HR Academy
Date and Time
Tuesday Jun 30, 2026
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
June 30, 2026
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Cartersville-Bartow Chamber
122 West Main Street
Cartersville, Georgia 30120
Fees/Admission
Members: $129 - Receive the Early Bird Rate of $99 if you register by Friday, June 19th!
Non-Members: $179
HR Academy
Description

Join us as we help you better understand today's top HR topics and concerns in the workforce!
All participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the course.
Light breakfast is included. Registration is required.
All participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the course.
Light breakfast is included. Registration is required.
AI and Employment Decisions, Presented by Andrew Kim, Attorney at Law, Freeman Mathis & Gary
This presentation will explore the latest developments on cases involving the use of AI to make employment related decisions. It will cover lawsuits brought against employers and/or AI software companies who use AI as part of their application/employment decision process. It will also cover some potential pitfalls of using AI for employment related decisions as well as provide some guidance on AI use.
Handbook & Policy Pitfalls, Presented by Elizabeth Pace, Attorney at Law, Freeman Mathis & Gary
This session highlights common pitfalls in developing and administering employee handbooks, with a focus on reducing legal risk while maintaining practical, effective policies employers can rely on in day-to-day operations. Attendees will gain insight into compliance challenges and actionable strategies to strengthen policies on discipline, leave, remote work, employee complaints, social media, and arbitration agreements, helping build a strong foundation for HR professionals to carry out their work with confidence.
Keys to Documenting Employee Performance & Conduct Issues, Presented by Kelli Taylor, Attorney at Law, Freeman Mathis & Gary
This presentation will explain how effective documentation supports sound employee management decisions and helps reduce legal risk. It will cover how to document performance and conduct issues appropriately, including performance reviews, improvement plans, complaint investigations, and termination records. It will also touch on confidentiality concerns and defamation risks that employers should keep in mind when creating and maintaining documentation.


