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2022 SIDES Seminar

The State Information Data Exchange System (SIDES) Seminar is a gathering for state workforce members, employers, and third-party administrators (TPAs) to discuss current and developing trends in the unemployment program and how SIDES can be used to enhance integrity measures, streamline claims processing, and reduce agency costs.

Schedule

The 2022 SIDES Seminar will be held at the Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark in St. Louis, MO from Wednesday, April 27, 2022, through Thursday, April 28, 2022.

  • April 26: SIDES Pre-Con
  • April 27 - 28: SIDES Seminar
  • April 29: SIDES Operations Committee Meeting

Dining-out Options 

There are many downtown dining options within walking distance of the Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark.

Walkable Dining Options


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Travel Reimbursement - STATES ONLY

NASWA will provide up to $2000 to each participating state to help cover travel costs. Allowable travel costs include transportation, hotel lodging, per diem costs (consistent with the General Services Administration schedule or the state’s out-of-state per diem requirements, whichever is less), and minor incidental costs like parking. NASWA will reimburse states only for accommodations on the nights of April 25 – 28, 2022.

After the seminar and upon receipt and approval of a single invoice summarizing travel costs incurred, NASWA will issue one reimbursement check per state for all participants from that state. The invoice to NASWA should include the name of the attendees, total travel expenses paid per attendee, the total requested reimbursement amount, and copies of all corresponding receipts to support the reimbursement, as required by the state’s travel policy.

The invoice and documentation, including mailing instructions for the check (attention of individual or department, and address), must be scanned and emailed to accounting@naswa.org. Each attending state should submit its invoice no later than July 31, 2022. NASWA will not honor invoices submitted after July 31, 2022.

 

TEN 22-21 - 2022 Unemployment Insurance (UI) State Information Data Exchange System (SIDES) Seminar, has been added to the ETA Advisory database and is now available at https://wdr.doleta.gov/directives/corr_doc.cfm?docn=5153

2022 SIDES Seminar Schedule

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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?

There is no cost to attend this event, therefore no cancellation fees will be applied.

Are meals provided at the SIDES Seminar?

Meals are not provided at the 2023 SIDES Seminar. Breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase at the hotel at per diem rates.

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.

2022 SIDES Seminar Presentations

Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Wednesday, April 27, 2022

IT Hands-On Lab - .NET

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: IT Hands-on Lab - .NET | Wednesday April 27, 2022 | 2:30 PM
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System Security

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Protecting the Integrity of UI Systems | Wednesday April 27, 2022 | 2:30 PM
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NASWA Updates - April 2022

Session: Plenary Session: NASWA Updates and SIDES Awards | Wednesday April 27, 2022 | 4:45 PM
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E-Response Hands-On Lab

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: E-Response Hands-on Lab | Wednesday April 27, 2022 | 5:30 PM
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SIDES Processing Strategies

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: SIDES Processing Strategies | Wednesday April 27, 2022 | 6:45 PM
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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.

St. Louis COVID-19 Community-Level Status


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

Pre-Seminar

  • Register in advance: All attendees must register in advance by 5:00 p.m. (ET) on Monday, April 18, 2022.  
    • Register  
      • There will be no onsite 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 Seminar or committee meetings, contact NASWA Meetings

At the Seminar

  • 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

Post-Seminar

  • If you receive a positive COVID-19 diagnosis within 14 days of attending the event, please inform NASWA so that we can perform the necessary follow-up.

 

Questons? Contact NASWA Meetings 


Urgent Care Centers Located Near Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark

24/7 Healthcare (Downtown St. Louis) (.5 mi from hotel)

916 Olive St.

St. Louis, MO

25-7 Care Center map

 

Veterans Advantage Urgent Care (1.4 mi from hotel)

1901 Washington Ave

St. Louis, MO

314-696-2090

Vets advantage urgent care

 

Concentra Urgent Care (2.6 mi from hotel)

3100 Market St.

St. Louis, MO

314-421-2557

Concentra map