Classes

The Importance of Representation

11:00 am - 12:30 pm
2025-Ed-Seminar-Wednesday, April 23
Location: Great Hall B
Speakers: Sarah Derry, Abby Lawlor

Sarah Derry and Abby Lawlor, attorneys, will be discussing hot topics in labor law and both how unions can provide effective representation, and how unions can utilize legal representation effectively.

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About the Speakers

Sarah Derry

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Abby Lawlor

Abby is an associate at Barnard Iglitzin & Lavitt and has represented IAFF Locals and other public sector unions across Washington state in contract negotiations and enforcement, ULPs, campaign finance, and other matters. Before entering legal practice, she worked as a union organizer and researcher for almost a decade. workerlaw.com

Today's Classes

Navigating Duty Disability and Survivor Benefits
9:00 - 10:30 am
Location: Meeting Room A-D
An overall picture of services provided by the LEOFF 2 Ombuds program. You will leave with greater knowledge on local, state and federal death and disability …
Maximizing your Deferred Compensation
1:30 - 3:00 pm
Location: Great Hall D
Matt Daley and CJ Harrison from DecisionPoint Financial will discuss ways to maximize your deferred compensation plan. From educating your members on the need and …
Mediation / Arbitration Lessons Learned
1:30 - 3:00 pm
Location: Great Hall B
This class will provide insight into the contract mediation and interest arbitration process. View Materials Here:
Social Media – Sharing with Our Members and the Public
1:30 - 3:00 pm
Location: Meeting Room A-D
A brief history and explanation of our current state of communications and media as well as a clear explanation and understanding of the how and …
LUNCH
12:30 - 1:30 pm
IAFF Wealth Management Initiative
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Great Hall D
IAFF Members have hit the lottery with their career and all the benefits that come with that. Now what do you do to ensure your …
BREAK
10:30 - 11:00 am
WSCFF Cancer Foundation Introduction & PIIERS Update
9:00 - 10:30 am
Location: Great Hall D
An update on the newly established WSCFF Cancer Foundation, including the services we offer, available resources, and how to connect with us. We’ll also …
ULP’s and Grievances – When and How to Use
9:00 - 10:30 am
Location: Great Hall B
This class will focus on identifying whether it is better to pursue a ULP or a grievance (or both). Speakers include: Alex Skalbania and Syd …
Shift Change – Peer Support
7:00 - 8:00 am
Location: Harvest
Shift Change, our peer support program, will occur each morning from 7:00 to 8:00. These gatherings provide an opportunity for you to start your day mindfully, connect …
Utilizing Breathing to Improve Mental and Physical Performance (Practical Portion)
7:00 - 8:00 am
Location: Meeting Room A-D
Participants will receive a BIQ (breathing IQ score) and will be guided through a series of exercises and stretches to help improve breathing function. The …
Building A Peer Support Team Manual/ Guidebook
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Meeting Room A-D
WSCFF Behavioral Health Committee Co-Chair will provide Peer Support Team Manual templates tailored to organizations of varying sizes, outlining essential components and optional additions. Participants …
Power Through Participation – What and Where
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Location: Meeting Room A-D
Presented by Ryan Reese, WSCFF 1st Dist. Rep.
BREAK
3:00 - 3:30pm
Basic Negotiations
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Location: Great Hall B
WSCFF 6th District and 10th District Representatives, Tim Hoover and Chad Blashill, present Basic Negotiations: covering team make-up, proposals, tactics, and everything else you and …
Local Executive Board Operations and Structure
3:30 - 5:00 pm
Location: Great Hall D
Presented by Ricky Walsh, IAFF 7th District Vice President, and Dennis Lawson, WSCFF President, this class will provide an overview of the various roles and …
Honor Guard Training
9:00- 5:00 pm
Location: Meeting Room E-H
This two-day course will prepare Honor Guard members to perform ceremonial duties with the utmost precision and respect at official events, including bell ceremony, Color …