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2022 NASWA SUMMIT

The 2022 NASWA SUMMIT reached record breaking attendance with close to 800 registrants! Attendees experienced three days of inspiring speakers, informative, interactive breakout sessions, and networking opportunities with colleagues from around the country. Thanks to all who participated!

We asked attendees to tell us what they liked most about the conference. Some of their responses were:

"I really enjoyed how you organized the breakout sessions in recommendation of what your focus is with the colored boxcars. That was very clever and helpful. Also, I LOVED the activity you guys picked to go to dinner at the Wrigley stadium. That was a once in a lifetime opportunity and I'll always remember that."

"The variety of sessions and their relevancy to the audience, whether it was UI, Legal, LMI, Communications, IT, etc."

"The opportunity to hear what other states are doing with programs, technology and resources."

"Opportunities to network with others."

 

 

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2022 NASWA SUMMIT Schedule

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The daily schedule of the conference is below. Check back for more updates!

The times listed below are in Central Time 

Hosted Lunch for NASWA Board of Directors and Policy Committee Meeting Attendees

NASWA Board of Directors and Policy Committee Meetings

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Exhibitor Set-Up

International Ballroom - 2nd Level (Exhibit Hall)

Networking Reception for NASWA Board of Directors and Policy Committee Meeting Attendees

Crystal Room - 3rd Level

Hosted Breakfast for NASWA Board of Directors and Policy Committee Meeting Attendees

Exhibitor Set-Up

International Ballroom - 2nd Level (Exhibit Hall)

NASWA Board of Directors and Policy Committee Meetings

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Hospitality Desk and NASWA Swag Station

Registered participants will not need to check in at the hospitality desk prior to the start of the conference. Participants will receive name badges at their assigned seats for the Opening Plenary. More information will be provided to registered participants on how to find their assigned seats before the conference.
International Foyer - 2nd Level

Hosted GRAB-AND-GO Lunch for Board of Directors, Policy Committee Meeting Attendees AND SUMMIT Attendees

Grab and Go Lunches are available for: Board of Directors Meeting Attendees Policy Committee Meeting Attendees SUMMIT Attendees 
Millennium Room - Lobby Level

Sponsor and Exhibitor Showcase

Stop by and visit our sponsors and exhibitors!
International Ballroom - 2nd Level (Exhibit Hall)

Opening Ceremonies

NASWA Welcome, Presentation of the Colors and Pledge of Allegiance, Illinois Welcome, a Word from Our Diamond Sponsor, Keynote Speaker: Jennie Taylor, Gold Star Wife, and a Word from Our Platinum Sponsors
Imperial Ballroom - B2 Level

Networking & Transition to Concurrent Breakout Sessions

Opening Plenary

Focus on Inflation, A Word from our Gold Sponsors, Hearing the Latest from the U.S. Department of Labor, and Day 1 Closing
Imperial Ballroom - B2 Level

Welcome Reception with Sponsors and Exhibitors

International Ballroom - 2nd Level (Exhibit Hall)

Breakfast with Sponsors and Exhibitors

International Ballroom - 2nd Level (Exhibit Hall)

Hospitality Desk and NASWA Swag Station

International Foyer - 2nd Level

Sponsor and Exhibitor Showcase

Stop by and visit our sponsors and exhibitors!
International Ballroom - 2nd Level (Exhibit Hall)

86th Annual Membership Meeting

This will include NASWA 2023 association year elections and other business. Please note only NASWA state agency leaders and agency staff are eligible to attend.
Imperial Ballroom - B2 Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Harnessing the Power of Data Analytics to Combat UI Fraud

Tracks: Technology | Unemployment Insurance | Workforce and Labor Market Information States are increasingly leveraging the power of data analytics to combat persistent fraud. In this session, participants will learn how states have harnessed the power of data collected from tools such as the Integrity Data Hub (IDH) ...Read more
Gold Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Roll Call of States with Case Law Updates, Significant Legislation, and Emerging Legal Issues

Track: Legal An opportunity for state workforce agency attorneys and policy staff to report on and ask questions of each other about significant legal cases, legislation, and policy development.
Embassy Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Labor Force Participation Rates — Measures, Task Forces, and Strategies

Tracks: Administrators | Employment and Training | Workforce and Labor Market Information Many states are focused on understanding and addressing low labor force participation rates (LFPRs). How are states corralling data and policy insights to increase their LFPRs and drive better long-term economic growth in their states? Come and learn from leading thinkers and doers.
Crystal Room - 3rd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: UI Administrative Funding Issues: The Federal Side and States View of the RJM

Track: Unemployment Insurance
Ambassador Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: When Veterans Go to the Front of the Line - and When They Don't

Track: Employment and Training Veterans and eligible spouses continue to receive priority of service (POS) for all USDOL-funded employment and training programs. But many people do not realize additional POS provisions exist in the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act - and that there are times when...Read more
Chancellor Room - 3rd Level

Networking & Transition to Concurrent Breakout Sessions

Concurrent Breakout Session: Modernizing State UI Systems: State Strategies and Lessons Learned

Tracks: Communications | Technology | Unemployment Insurance After every crisis, whether it be a recession or a pandemic, states are given an opportunity to evaluate their IT systems and business processes. Now, UI IT Modernization projects are moving forward with...Read more
Gold Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Discussion with USDOL: Focus on UI Compliance and Legal Issues

Tracks: Legal | Unemployment Insurance An opportunity to discuss unemployment insurance compliance and legal issues with the U.S. Department of Labor
Embassy Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Why Strengthening Your Workforce & Economic Development Partnerships Matters

Track: Employment and Training Is your state looking to improve its collaboration and partnerships across workforce and economic development systems? Hear how some states are leading in this area.
State Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: States Leading the Way - Innovation Using NLx Data

Tracks: Administrators | Employment and Training | Technology | Workforce and Labor Market Information Improving delivery of data tools for a dynamic workforce requires collaboration among stakeholders committed to innovation while leveraging existing resources. The public workforce system plays a key role in...Read more
Regent Room - 3rd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Enhancing UI Wage Records - Better Data Insights for Career, Education, and Training Decisions

Tracks: Administrators | Employment and Training | Technology | Unemployment Insurance | Workforce and Labor Market Information Join this session to hear directly from state leaders on enhancing UI wage records to develop better data insights for career, education, and training decisions...Read more
Crystal Room - 3rd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Making the Most of Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment (RESEA)

Tracks: Employment and Training | Unemployment Insurance | Workforce and Labor Market Information Is your state looking for ways to improve your RESEA Program? Learn about the findings of a recent USDOL study and hear how some states are innovating in this area.
Ambassador Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Expanding Apprenticeships into Nontraditional Sectors

Track: Employment and Training Is your agency interested in expanding apprenticeships into new sectors? Learn how state workforce agencies are developing demand-driven apprenticeship programs in nontraditional industries such as breweries, tech, education, healthcare, and scientific research facilities.
Chancellor Room - 3rd Level

Networking and Refreshments

International Ballroom - 2nd Level (Exhibit Hall)

Concurrent Breakout Session: Accelerating Workforce System Digital Transformation

Tracks: Administrators | Employment and Training | Technology | Unemployment Insurance Join this interactive session focused on accelerating transformative change in your agency and throughout the workforce system. Hear from your peers about how they have jump-started their digital transformation process...Read more
Gold Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Preventing Employee Misclassification

Tracks: Legal | Unemployment Insurance The misclassification of employees can negatively impact individuals and our communities. Join in on the conversation and learn from others on recent national and state efforts to prevent misclassification.
Embassy Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Protecting Confidential Data in a UI Program

Tracks: Legal | Technology | Unemployment Insurance Protecting confidential data from diverse sources is a challenging part of administering a state unemployment program. Our panel of state legal staff and federal officials will provide their insights on the best way to ensure program compliance with state and federal confidentiality requirements.
State Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: How are External Researchers Using Job Postings Data to Create Labor Market Insights?

Tracks:  Administrators | Employment and Training | Workforce and Labor Market Information How are Stanford's Digital Economy Lab and Research Improving People's Lives (RIPL) leveraging job postings data to develop supplemental labor market information, and what are the most promising use cases? Come learn about and inform their work!
Regent Room - 3rd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Strengthening the Federal-State Partnership: BLS Field Operations and State WLMI Shops

Tracks: Administrators | Workforce and Labor Market Information Building a good partnership with the Bureau of Labor Statistics includes understanding the assets of the regional offices and how they can support and enhance your LMI work. Extend your partnership beyond the cooperative statistics programs....Read more
Crystal Room - 3rd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Customer Connections - Translating UI Into Plain Language

Tracks: Communications | Unemployment Insurance This session will provide information and tips on plain language to help UI agencies revise or create new communications that are easier for UI customers (and staff!) to understand and use. Come hear UI and Communications leaders share their experiences and...Read more
Ambassador Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Equity Initiatives at USDOL and in the States

Tracks: Employment and Training | Unemployment Insurance | Workforce and Labor Market Information Several states and USDOL share initiatives aimed at improving equity in workforce development programs.
Chancellor Room - 3rd Level

Hosted SUMMIT Luncheon

Imperial Ballroom - B2 Level

Networking & Transition to Concurrent Breakout Sessions

Concurrent Breakout Session: Multistate Data Collaboratives: Engines for Business Insights

Tracks: Employment and Training | Legal | Technology | Unemployment Insurance | Workforce and Labor Market Information Want to increase your state agencies’ capacity to generate data insights and become learning organizations that use data to drive policy and programs?...Read more
Gold Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Connecting the Dots - Navigating Legal Issues Arising in Government Use of Social Media

Tracks: Communications | Legal Julie Tappendorf is a local government attorney and author of the book “Social Media & Local Governments: Navigating the New Public Square.” She will discuss how to identify and navigate the legal issues that arise in government use of social media...Read more
Embassy Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Improving Service Delivery through Technology

Tracks: Employment and Training | Technology | Workforce and Labor Market Information The pandemic has accelerated a shift to delivering services in new ways. With an increase in demand for services, yet fewer resources available, technology plays a vital role in maintaining and enhancing services...Read more
State Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Reconnect - The Power of Higher Education and Workforce Development Partnerships

Tracks: Administrators | Employment and Training | Workforce and Labor Market Information The missions of state workforce development and higher education agencies are increasingly aligned. Come join this session supported by our partners at the State Higher Education Officers Association (SHEEO). You’ll learn about the trends, opportunities, and challenges facing higher education agencies ... Read more
Regent Room - 3rd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Meeting the Challenges Facing Our Youth

Tracks: Administrators | Employment and Training  The COVID-19 pandemic has had a range of impacts on youth and young adults across the US. This session will highlight what we know about these impacts and how states are developing strategies to reengage youth through workforce services.
Crystal Room - 3rd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: The UI ARPA Tiger Teams Experience - States' Perspectives

Track: Unemployment Insurance A multi-state panel discussion providing the perspective of five states’ experiences with the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Tiger Team project. More than 24 states have worked with multi-disciplinary Tiger Team consultants to conduct discovery assessments and propose solutions to address fraud...Read more
Ambassador Room - 2nd Level

Concurrent Breakout Session: Promising Practices for UI Tax and UI Tax Modernization

Track: Unemployment Insurance Focus on UI tax operation improvements including IT modernization.
Chancellor Room - 3rd Level

Beverage Break with Sponsors & Exhibitors

International Ballroom - 2nd Level (Exhibit Hall)

Plenary Session

A Word from Our Silver Sponsors, Hearing from the Acting Assistant Secretary of Labor and Catching up with the President and CEO
Imperial Ballroom - B2 Level

Bus Transportation to Wrigley Field

SUMMIT attendees and registered guests must wear their SUMMIT/guest name badge for admittance to Wrigley Field | Buses will begin loading on Level B2 at 5:00 p.m. CT.
Depart from Level B2

Wrigley Field Event

SUMMIT attendees and registered guests must wear their SUMMIT/guest name badge for admittance to Wrigley Field | Join us for an unforgettable experience at Wrigley Field! Take photos under the famous Wrigley Field Marquee, enjoy dinner and refreshments at the historical American Airlines 1916 Club, take a ‘behind the scenes VIP tour’ of Wrigley Field and capture a photo with the World Series Trophy.
Wrigley Field

Breakfast with Sponsors and Exhibitors

International Ballroom - 2nd Level (Exhibit Hall)

Sponsor and Exhibitor Showcase

Stop by and visit our sponsors and exhibitors!
International Ballroom - 2nd Level (Exhibit Hall)

Hospitality Desk and NASWA Swag Station

International Foyer - 2nd Level

Plenary Session

Closing Day Plenary Opening and Tracking Reentry Programs that Signal Success
Imperial Ballroom - B2 Level

Networking Break and Coffee

International Ballroom - 2nd Level (Exhibit Hall)

Closing Plenary and Adjournment

Salute to Our Leadership Awards, What Workforce Leaders Should Know About the National Legislative and Political Arena and Adjournment of the 2022 SUMMIT
Imperial Ballroom - B2 Level

Hosted Lunch for Policy Committee Meeting Attendees

Employment and Training, Equal Opportunity, and Wage and Hour
Crystal Room - 3rd Level

NASWA Policy and Steering Committee Meetings

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Hosted Breakfast for Policy Committee Meeting Attendees

Employment and Training, Equal Opportunity, and Wage and Hour
Gold Room - 3rd Level

NASWA Policy and Steering Committee Meetings

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Conference FAQs

How do I cancel my registration?

In the Registration Confirmation email you received from NASWA Meetings after registering for the conference, follow the instructions to modify your registration. You'll need your confirmation number and the email address used to complete the registration to access your registration. Click, "Cancel Registration" and follow the instructions to complete your cancellation.

If you do not have your confirmation email, please contact NASWA-Meetings@naswa.org to request a duplicate.

How do I transfer my registration to someone else?

In the Registration Confirmation email you received from NASWA Meetings after registering for the conference, follow the instructions to modify your registration. You'll need your confirmation number and the email address used to complete the registration to access your registration. Click, "Transfer Registration" and follow the instructions to substitute an attendee. 

If you do not have your Registration Confirmation email, please contact NASWA-Meetings@naswa.org to request a duplicate.

How can I download a copy of my registration invoice/receipt?

In the Registration Confirmation email you received from NASWA Meetings after registering for the conference, click the link to view/print your invoice/receipt.

If you do not have your confirmation email, please contact NASWA-Meetings@naswa.org to request a duplicate.

What are the cancellation and refund policies?

Attendees will receive a full refund on cancellation requests. No cancellation fees will be applied.

I have a question about a NASWA event. How do I contact NASWA?

If you have a question about a specific NASWA meeting or event, please contact NASWA-Meetings@naswa.org.

Contact Us

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2022 NASWA SUMMIT Presentations

Tuesday, September 20, 2022

Focus on Inflation

Session: Opening Plenary | Tuesday September 20, 2022 | 1:15 PM
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Wednesday, September 21, 2022

VEC Anomaly Detection Analytics

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Harnessing the Power of Data Analytics to Combat UI Fraud | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 6:00 AM
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Labor Force Participation Project

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Labor Force Participation Rates — Measures, Task Forces, and Strategies | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 6:00 AM
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JEDx Jobs and Employment Data Exchange

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Enhancing UI Wage Records - Better Data Insights for Career, Education, and Training Decisions | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 7:30 AM
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Apprenticeship Missouri

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Expanding Apprenticeships into Nontraditional Sectors | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 7:30 AM
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New Jersey Apprenticeship Network

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Expanding Apprenticeships into Nontraditional Sectors | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 7:30 AM
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Washington State RESEA Program

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Making the Most of Reemployment Services and Eligibility Assessment (RESEA) | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 7:30 AM
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State UI IT Modernization

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Modernizing State UI Systems: State Strategies and Lessons Learned | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 7:30 AM
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NLx Research Hub

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: States Leading the Way - Innovation Using NLx Data | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 7:30 AM
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Maryland - Driving Strong Partnerships

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Why Strengthening Your Workforce & Economic Development Partnerships Matters | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 7:30 AM
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Plain Language and Modernization

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Customer Connections - Translating UI Into Plain Language | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 9:15 AM
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IRS Office of Safeguards Overview

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Protecting Confidential Data in a UI Program | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 9:15 AM
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Region 5 Workforce and Demographic Briefing

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Strengthening the Federal-State Partnership: BLS Field Operations and State WLMI Shops | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 9:15 AM
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Wage Record Pilot

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Strengthening the Federal-State Partnership: BLS Field Operations and State WLMI Shops | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 9:15 AM
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Keeping it Legal on Social Media

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Connecting the Dots - Navigating Legal Issues Arising in Government Use of Social Media | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 12:00 PM
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Connecting Data for Student Success

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Reconnect - The Power of Higher Education and Workforce Development Partnerships | Wednesday September 21, 2022 | 12:00 PM
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Thursday, September 22, 2022

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HEALTH & SAFETY PROTOCOLS

Your Health & Safety Is Our Priority. In an effort to provide an engaging and participatory experience while keeping the health & safety of attendees as our priority, we are instituting the following protocols consistent with local, state, and federal CDC Guidelines and recommendations for COVID-19 community levels.

Please check this page frequently for changes and updates based on Community-Level Status.

Pre-Conference

  • In order to attend the conference, all attendees must
    • Register in advance. Registration will close on Wednesday, September 7, 2022 or once we reach capacity. 
      • There will be no onsite or late registration.
      • Attendees will find their name badge at their assigned seat in the ballroom
  • Feeling ill? Please do not plan to attend if you are feeling ill or experiencing symptoms of COVID-19. 
    • If you become sick and must cancel plans to attend the conference or committee meetings, contact NASWA Meetings

At the Conference

  • Vaccinations NOT required
    • Vaccinations are not required, but strongly encouraged
    • NASWA staff in attendance will all be fully vaccinated
  • Masks NOT required
    • Masks are not required, but are encouraged for those who choose to mask or are immunocompromised
  • No-Touch Check-In
    • Registration information & name badges will be available at attendees' assigned seats
  • Assigned Seating
    • All registered attendees will have assigned seating (more information coming soon on how to access your assigned seat)
  • Name Badges at Seat
    • Name badges will be available at your assigned seat 
  • Health & Safety Resources
    • Hand sanitizer and masks will be available to all attendees throughout the meeting space
    • Urgent care center information is available at the bottom of this page
  • How Do You Feel?
    • Attendees must check for signs of illness and symptoms of COVID-19 each morning prior to attending the event and/or meeting(s)
  • Contact Us:
    • Should you have to discontinue participation after becoming ill while onsite, please contact NASWA meetings

 

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