Event Details

Please register and pay online by Thursday, May 21st by clicking the link:https://forms.office.com/r/ZcYGe09g0x and following the payment link (https://hanover-area-hr-association.square.site/product/onboarding-oncology-how-poor-onboarding-processes-undermine-culture-engagement-and-retention/11?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false).    

Your Registration is NOT CONFIRMED until you submit Payment.  

Certification: This program is pending approval for 1 SHRM PDC. The Hanover Area Human Resources Association is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.

• Registration begins at 11:00am
• Lunch starting at 11:15am
• Programming runs 12:00pm – 1:30pm (Time for Q&A at the end!)

*Please note that in order to keep our event registration fees down in a constantly rising economy, we observe a policy regarding last-minute cancellation of registrations. If you RSVP and are no longer able to attend, you will still be responsible for the registration fee if you do not notify HAHRA at hahramembership@gmail.com prior to the registration deadline above. We appreciate your understanding in this matter!* 

Program Overview:  

We all know what we have to do, but very few of us actually do what we have to do… This is certainly true for new employee onboarding. No matter the size, depth, reach, and resources of any size organization, we can’t seem to get it right. Once the cancer spreads, the treatment becomes more intense. Remission doesn’t equate to being cured, it’s always there and will always require our attention.

This presentation explores the critical elements of successful new employee onboarding, focusing on diagnosing common challenges and implementing evidence-based strategies to enhance retention, engagement, and performance. We will dissect the onboarding process into its key components— preboarding, orientation, training, and integration—examining how each stage impacts a new hire's experience. Using real-world examples and case studies, we’ll highlight effective practices and common pitfalls. Attendees will leave with actionable insights to design or improve their onboarding programs to drive organizational success.

Speaker Bio:  

Dan Foglia is the Founder and CEO of HolyCity HR, an HR consulting firm supporting organizations with people strategy, employee relations, leadership coaching, and organizational development. With over 15 years of experience across HR, compliance, people operations, and training & development, Dan is known for helping leaders build strong cultures and navigate change with clarity and accountability.

A former U.S. Army Sergeant, Dan brings a practical, servant-leadership approach to developing leaders and creating high-performing teams. He also serves as Vice President on the Board of Directors and an HR Consultant for Habitat for Humanity, and he is an adjunct instructor at Rutgers University.

Dan is an active member of the HR community and has been featured in a chapter spotlight highlighting his commitment to supporting nonprofits and veteran-owned businesses. He holds a BA in Justice Studies and Sociology (Montclair State University) and an MBA in Healthcare Administration (American Sentinel University), and he maintains professional credentials including SHRM-CP, Certified Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Specialist, and Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP).