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SUMMARY:Launch Loudoun Lunch and Learn: Building Your Team from a Strong (Legal) Foundation with Matt Neiman
DESCRIPTION:In this Lunch and Learn\, we’ll explore Hiring Fundamentals: Building Your Team from a Strong (Legal) Foundation with Matt Neiman. \nPlease join us for a lively discussion as Employment Lawyer Matt Nieman of Jackson Lewis PC walks us through critical pieces of the recruiting\, hiring\, and onboarding process.  Learn how these first steps can serve as either the strong foundation for your business’s growth or a built-in “time bomb” down the line.  Discover what you don’t know and leave with a game plan in mind for strengthening your employment practices and your organization overall. \nAttendance is free and lunch will be provided. \nRegister here \n \nMatthew F. Nieman is a principal in the Washington\, D.C. Region office of Jackson Lewis P.C. \nMatthew represents employers in a broad spectrum of labor and employment law matters\, including discrimination\, retaliation\, wage and hour\, whistleblower claims (including Dodd-Frank\, the False Claims Act\, and Sarbanes-Oxley)\, questions related to the Uniformed Services Employment and Re-employment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA)\, and workplace drug-testing issues. He is actively involved in all phases of the litigation process on the full range of employment discrimination and employment-related tort and contract claims\, including the representation of employers in actions before the Department of Labor\, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission\, the National Labor Relations Board\, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration\, the Mine Safety and Health Administration\, and various state and local agencies. \nAs part of his litigation practice\, he has concluded many employment-related adversarial proceedings\, including solo trials and multiple jury trial defense-verdicts. He has additionally drafted numerous successful dispositive and summary judgment motions in state and federal courts throughout the Mid-Atlantic region\, including a summary judgment victory in the United States District for Maryland on a Sarbanes-Oxley claim. \nMatthew is a frequent writer on substance-abuse-prevention topics. He also speaks to and provides training to employer groups on various workplace-related topics\, including sexual harassment\, discrimination\, substance-abuse prevention\, and litigation avoidance. \nPrior to entering private practice\, Matthew was in public service as an active-duty U.S. Army Judge Advocate (JAG) at Fort Benning\, Georgia and at Camp Liberty\, Baghdad\, Iraq. During his service as an Army JAG\, Matthew enjoyed unique opportunities to interact with state and local governments in both the criminal and civil arenas as well as to develop trial experience. These opportunities include two years as a prosecutor in both military and federal courts (concluding over 40 separate trials) and over a year of responsibility for handling all tort claims filed against Fort Benning\, its hospital\, and other Department of the Army personnel in a region covering large portions of Alabama\, Georgia\, and Florida. Tort claim issues covered include general negligence\, medical malpractice\, and the subrogation and collection of TRICARE expenses incurred by service members\, retirees and their dependents in otherwise unrelated tort actions. \nMatthew received a commission as a Distinguished Military Graduate of the U.S. Army Reserve Officers’ Training Corps. He clerked for the Williamsburg/James City County\, Virginia Commonwealth Attorney’s Office throughout law school. \nHonors and Recognitions\n\nThe Best Lawyers in America©\, “Employment Law – Management” and “Litigation – Labor and Employment” (2021-present)\nSuper Lawyers®\, “Rising Stars” (2010-2016)\nWashington Post Magazine\, “Washington D.C. Metro Area Outstanding Young Lawyer\,” (2013-present)\nThomson Reuters\, “Stand-Out Lawyer” (2024)\n\nPro Bono and Community Involvement\n\nCornell Club of Washington\, Board Member\nLoudoun Literacy Council\, Board Member\nWounded Warrior Project\, Volunteer Attorney\n\nPublished Works\n\n“Virginia’s 2020 Whistleblower Law: Major Ramifications for Employers\,” Virginia Lawyer\, Volume 72 (February 2024) [Co-Author]\n“Is Virginia the New California? Maybe…“ National Capital Region Chapter of ACC (April 2020) [Co-Author]\nGuide to State and Federal Drug-Testing Laws. 16th ed. VA: Institute for a Drug Free Workplace\, 2013. [Co-Author]\nGuide to State and Federal Drug-Testing Laws. 15th ed. VA: Institute for a Drug Free Workplace\, 2008. [Co-Author]\nGuide to State and Federal Drug-Testing Laws. 14th ed. VA: Institute for a Drug Free Workplace\, 2006. [Co-Author]\n\n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-lunch-and-learn-hr-law-with-matt-neiman/
LOCATION:Hillsboro Old Stone School\, 37098 Charles Town Pike\, Hillsboro\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T160000
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SUMMARY:LAUNCH LOUDOUN OFFICE HOURS
DESCRIPTION:Launch Loudoun office hour reservations can be made using this link.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/launch-loudoun-office-hours-21-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Purcellville Public Library\, 220 East Main Street\, Purcellville\, VA\, 20132
CATEGORIES:Small Biz
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T012130
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SUMMARY:The Evolving Role of Spanish in the US and Why Language Training is the Key to Success (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive webinar will provide easy-to-understand insights on:\n• The economic and industry impact of Spanish on the American workforce\n• The challenges and opportunities both native Spanish and English speakers face in a bilingual workforce.\n• Actionable takeaways to set your business and your employees up for success.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/the-evolving-role-of-spanish-in-the-us-and-why-language-training-is-the-key-to-success-webinar/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240522T150000
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SUMMARY:Company Registration Open for 2024 Spring Into Work Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Company registration is open for Spring into Work International Talent Hiring Event \nInvited candidate pool includes:\n• Work authorized (never sponsorship) – Permanent residents\, 2-3 year renewable work visas\, green cards\, some US citizens.\n• Skilled\, Bachelors-and-above educated professionals with 2 -15 years of experience in:\no Human Resources\no Finance/Accounting\no IT (software quality assurance\, IT technicians\, IT managers\, database development\, SQL)\no Clinical Medicine\no Compliance and Evaluation\no Trades\no Security\no Law\no Civil Engineering\no Program Administration\n• In addition\, entry-level individuals and career changers are welcome\nEvent is virtual\, but in-person interview days can be coordinated for candidates you select as a follow-up to the event.\nJoin us to meet talent new to the area. Register your company.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/company-registration-open-for-2024-spring-into-work-job-fair/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T110000
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SUMMARY:How to Plan IT Strategy Execution for Maximum Impact
DESCRIPTION:Join this complimentary Gartner IT strategy webinar\, the second of a two-part series\, as Gartner experts provide CIOs with a step-by-step guide and the tools needed to create an IT strategic plan that maximizes the chances of successful strategy execution. You will walk away from this session with answers to your vital questions\, a copy of the research slides\, and recommended actions to help you achieve your goals.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/how-to-plan-it-strategy-execution-for-maximum-impact/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T160000
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SUMMARY:Accelerate(her) presents:  How to Incorporate DEIA into Technology (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Join a discussion on diversity and inclusion to explore the advantages of a diverse workforce\, strategies to foster greater inclusivity in the workplace\, and the leadership’s pivotal role in championing diversity and inclusion.
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/accelerateher-presents-how-to-incorporate-deia-into-technology-virtual/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Workforce Development,Webinars,For Businesses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240524T103000
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SUMMARY:Coffee with Virginia Venture Partners (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:During the last Coffee with Virginia Venture Partner’s investor panel\, 1863 Ventures’s Ade Omitowoju spoke about finding your North Star Metric. Join us on May 24th for breakout working groups on identifying and achieving your North Star Metric. \n 
URL:https://biz.loudoun.gov/event/coffee-with-virginia-venture-partners-webinar/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Small Biz,Webinars
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