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Have you ever witnessed a change initiative stall—or worse, fail—despite the effort put in to understand the problem and its causes? By the time you get to countermeasures, leaders rush to get results, but employees react with resistance, frustration, or anxiety. Sound familiar? The truth is, nearly all Lean initiatives demand change, yet too often we overlook the human side of implementation. In this session, we’ll flip the perspective and explore change through the eyes of employees. You’ll learn the five essential elements that must be in place for change to succeed—and what happens when even one is missing. We’ll also dive into the critical role of communication, including how to balance telling with listening, and why no change should launch without a clear plan for both. Learning Objectives: A simple, practical model to guide your next change initiative. A clear understanding of the human factors that make or break success. Actionable insights to create change that sticks—and employees who feel engaged, not sidelined. This will be an in-person meeting. Enjoy a light breakfast and network with your Kennebec Valley HR colleagues! Date & Time: Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 7:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. Location: Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine, 205 Church Hill Road, Augusta, ME 04330 REGISTER ONLINE TODAY: Register Now! $30 for SHRM members $40 for non-SHRM members No fee for 2026 KVHRA members with paid dues and meeting bundle (please still register online though!