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SUMMARY:ISO 9001:2026 Is Coming\, Are You Ready?
DESCRIPTION:ISO 9001:2026 Is Coming\, Are You Ready?\n(1-Hr\, virtual)\nThis program starts in: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nISO 9001:2026 Is Coming! Join IMC for this complimentary webinar where we will review the anticipated revisions for ISO 9001:2026 and discuss what they could mean for YOUR organization. \nRegister now for our no-cost webinar!\nRegister \nWebinar login will be provided approximately one week prior to the session.\nWhy Attend?\nThe upcoming revision of ISO 9001 is expected to be the most significant update since the 2015 version. Based on the current published draft\, manufacturers could see expanded expectations related to: \n\nStronger leadership involvement and accountability\nOrganizational culture and ethics\nRisk and opportunity management\nClimate and external business factors\nDigital work environments\nSupply chain communication and behavior\n\nIf your organization is currently certified to ISO 9001:2015\, NOW is the time to understand what could be changing and how those changes may impact YOUR quality management system. Content shared will be based on published draft revisions and industry direction. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis webinar is designed for: manufacturing executives\, plant managers\, operations leaders\, quality managers\, quality engineers\, ISO management representatives\, internal auditors\, continuous improvement professionals\, supply chain and procurement leaders \nWhether your organization is ISO 9001 certified today or considering certification in the future\, this webinar will provide valuable insight into the direction of the standard. \nKey Takeaways\nAttendees will leave with: \n\nA clear understanding of anticipated ISO 9001:2026 revisions\nInsight into how the changes may affect existing management systems\nPractical recommendations for early preparation\nAwareness of potential certification transition considerations\nOpportunity to get answers to questions from an ISO expert\n\nRegister now for our no-cost webinar!\nRegister \nWebinar login will be provided approximately one week prior to the session.\nMeet Your Presenter\n\nMartin Ziegler is a Partner of The Bonney Ziegler Group with over 30 years of experience in food safety\, quality\, management systems and process improvement practices. He is dedicated to his work and a natural at guiding\, training and engaging companies through the implementation process of quality and food safety management systems. Martin is passionate about achieving success for his client with a track record that gains him customer loyalty. He looks at each project as a customized solution to meet near-term needs while accommodating for longer-term process improvements and sustainability. \nMartin’s Certifications and Expertise: ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor\, SQF – Safe Quality Food\, FSSC/ISO 22000 Lead Auditor\, IFS – International Food Standard Lead Auditor\, BRC – British Retail Consortium Lead Auditor\, ISO 13485\, AS 9100 D Lead Auditor\, IATF 16949:2016 Lead Auditor\, IATF 16949:2016 AIAG certified 2nd party Auditor\, ISO 14001:2015 and ISO 14001:2026 Lead Auditor\, ISO 45001:2018 Lead Auditor\, FSPCA Preventive Controls for Human Food – PCQI – Lead Instructor\, FSPCA Foreign Supplier Verification Programs – FSVP – Lead Instructor\, FSPCA – Traceability Rule – Lead Instructor
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/iso90012026-overview/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:IMC Events,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Webinar Series: Using Artificial Intelligence to Support Human Resources
DESCRIPTION:Using Artificial Intelligence to Support Human Resources\nFour 90-minute Virtual Sessions\nThis program starts in: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nIn the rapidly evolving landscape of human resources\, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a transformative force. HR practitioners must be aware of how AI can enhance HR practices to stay competitive\, improve efficiency\, and create a more engaged and satisfied workforce. This 4-session program explores the significance of AI in HR. AI can increase efficiency and productivity of HR operations to improve candidate experience and provide data-driven insights into decision-making and personalize employee development. \nIn this engaging program\, we will: \n\nAnalyze job roles effectively using AI tools and explore how AI enhances recruitment processes\, improving communication and candidate experience in talent acquisition.\nIdentify best practices in onboarding and employee engagement\, utilizing AI technologies to automate processes and foster a more engaging workplace environment.\nExamine the role of AI in supporting employee relations and learning & development initiatives\, focusing on strategies to improve retention and training outcomes.\nAssess the importance of HR analytics and compliance\, exploring how AI can enhance data-driven decision-making and ensure adherence to regulatory standards within HR functions.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the top thought leaders in the field.\nJoin us for only $309 to unlock the power of AI in HR\nRegister \nWebinar login will be provided approximately one week prior to each session.\nSessions:\n\nSeptember 15\, 2026 – Using Artificial Intelligence to Support Job Descriptions\, Recruiting\, and Workforce Planning\nSeptember 22\, 2026 – Using Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Onboarding\, Engagement\, and Performance Management\nSeptember 29\, 2026 – AI-Driven Employee Relations\, Development\, and Retention: Building a Future-Ready Workforce\nOctober 6\, 2026 – AI-Powered Analytics\, Compliance\, and Employee Assistance: Driving Data-Driven Success\n\nProgram Outline – Using Artificial Intelligence to Support Human Resources \nWho should attend:\nBusiness owners and C-suite leaders\, HR professionals at all levels\, accounting or other office personnel who often serve as the HR lead\, managers and supervisors with hiring responsibilities\, and anyone who wants to learn more about navigating current workforce trends. \nIMC is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. Upon completion\, this program provides 6 PDCs – Course ID Activity 26-RCWQZ. \n \nPresenter:\nWilliam J. Rothwell\, PhD. is President of Rothwell & Associates\, Inc.\, Rothwell & Associates\, LLC\, and Rothwell & Associates Korea. He has worked full-time in human resources\, training\, and organizational development in both government and in a multinational company. He has been a consultant for over 50 multinational companies. He has served many manufacturing clients in both the U.S. and abroad. Some of his clients include Ford Motor Company\, General Motors\, Siemens\, Sony\, Phillips\, Erickson\, and HP. Dr. Rothwell is a prolific author and has published more than 130 books and authored numerous training packages\, guides\, technical reports\, and scholarly articles. He is a Distinguished Professor in the Workforce Education and Development program in the College of Education at The Pennsylvania State University. He holds top-level certifications and credentials with National SHRM and ATD. \nThis training qualifies for WEDnetPA funding for qualified participants. Not familiar with WEDnetPA funding\, Contact Us | info@imcpa.com | (570) 329-3200.
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/using-ai-in-hr/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:IMC Events,Webinars
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SUMMARY:CMMC Service Providers\, MSPS\, and Shared Responsibility: Where Contractors Get Burned
DESCRIPTION:Many CMMC challenges arise from misunderstandings around external service providers and shared responsibility. This session will clarify what contractors remain accountable for when using MSPs\, cloud providers\, and other third parties. Learn where gaps commonly occur and how to avoid assessment delays tied to external dependencies. \nRegister \nOn the registration page\, please add IMC where asked:  What MEP or Apex Accelerator are you associated with?
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/cmmc-service-providers-msps-and-shared-responsibility-where-contractors-get-burned/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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SUMMARY:After Certification: What Ongoing CMMC Compliance Really Looks Like
DESCRIPTION:Achieving certification is only the beginning. This webinar will explore what ongoing compliance means after a CMMC assessment\, including monitoring\, evidence maintenance\, change management\, and preparation for future reassessments. Attendees will learn why sustainability matters and how to avoid falling out of compliance over time. \nRegister \nOn the registration page\, please add IMC where asked:  What MEP or Apex Accelerator are you associated with?
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/after-certification-what-ongoing-cmmc-compliance-really-looks-like/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Strategic Succession Planning for Supervisors
DESCRIPTION:Strategic Succession Planning for Supervisors\n(3-hour\, in-person)\nThis program starts in: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEffective succession planning is crucial for sustaining leadership and ensuring organizational continuity. This three-hour workshop equips supervisors with the tools and insights needed to identify and develop their successors. Participants will address common psychological challenges\, explore strategies for evaluating potential candidates and create a strategic roadmap for succession. Join us to ensure a seamless transition and secure the future of your leadership role. \nRegister now for only $189 per person!\nRegister \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIdentify and overcome psychological barriers in succession planning.\nEvaluate internal and external candidates based on experience\, education and potential.\nDevelop a strategic succession plan with a clear timeline and actionable steps.\n\nCourse Outline:\n\nIntroduction\nPsychological Challenges in Succession Planning\n\nAddressing Fears\nFostering a Growth Mindset\nWorkplace History and Professional Objectivity\n\n\nEvaluating Potential Successors\n\nAnalyzing Experience and Education\nInternal vs External Candidates\nAssessing Potential\, Growth and Fit\n\n\nDeveloping a Strategic Succession Plan\n\nKey Components and Best Practices\nAssessing and Setting Timelines and Milestones\nEstablishing Feedback and Continued Development Pathways\n\n\nAdditional Resources and Next Steps\nClosing Comments and Q&A\n\nStrategic Succession Planning for Supervisors Outline \nWho Should Attend:\nThis program is ideal for individuals who play key roles in supervisory\, management and HR functions. Particularly\, Supervisors and Team Leaders\, Middle and Senior Managers\, HR Representatives\, Plant or Operations Managers and Continuous Improvement/Training Coordinators. \nIMC is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. Upon completion\, this program provides 6 PDCs – Course ID Activity 26-Y79YM. \n \nRegister now for only $189 per person!\nRegister \nMeet Your Presenter:\nDennis Gilbert is President of the IMC. His professional experience includes General Manager of a local manufacturing and retail operation\, Managing Director of Workforce Development & Continuing Education at Penn College\, and just prior to joining IMC in 2021\, President/Owner of Appreciative Strategies\, LLC. Dennis has extensive experience in manufacturing\, leadership\, non-profit management\, and developing strategic marketing initiatives using social media platforms. \nDennis obtained his master’s degree from Pennsylvania State University in Workforce Education & Development\, his bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania College of Technology in Technology Management and an Associate degree in Computer Science from Williamsport Area Community College. \nCheck out our blog! Do You Need Succession Planning and Management? | IMC \nThis program may be WEDnetPA eligible! \n 
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/ssp-wmspt/
LOCATION:IMC\, 1127 W. 4th St.\, Williamsport\, PA\, 17701\, United States
CATEGORIES:IMC Events,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T140000
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SUMMARY:Choosing the Right CMMC Strategy for Your Business Size\, Contracts\, and Risk Tolerance
DESCRIPTION:With multiple compliance paths available\, selecting the right CMMC strategy is a business decision as much as a technical one. This capstone session will help contractors evaluate different approaches based on company size\, contract requirements\, available resources\, and risk tolerance. Participants will leave better equipped to choose a compliance path that fits their organization long-term. \nRegister \nOn the registration page\, please add IMC where asked:  What MEP or Apex Accelerator are you associated with?
URL:https://imcpa.com/event/choosing-the-right-cmmc-strategy-for-your-business-size-contracts-and-risk-tolerance/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Partner Events,Webinars
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