People Practices! A Panel Discussion

Join Main Street Revolution this June for an engaging and insightful HR Panel discussion designed for business owners, entrepreneurs, leaders, and professionals who want to stay ahead in today’s evolving workplace landscape.
This month’s luncheon, People Practices: Navigating Workforce Trends, Leadership & Workplace Success, will feature a panel of experienced HR professionals discussing the trends and strategies shaping the future of work.
From hiring and retention to leadership development, employee engagement, workplace culture, and communication, attendees will gain valuable insights and practical takeaways that can immediately be applied to their businesses, careers, and professional growth.
Whether you’re a solopreneur, small business owner, manager, or working professional, understanding today’s workforce trends is essential for long-term success. Even if you don’t manage a large team, the way businesses attract talent, build culture, communicate effectively, and adapt to change directly impacts growth, client relationships, productivity, and leadership effectiveness.
Attendees will:
- Learn the top HR and workplace trends shaping businesses in 2026
- Discover practical strategies for hiring, retaining, and motivating top talent
- Gain insight into building a positive workplace culture that drives growth
- Understand how leadership and communication impact employee engagement
- Hear expert perspectives on navigating workforce changes and compliance updates
- Connect with business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals facing similar challenges
- Walk away with actionable ideas to support personal and professional success.
About Our Panelists:
Mary Beth (MB) Conzett – is an established HR executive and change leader with extensive, cross-industry experience spanning HR strategy, talent management, HRIS implementation, M&A integration, and enterprise transformation. Known for stepping in when the stakes are highest, this professional consistently delivers results in complex, high-pressure environments — whether advising C-suite executives on critical decisions or guiding employees through significant change. Recognized as a trusted, collaborative partner who builds relationships rooted in mutual respect, they bring a rare combination of business acumen, people-centered leadership, and global project management expertise that drives meaningful, measurable organizational performance.
Jodi Milbradt – With 16 years of HR outsourcing experience across industries nationwide, Jodi Milbradt brings deep operational insight to her work with Private AI, where she helps companies simplify processes and unlock new levels of efficiency.
Julie Thiel – is the founder of TTS Company (Thiel Talent Strategy), where she helps owner-led professional services firms navigate the people challenges that show up as they grow. With over 20 years of senior HR leadership experience across technology, consulting, and complex operating environments, Julie focuses on taking people decisions off the owner’s plate, helping managers handle issues with confidence, and putting steady people support in place before growth starts to feel heavier than it should.
This Month’s Agenda:
* 11:00 AM – Doors OPEN, Venue Sponsor – Jeff Colquette
- Lunch Sponsor – Kristin Kingsbury with Barna, Guzy & Steffen
* 11:15 AM – Introduction to Main Street Revolution
* 11:45 AM – Speaker Panel on People!
* 1:00 PM – Open Networking
Don’t miss out! Reserve your spot today!
*There is limited seating, and registration will be closed when we hit our capacity for this event. If this event is SOLD OUT, please contact Melissa at Melissa@ZirbesGroup.com to find out your options.