Company events should be fun, but they can sometimes lead to unexpected employee relations issues. Ahead of the festive season, this webinar offers guidance on holiday parties and general team events that encourage celebration without crossing boundaries. From setting clear expectations to fostering inclusivity, learn practical tips for creating safe and enjoyable gatherings that minimise risk and maximise team morale.
If you missed our FREE Webinar ‘How to Navigate the Office Party – What You Need to Know as an Employer’ from Wednesday 13 November, featuring a discussion with Voltedge Management HR Consultants Laura Banfield and Shane Prendergast, where we explored best practices for managing company events such as the Christmas party, with a focus on dignity at work you can watch the webinar recording here.
Here’s what some of the participants had to say about the webinar:
“Very practical advice – it’s given me huge clarity on what we can do.”
“What I liked most about this webinar was learning from examples of previous issues, getting clarity on what’s okay and not okay.”
Special Offer: Make sure you avail of our 20% discount on our next Dignity at Work Training Course!
Our Dignity at Work Training Course has been created to be relevant to any sector and working environment equipping you with practical skills that can be applied immediately. Contact us on 01 525 2914 or info@voltedge.ie for further details.
About the Speakers
An experienced senior HR professional, Laura Banfield’s foremost experience has been in small to medium sized companies with a global footprint. During this time she has gained a broad spectrum of HR experience both as in-house HR and as an HR consultant.
The organisations she has worked with have been fast paced and dynamic with constantly changing priorities. She is self-motivated, dedicated and a thorough HR professional. Laura is a personable and strong communicator with proven project management, relationship building and client management skills.
Laura takes a sensitive and common sense approach to managing HR /ER challenges, whilst demonstrating creativity and commercial awareness. She also has a keen ability to think strategically and to support key business outcomes through people.
Shane Prendergast joined Voltedge Management in early 2024 as a Senior HR Consultant & Client Services Programme Manager. With over 15 years of experience in senior human resources and sales operations positions at a global level, Shane brings a wealth of expertise to the team. His career has seen him overseeing and managing global HR teams, operations, projects, programs, and strategies for leading technology companies.
Shane’s unique blend of HR practitioner experience and a strong background in the commercial side of business through his sales operations roles positions him perfectly to drive our Client Services. His comprehensive understanding of both HR and business dynamics enables him to deliver solutions that align with our clients’ strategic goals and operational needs.
Shane is committed to leveraging his extensive experience to support Voltedge Management clients in achieving their HR and business objectives. His passion for people and culture, coupled with his strategic mindset, ensures that he delivers impactful and sustainable solutions that contribute to the overall success of our clients. Highlighted Experience: Project Management, Employee Engagement, HR Operations, Organizational Culture, Change Management.
