Managing The Employee Life Cycle: Practical HR Insights

Description

Join us for an engaging and informative panel discussion designed to help business leaders, managers, and HR professionals strengthen their workplace practices.

Topics Covered:

• Hiring Basics: Job Interviews, Making an Offer & Reference Checks
• Dealing with Difficult Situations: Disciplinary Actions & Separation of Employment
• The Importance of Succession Planning
• Harassment and Non-Discrimination
• HR Record-Keeping: Best practices and compliance tips
• Tracking Time Off: Paid Leave, Vacation, and Sick Time

Panel Presenters:

👤 Melissa Lutz – Associate HR Director, POST Consumer Brands 

• Melissa Lutz is the Associate Director of Human Resources at Post Consumer Brands in Northfield, where she leads talent development, workforce planning, and leadership initiatives for one of the area’s largest employers. Passionate about building strong leaders and thriving workplaces, she brings over 20 years of HR experience to her role. An active community leader, Melissa serves on the boards of both the Cannon Wells Lake Association and the Rice County Area United Way, where she helps drive initiatives that strengthen local communities.

👤 Jeffrey Mutz – Director of Human Resources/Education, Northfield Hospital & Clinics

• Solutions oriented leader with comprehensive experience in the direction and development of all HR related disciplines including talent acquisition, organizational development, benefits/compensation administration, change management, employee/labor relations, policy/program development, DEI and performance management aligning HR programs with organization initiatives. 
   

👤 Eric Carter – Territory Sales Manager, IComp Payroll & HR

• Eric Carter is the Territory Sales Manager at iComp Payroll & HR, where he helps Minnesota businesses simplify payroll and HR with personal, local service. Prior to software sales, Eric worked in recruiting for 5 years in banking, IT, government contracts, and healthcare. Since joining iComp in 2024, he has focused on building strong client relationships and delivering solutions that go beyond standard software. Eric and the iComp team bring more than 24 years of proven experience to Minnesota businesses. By automating payroll and HR processes, they reduce complexity, improve compliance, and create real efficiency in the workplace, giving business owners the freedom to focus on growth. Eric is also a part of the coaching staff for the Northfield football team. He is also very active in the Northfield Chamber and local BNI group.