providing nutritionally complete meals for children around the world. Volunteers will hand pack “MannaPackTM” meals that will be shipped to in-country food partners. These meals are provided to schools, orphanages and clinics in order to reverse and prevent undernutrition.
A light breakfast along with t-shirts for volunteers will be provided at the hotel prior to departing for the day. Transportation to and from the event (along with a boxed lunch) are provided for community service volunteers.
Wellness Walks
Tuesday, July 10, and Wednesday, July 11
6:00-6:30 a.m.
Start your day off right! Join us and your peers for a morning walk around the city. The wellness walk is led by NRECA’s POWER Wellness team.
Gather in the front lobby of the hotel between 5:45 – 6:00 am. Refreshments, fruit, energy bars and wellness t-shirts will be available prior to and following the 30 minute wellness walk.
INTERACT Welcome Reception
Tuesday, July 10
5:30-7:00 p.m.
Connect with old friends and meet new ones at the 2018 INTERACT Conference Welcome Reception. Enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres, cold drinks, good conversation, and laughter as you unwind, catch up with colleagues, and visit our partner showcase!
