Karen Michael
PLC
VA, USCultivating safe, civil, and legally compliant workplaces through keynotes and dynamic training.
Karen Michael is a seasoned speaker and trainer with decades of experience engaging audiences across diverse industries. From Fortune 500 companies in construction and banking to nonprofits, associations, and government agencies, she has a proven track record of captivating audiences.
She's more than just an employment attorney; I'm an architect of successful, civil, and legally compliant workplaces. For over 20 years, Karen has leveraged her unique experience to help organizations unlock the true potential of their teams. Her legal expertise as a seasoned employment attorney allows her to navigate the intricacies of workplace compliance with confidence, ensuring that your organization remains on the right side of the law.
Before her speaking career, Karen leveraged her legal expertise, which she honed at McGuire Woods after graduating with honors from the University of Richmond School of Law. Her first tenure as First Vice President of HR at a top 5 US bank has given Karen a deep understanding of how talent impacts business success, providing her with a unique perspective that bridges the gap between legalities and human resource management. This experience provided her with invaluable insights into the strategic role of human talent in business operations.
Karen also brings a wealth of educational experience to the table, having served as a faculty member at prestigious institutions like the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University and presented at colleges and universities across the US.
Karen Michael is a seasoned speaker and trainer with decades of experience engaging audiences across diverse industries. From Fortune 500 companies in construction and banking to nonprofits, associations, and government agencies, she has a proven track record of captivating audiences.
She's more than just an employment attorney; I'm an architect of successful, civil, and legally compliant workplaces. For over 20 years, Karen has leveraged her unique experience to help organizations unlock the true potential of their teams. Her legal expertise as a seasoned employment attorney allows her to navigate the intricacies of workplace compliance with confidence, ensuring that your organization remains on the right side of the law.
Before her speaking career, Karen leveraged her legal expertise, which she honed at McGuire Woods after graduating with honors from the University of Richmond School of Law. Her first tenure as First Vice President of HR at a top 5 US bank has given Karen a deep understanding of how talent impacts business success, providing her with a unique perspective that bridges the gap between legalities and human resource management. This experience provided her with invaluable insights into the strategic role of human talent in business operations.
Karen also brings a wealth of educational experience to the table, having served as a faculty member at prestigious institutions like the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University and presented at colleges and universities across the US.
Empowering Managers to Create Safe, Civil and Legally Compliant Workplaces
Format: Workshop
This program is perfect for:
- Managers, leadership, HR, C-Suite
The audience will leave with:
- Understanding the Manager’s Obligations as an Employee
- Understanding the Manager’s Legal Duties to Prevent & Report Harassment
- Providing Clarity to Misconceptions About Workplace Misconduct and...
Managing Performance: From the Rockstar to the "Oh, Boy...." Performer.
Format: 60-120 minute Keynote, workshop or breakout
This program is perfect for:
- Managers, Leadership, HR, C-Suite
The audience will leave with:
- Set clear expectations for success - be the intentional manager
- Deliver timely and effective feedback and create legally compliant documentation
- Navigate your organization's performance management...
Workplace Civility in an Uncivil World
Format: Keynote
This program is perfect for:
- All audiences
The audience will leave with:
Attendees will be empowered and motivated to create a respectful, inclusive, safe, and legally compliant workplace for everyone and be allies without fear of retaliation.
KEY TOPICS INCLUDE:
Obligations as an...
