Monday, October 16, 2023

8:00am - 5:00pm

Registration Open

9:00am - 12:00pm

Pre-Conference Training Sessions

Staff Efficiency Tools (Part I)

Partnering with LMI Customers (Part I)

12:00pm - 1:30pm

LUNCH ON YOUR OWN

1:30pm - 3:30pm

Pre-Conference Training Sessions

Staff Efficiency Tools (Part II)

Partnering with LMI Customers (Part II)

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

7:30AM - 9:00AM

Registration Open

8:00AM - 9:00AM

Complimentary Breakfast

9:00am - 9:15am

General Session

Conference Opening

9:15am - 9:30am

General Session

Welcome Greeting from the Mayor of Monterey

9:30am-10:00am

General Session

Geographic Solutions Update: A Year in Review

10:00am - 10:15am

Refreshment Break

10:15am-11:45am

General Session

WIOA 2023: The Post-Pandemic Recovery

12:00pm - 1:00pm

Complimentary Lunch

1:15pm - 2:45pm

General Session

The Next Steps for the Geographic Solutions Product Line

2:45pm - 3:00pm

Refreshment Break

3:00pm - 3:45pm

General Session

Trends in Workforce Development Panel Discussion

3:45pm - 4:00pm

Break

4:00pm - 4:45pm

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

A Session with Ron Painter: Perspective and What's Expected

A Look at New Enhancement Features for the Welfare Transition Program within VOS Sapphire

Integrating State System Technology into State and Local Policy

StateRAMP: An Inside Look at the Future of Cybersecurity and What it Means for State Clients

Encouraging SMEs to Upskill Using Alison's Free LMS and 5,000 Free Courses

If It’s Happening, We’re Tracking: Google Analytics 4 and Event-Based Tracking

5:30pm - 8:00pm

Welcome Reception - The Club Room/Patio/Terrace (Portola Hotel & Spa)

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

7:30am - 8:30am

Complimentary Breakfast

8:30am - 10:00am

General Session

KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Embracing the Value of Artificial Intelligence in a Changing World

10:00am - 10:15am

Refreshment Break

10:15am - 11:00am

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

California Panel Discussion - State and Local Perspectives

Using Program Data to Foster DEIA Strategies for WIOA Organizations and Businesses

Cultivating an Advanced Workforce Pipeline: Leveraging Collaborative Partnerships and Virtual Career Center (VCC) for Student Success

Organizational Change Management and UI Modernization

Harnessing Video to Improve Opportunity, Fairness, and Success When Interviewing

Introducing the Next Version of Virtual LMI

11:15am - 12:00pm

Break

11:15am - 12:00pm

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

National Career Alliance Integration Poised to Revolutionize Talent Acquisition with Expanded Hiring Pools

Unlocking Opportunities to Create Highly Skilled Talent with the Apprenticeship Module

How North Carolina Uses Admin Tools in VOS Sapphire to Enhance Customer Experience

Streamlining the Unemployment Insurance Appeals Process

Transforming into Data Engagement

The Latest in Data Collection and Aggregation

12:00pm - 1:30pm

Client Recognition Luncheon

1:30pm - 1:45pm

Break

1:45pm - 2:30pm

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Decoding VOS AI: Unleashing the Power of AI APIs, Prompt Engineering, and Data Security in v23

WIOA Performance and Validation Strategies for the Modern Analyst

Virtual Career Center for a Strong Workforce: "More and Better" CTE for the Central Valley California

A Modernized Approach to Unemployment Insurance Tax

Integrating Online Learning into Workforce Services and Program Delivery

OFCCP Compliance, Employer-Hired Third-Party Vendors, and Geographic Solutions' Job Posting Import Processes

2:30pm - 2:45pm

Break

2:45pm - 3:30pm

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Efficient Case Management Tools (Part I)

Encouraging Skills Development and Economic Mobility with the SNAP E and T Module

Staff Efficiency Tools to Enhance and Expedite Customer Service

The Latest on the Geographic Solutions Unemployment System

Credential Engine and ETPL: Giving Meaning to Credentials, Degrees, Skill Competencies, and Learning Backgrounds

Using ADP to Support Outreach Activities in Alignment with TEGL 03-23

3:30pm - 3:45pm

Refreshment Break

3:45pm - 4:30pm

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Efficient Case Management Tools (Part II)

Tracking Local Programs with the Agency Defined Programs Module

Supporting Individuals with Disabilities in Their Journey To Employment

Virtual Career Center for a Strong Workforce: The Flexibility of VCC to Guide Youth to Opportunity in Your State

Uncovering and Preventing Unemployment Insurance Fraud

Data Axle's ARC Top Employers Database

Heightening Accessibility Awareness and a Review of Key Features that Ensure ADA Compliancy

6:00pm - 9:00pm

President's Reception - The Barns at Cooper Molera

Thursday, October 19, 2023

7:30am - 8:30am

Complimentary Breakfast

8:30am - 9:15am

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Unlocking Business Insights: The Power of BI Data Analytics Tool

WOTC Module: A Tax Credit Management Tool for Employers Who Embrace Those with Barriers

Promote Positive Performance with Proactive Program Management Using NCWorks Online

How GUS Tax can Assist Staff Working on Field Audits, Tax Performance Systems, and Collections

Leveraging State Systems to Increase Customer Engagement and Maximize Services for Vets

It’s a Small World After All! Reengineering California’s Workforce Development System Without Boundaries

9:15am - 9:30am

BREAK

9:30am - 10:15am

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

A Dive into the Workings of the VOS SQL Query Tools

Clearing the Path to Employment Success with the Adult Education Module

INDemand Flame Ranking Aims to Meet Indiana's Job Placement Demand

Work Items: Putting Them to Work for You

Targeting Specific Demographics and Industries with Custom Portals

VOS REO: Breaking the Cycle of Recidivism and Offering Justice-Involved Individuals a Second Chance at Stability

10:15am - 10:30am

REFRESHMENT BREAK

10:30am - 11:45am

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Enhancement Voting for VOS Sapphire

Roundtable Discussion on the Future of GUS and REX

Roundtable Discussion on the Future of Virtual LMI

11:45am - 12:00pm

General Session

Closing Remarks

12:00pm - 5:00pm

Meet with Geographic Solutions Staff (By Appointment Only)