Fewer, Shorter, Better—Optimizing Meetings For A Healthier Workplace

Meetings are necessary—but without structure, they quickly become a drain on time, energy, and morale. This session shows how HR professionals can lead the charge in transforming meeting culture by implementing simple, sustainable systems that reduce overload, improve communication, and support high-performing teams.

Key Takeaways:

Identify the hidden costs of ineffective meetings across your organization

Learn a system-based approach to meeting structure, roles, and follow-up

Support managers in building consistent, time-saving meeting practices

BIO: ALLISON BLIZZARD

Dr. Allison Blizzard is the founder and CEO of The Blizzard Blueprint, a consulting firm specializing in meeting optimization for small and mid-sized businesses, nonprofits, and institutions of higher education. With over 25 years of leadership experience in international higher education and global strategy, Allison has managed multi-million-dollar budgets, led complex teams, and advised institutions on strategic planning, communication, and operational efficiency.

At The Blizzard Blueprint, she helps organizations transform meetings from time-wasters into focused, goal-driven sessions that increase productivity, engagement, and follow-through. Her custom consulting approach begins with listening—then building a tailored meeting blueprint that reflects each client’s team culture, leadership style, and operational challenges.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Mid-Valley SHRM