Our employees are the backbone of Durham College, and we are committed to supporting you and providing meaningful opportunities for you to engage in your work and with your colleagues. On March 1, join us for day of events in recognition of Employee Appreciation Day. Dr. Elaine Popp will kick off the day’s events on her first day in her role as DC’s new President. Then, attend our keynote address on growth from Ron Tite, an award-winning advertising writer and creative director. Finally, wrap up the day with a professional development session and a mindfulness session. Friday, March 1 Rotary Global Classroom 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Learn more about the day, register for morning session and explore the professional development offerings below. Morning Session (please register) 9:15 a.m. – Welcome and breakfast 9:45 a.m. – Event opens, Remarks from President Dr. Elaine Popp 10 a.m. – Keynote session with Ron Tite: NOW WHAT? Prioritizing Personal and Organizational Growth to Go From Recovery to Reinvention 11:30 a.m. – morning session ends Afternoon Session (no registration required) 1 - 2 p.m. – Social Media at DC and Navigating Employee Intranet (for everyone, virtual) 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. – Supporting Employees at Work: Medical Leaves, Accommodations and Attendance Management (for managers, in person) 3 - 4 p.m. – Mindfulness Session Keynote – Ron Tite, Purpose-Driven Leadership and Marketing Expert 10 – 11:30 a.m. Named one of the “Top 10 Creative Canadians” by Marketing Magazine, Ron Tite is an award-winning advertising writer and creative director who has worked with some of the world’s most respected brands, including Air France, Evian, Hershey, Kraft, Intel, Microsoft, and Volvo. Addressing a variety of topics surrounding leadership, corporate strategy, and creativity, Tite’s presentations are not only information-packed but also infused with his unique humour. Tite is the founder of Church+State, a content marketing agency based in Toronto. His work has been recognized by The London International Advertising Awards, The New York Festivals of Advertising, The Crystals, The Extras, The Canadian Marketing Association, and The Marketing Awards, to name just a few. He also hosts Church+State’s Canadian Podcast Award-winning series, “The Coup.” In addition, Tite is the executive producer and host of the Canadian Comedy Award-winning show Monkey Toast, and, in partnership with CBC Radio’s hit show This is That, the publisher of the award-winning and bestselling humour book, This is That Travel Guide to Canada. Social Media at DC and Navigating Employee Intranet (ICE) 1 - 2 p.m. Click here to join the meeting Meeting ID: 267 549 516 883 Passcode: xvsnWj Download Teams | Join on the web Learn More | Help | Meeting options No registration required All employees are welcome at this session which will address the process and function of social media at DC which includes crisis management and responding to online comments overview of ICE tips and tricks on keeping content up-to-date. Supporting Employees at Work: Medical Leaves, Accommodations and Attendance Management 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. In person, Room A144 No registration required Designed for managers, this session will focus on how to support employees when: They are off work due to illness and/or injury They are requesting either medical, family status or religious workplace accommodations There are attendance concerns Employee Mindfulness Session 3 - 4 p.m. In person, Global Classroom No registration required All employees are invited to join as we round off the day with a mindfulness session facilitated by one of our expert wellness coaches. Registration form Registration is now closed.
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