HR Roundtable: Beyond Compliance:
Ten Critical Touchpoints for Parental Leave (& Return!) Success
January 16 | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Zoom
Discover the ten critical touchpoints across the 3 Phases of Parental Leave—preparing, during, and returning—that ensure a positive employee experience for all stakeholders. Using the Center for Parental Leave Leadership’s (CPLL) evidence-based methods, education, and best practices, this session offers a transformative perspective on parental leave and return. Gain insights on navigating this pivotal timeframe effectively, and explore actionable strategies that go beyond policy and paperwork to drive employee development.
This roundtable presentation includes an introduction to CPLL, key considerations for HR professionals, areas where growth opportunities exist, and essential tools and resources to implement immediately. There will be time for Q&A at the end.
Questions? Contact the Center for Healthy Nonprofits at center@cfsaz.org or 520-770-0800.
About the Presenters
Dr. Amy Beacom is a future-of-work visionary and entrepreneur, credited with founding the field of parental leave coaching and consulting in 2006, including starting the Center for Parental Leave Leadership in 2014 and the RETAIN Coaching Institute in 2022. Drawing on over 25 years in executive leadership
development and coaching, Amy works with Fortune 100 companies, international organizations, working parents, and more to transform the way our companies and our country engage with the parental leave transition – from policy to practice. Amy is a sought after expert and speaker who created the first evidence-based parental leave coaching model–RETAIN™; Parental Leave Transition Assessment™ tool & report; coaching and training Hub for managers and parent; parental leave coach certification program; and book to outline practical insights, resources, and steps for this stage of work and life: The Parental Leave Playbook (published by Wiley, 2021).
Jen Kinser-Traut, PhD, brings a wealth of experience in education and family support. With a decade-long tenure as a dedicated high school math educator, Jen earned a PhD in Mathematics Education, advancing to roles such as Visiting Assistant Professor at NYU and Founding Director of Tucson Regional Educational Collaborative. Recognizing the fleeting nature of family time when her son was 9, Jen made a heartfelt decision to shift focus, prioritizing her role at home. This led to a fulfilling transition into supporting families as a Dona Certified Postpartum Doula and RETAIN Parental Leave Coach, where Jen combines her academic expertise with a compassionate commitment to nurturing family dynamics during pivotal life transitions.