TAC's Risk Management Pool Regional Workshops are scheduled around the state and are designed to be a small, intense and topic driven. These one-day sessions will cover the latest in risk control, human resources, and law enforcement.
Who Should Attend?
Elected and appointed officials, decision-makers for the Pool, human resource directors and managers, workers' compensation managers, and department managers or supervisors.
Registration Fees
The workshops are provided free to county officials and staff.
Date |
Location |
August 1 |
Uvalde County Fairplex - Dry Frio Room
215 Veterans Ln.
Uvalde, TX 78801 |
August 1 |
Potter County Sheriff's Office - Training Room
13103 NE 29th Ave.
Amarillo, TX 79111 |
August 3 |
Tom Green County Library
33 W. Beauregard Ave.
San Angelo, TX 76903 |
August 3 |
Lubbock County Sheriff's Office - Training Room
712 Broadway St.
Lubbock, TX 79401 |
August 8 |
Weatherford College - Wise County Lecture Hall
5180 U.S. 380
Bridgeport, TX 76426 |
August 10 |
Cain Center - Multi-Purpose Room
915 S. Palestine St.
Athens, TX 75751 |
August 10 |
Annex #2
222 E. College
Stephenville, TX 76401 |
August 15 |
The Officers Club at the Airport
333 Bachelor Dr.
Victoria, TX 77904 |
August 17 |
Waller County Sheriff's Office - Training Room
100 Sheriff R. Glenn Smith Dr.
Hempstead, TX 77445 |
8-8:30 a.m. |
Breakfast (provided) |
8:30-8:45 a.m. |
Welcome |
8:45-9:45 a.m. |
Workers' Compensation What Ifs: What Would Your County Do?
Speakers: Ms. Stacy Corluccio, Claims Manager
Ms. Helana Barmore, Casualty Claims Supervisor
This session will allow participants to sharpen their workers' compensation claims knowledge with a hands-on workshop where attendees and presenter will work on claims scenarios and appropriate resolutions.
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9:45-10 a.m. |
Break |
10-10:50 a.m. |
And Now You Know the Rest of the (Claim) Story
Speakers: Mr. Isaac Garcia, Senior Risk Control Consultant
Mr. Joe Szewczyk, Risk Control Consultant
Mr. Larry Boccaccio, Risk Control Consultant
Ms. Stacy Corluccio, Claims Manager
Ms. Helana Barmore, Casualty Claims Supervisor
Claims can tell a big story, but sometimes we don’t delve deep enough into the details of a claim. When we only scratch the surface of a claim, our solution will also only scratch the surface of the problem. In this session, we will discuss common root causes of different types of claims and solutions that go deeper than one incident.
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10:50-11 a.m. |
Break |
11-11:50 a.m. |
Business Email Compromise: Staying Ahead of the Threat with Effective Prevention and Response
Speakers: Mr. Brandon Armstrong, Cyber Security Consultant
Mr. Robert Ruiz, RMS Associate Executive Director
Ms. Andrea Beard, Legal Liability Claims Supervisor
In this presentation, you will learn about the growing threat of Business Email Compromise (BEC) and how it can impact your work. We will cover the definition of BEC and various tactics that cybercriminals use to target businesses through email. We will also discuss the importance of effective prevention strategies, such as strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and regular security training for employees. Additionally, we will outline response measures that employees can take if they suspect that they have fallen victim to a BEC attack, including reporting the incident to their IT department and law enforcement. By the end of this presentation, you will have a better understanding of how to protect yourself and your county from BEC attacks.
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Noon-12:30 p.m. |
Lunch (provided) |
12:30-1:20 p.m. |
Let's Play…Outsmart an HR Consultant
Speakers: Ms. Lorie Floyd, Senior Human Resources Consultant
Ms. Cheraun Blankenship, Human Resources Consultant
Ms. Rita Fyffe, Human Resources Consultant
Ms. Halie Bever, Human Resources Consultant
Employment law, especially Family Medical Leave Act, can be complicated and overwhelming. During this session, we will provide an overview of necessary employment laws applicable to county government. Attendees will have a better understanding of employment laws and learn how to identify protections in a fun, interactive way.
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1:20-1:30 p.m. |
Break |
1:30-3 p.m. |
Creative Options for Recruitment and Retention of Law Enforcement Personnel
Speakers: Mr. Darren Jackson, Senior Law Enforcement Consultant
Mr. David Whitis, Law Enforcement Consultant
Mr. Kenny Lemons, Law Enforcement Consultant
Ms. Carmen Napp, Law Enforcement Consultant
Regardless of size, county law enforcement agencies are struggling to attract and retain quality employees. Shortages of peace officers and jailers are taking a toll; not only does staffing shortages decrease the ability to serve the public and increase liability concerns, fatigue, frustration and burnout of existing employees exacerbate the problem. This session will encourage participants to discuss the problem and provide solutions that have worked in other counties.
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3-3:30 p.m. |
General/Legislative Update, Questions & Conclusion |
*Agenda is subject to change.
These one-day meetings are scheduled at locations near your county to allow travel to and from the meeting on the same day. No special arrangements are made for overnight accommodations.
If you do require an overnight stay, we suggest you call a hotel of your choice and ask for the state government rate. The rate is subject to hotel availability.
Application has been made for continuing education hours. Check back for approval updates.
Continuing Education Type |
Hours |
CPA/Auditors |
6 |
Commissioners |
6 |
County and District Clerks |
5.45 |
County Judges |
Not Approved by Texas Judicial Academy |
Justice of the Peace |
6 |
PHRs and SPHRs
Reviewed on individual basis; self-report to HRCI |
6 |
Purchasing Agents
Self-report to Texas State Board of Public Accountancy |
6 |
Sheriffs & Constables (TCOLE) |
6 |
Tax Assessor-Collectors |
6 |
Treasurers |
Not approved by CTAT |
If you need to cancel your registration, please contact Megan West in the TAC Education Department.