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2023 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.

Keynote Speaker Announced!

Larry Weaver is a nationally-touring motivational speaker and clean comedian backed by years of professional experience. His easy-going demeanor, Southern charm, and quick wit have won the hearts of audiences across America.

In this interactive and engaging presentation, keynote speaker Larry Weaver uses clean humor and show business anecdotes to illustrate the importance of maintaining a positive attitude. Key points include:

  • Energy–improve health and wellness, live a balanced life, prioritize self-improvement.
  • Attitude–become more positive, embrace change, and reduce stress.
  • Motivation–increase ability, commit to lifelong learning, and overcome obstacles.

Prepare to laugh, learn, and leave equipped to become more positive in your personal and professional life.

 

Schedule of Events

SIDES Seminar

The 2023 SIDES Seminar will be held at the Crowne Plaza Indianapolis Downtown Union Station in Indianapolis, IN from Tuesday, April 18, 2023, through Thursday, April 20, 2023. Meals are not provided at the 2023 SIDES Seminar. Breakfast and lunch will be available for purchase at the hotel at per diem rates.  

  • April 18: SIDES Pre-Con
  • April 19 - 20: SIDES Seminar
  • April 21: SIDES Operations Committee Meeting

TEN 12-22 - 2023 Unemployment Insurance (UI) State Information Data Exchange System (SIDES) Seminar, has been added to the ETA Advisory database and is now available at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/advisories/ten-12-22.

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2023 SIDES Seminar Schedule

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The times listed below are in Eastern Time.

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Travel Information

Hotel Information

Crowne Plaza Indianapolis Downtown Union Station

123 West Louisiana Street
Indianapolis, IN 46225
United States

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Crowne Plaza Indianapolis Downtown Union Station located at 123 West Louisiana Street, Indianapolis, IN 46225 at a per diem rate of $127.00 per night (plus tax).

The deadline to reserve a room is Monday, March 27, 2023

 

NOTE: To receive the per diem rate of $127.00, please set your arrival and departure dates for any time between April 16, 2023, through April 22, 2023.

Additional rooms have been added to our block to accommodate increased attendance. Guests may need to click on the accessible icon in the reservation link when making a reservation to access all available rooms. 

 

Parking

  • Self-parking is located directly across the street from the hotel at Pan Am Plaza's underground parking garage, with a rate of $28 for overnight parking. (These facilities are independently owned and operated)
  • Valet service is available at the hotel for $35 for "day" parking and $45 for overnight guests. 

Travel Reimbursement - STATES ONLY

NASWA will provide up to $2,000.00 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 17– 20, 2023.

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, 2023. NASWA will not honor invoices submitted after July 31, 2023.

TEN 12-22 - 2023 Unemployment Insurance (UI) State Information Data Exchange System (SIDES) Seminar, has been added to the ETA Advisory database and is now available at https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/advisories/ten-12-22.

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.

2023 SIDES Seminar Presentations

Tuesday, April 18, 2023

NASWA Services Overview Combined Presentation

Session: Pre-Seminar Plenary Session: NASWA Services Overview | Tuesday April 18, 2023 | 5:00 PM
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NASWA Services Overview Session Audio Recording

Session: Pre-Seminar Plenary Session: NASWA Services Overview | Tuesday April 18, 2023 | 5:00 PM
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Fundamentals of UI

Session: Concurrent Pre-Seminar Breakout Session: Fundamentals of UI - Part 1 | Tuesday April 18, 2023 | 6:15 PM
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Fundamentals of UI Part 1 Session Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Pre-Seminar Breakout Session: Fundamentals of UI - Part 1 | Tuesday April 18, 2023 | 6:15 PM
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SIDES & Exchanges Overview / Who are PEOs Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Pre-Seminar Breakout Session: SIDES & Exchange Overview / Who are PEOs | Tuesday April 18, 2023 | 6:15 PM
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Fundamentals of UI - Part 2 Session Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Pre-Seminar Breakout Session: Fundamentals of UI - Part 2 | Tuesday April 18, 2023 | 7:45 PM
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Integrity Data Hub 101

Session: Concurrent Pre-Seminar Breakout Session: Integrity Data Hub 101 | Tuesday April 18, 2023 | 7:45 PM
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Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Opening Plenary Session and Keynote Speaker, Larry Weaver Audio Recording

Session: Opening Plenary Session: Welcome | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 12:30 PM
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USDOL Update (April 2023)

Session: Opening Plenary Session: Welcome | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 12:30 PM
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Deep Dive Into Discharges Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Deep Dive into Discharges | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 2:30 PM
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NASWA Architecture & Security Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: NASWA Architecture & Security | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 2:30 PM
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Separation Information & Promising Practices Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Separation Information & Promising Practices | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 2:30 PM
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Separation Information & Promising Practices Session Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Separation Information & Promising Practices | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 2:30 PM
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NASWA Update (April 2023)

Session: Plenary Session: NASWA Updates and SIDES Recognitions | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 3:45 PM
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NASWA Update and Awards Recognition Session Audio Recording

Session: Plenary Session: NASWA Updates and SIDES Recognitions | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 3:45 PM
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Deep Dive Into Voluntary Quits Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Deep Dive into Voluntary Quits | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 5:30 PM
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Hot Topics in IT and How They Are Being Addressed Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Hot Topics in IT and How They Are Being Addressed | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 5:30 PM
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Integrity Data Hub & State Promising Practices Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Integrity Data Hub & State Promising Practices | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 5:30 PM
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Integrity Data Hub & State Promising Practices Session Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Integrity Data Hub & State Promising Practices | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 5:30 PM
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Monetary & Potential Charges Rewrite and Promising Practices Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Monetary & Potential Charges Rewrite & Promising Practices | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 5:30 PM
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Additional Fact-Finding & Promising Practices Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Additional Fact-Finding & Promising Practices | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 6:45 PM
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Additional Fact-Finding & Promising Practices Session Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Additional Fact-Finding & Promising Practices | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 6:45 PM
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Blowing the Whistle on Fraud Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Blowing the Whistle on Fraud | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 6:45 PM
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Blowing the Whistle on Fraud Session Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Blowing the Whistle on Fraud | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 6:45 PM
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Punching the Ticket using NASWA Resources Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Punching the Ticket Using NASWA Resources | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 6:45 PM
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Remuneration & More Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Remuneration & More | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 6:45 PM
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Employer / TPA Training

Session: Plenary Session: Roundtable Discussions | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 8:15 PM
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Employer / TPA Training and Roundtable Discussion Session Audio Recording

Session: Plenary Session: Roundtable Discussions | Wednesday April 19, 2023 | 8:15 PM
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Thursday, April 20, 2023

Creating Partnerships During Modernization & Connections Combined Presentation

Session: Plenary Session: Creating Partnerships During Modernization & Connections | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 12:30 PM
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Creating Partnerships During Modernization & Connections Session Audio Recording

Session: Plenary Session: Creating Partnerships During Modernization & Connections | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 12:30 PM
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E-Response Training, Cold-Calls & Personal Connections Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: E-Response Training, Cold-Calls & Personal Connections | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 2:15 PM
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Earnings Verifications Rewrite & Promising Practices Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Earnings Verifications Rewrite & Promising Practices | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 2:15 PM
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Earnings Verifications Rewrite & Promising Practices Session Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Earnings Verifications Rewrite & Promising Practices | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 2:15 PM
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On the Right Track to Streamlining Processes Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: On the Right Track to Streamlining Processes | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 2:15 PM
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On the Right Track to Streamlining Processes Session Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: On the Right Track to Streamlining Processes | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 2:15 PM
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Project Planning & Resources

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Project Planning & Resources | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 2:15 PM
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Communications, Social Media & Web Presence Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Communications, Social Media & Web Presence | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 3:30 PM
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Defining Business Rules & Requirements

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Defining Business Rules & Requirements | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 3:30 PM
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Determinations & Decisions and Promising Practices

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Determinations & Decisions and Promising Practices | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 3:30 PM
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Determinations & Decisions and Promising Practices Session Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Determinations & Decisions and Promising Practices | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 3:30 PM
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Successful Practices for Increasing Employer Response Rates Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Successful Practices for Increasing Employer Response Rates | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 3:30 PM
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Successful Practices for Increasing Employer Response Rates Session Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Successful Practices for Increasing Employer Response Rates | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 3:30 PM
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Appeals Timeliness Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Appeals Timeliness | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 5:45 PM
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Appeals Timeliness Session Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Appeals Timeliness | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 5:45 PM
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Benefit Charges & Promising Practices Session Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Benefit Charges & Promising Practices | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 5:45 PM
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Developing Test Cases & Scenarios

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Developing Test Cases & Scenarios | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 5:45 PM
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State-Led Employer Webinars & Employer Education Events Combined Presentation

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: State-Led Employer Webinars & Employer Education Events | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 5:45 PM
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State Roundtable Discussion Audio Recording

Session: Concurrent Breakout Session: Roundtable Discussion - States | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 7:15 PM
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Closing Plenary Session Audio Recording

Session: Closing Plenary Session | Thursday April 20, 2023 | 8:00 PM
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