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2025 Tools & Tactics Webinar: Making the Business Case for a Centralized LOA Team

Tuesday, Sept. 23
9:00 am PT | 12:00 pm ET

Managing employee leave of absence (LOA) effectively is crucial for maintaining productivity and employee satisfaction. This webinar will explore the compelling business case for establishing a centralized Leave of Absence team within organizations, regardless of whether your organization manages LOA in-house or is outsourced. Attendees will gain insights into the normal roles performed by an internal LOA team, including collaboration with external administrators, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing support to employees throughout their leave journey. Attendees will also learn best practices for how to appropriately staff and budget for a centralized LOA team based on organizational size and leave incidence.
A centralized LOA team not only streamlines processes but also enhances communication and consistency in managing various types of leave, such as medical, parental, and personal leave. By centralizing these functions, organizations can reduce administrative burdens, improve employee experience, and mitigate risks associated with non-compliance and inconsistent practices. Conversely, the absence of a centralized team can lead to fragmented processes, increased errors, and potential legal liabilities.

Join us for this informative session to understand the strategic advantages of a centralized approach to leave management and how it can contribute to a healthier workplace culture.

Learning Objectives

  • Learn about the key functions of a centralized Leave of Absence team, including coordination with external administrators and compliance management.
  • Explore the benefits of having a centralized LOA team, including improved efficiency, enhanced employee support, and reduced risk of compliance issues.
  • Understand the potential pitfalls and risks associated with not having a centralized LOA team, including fragmented processes and increased legal exposure.

Presented by

Center of Excellence Leader
Marsh McLennan Agency- Absence, Disability and Life
Director of Compliance
Marsh McLennan Agency- Absence, Disability and Life

This session qualifies for the following CEUs:

1 ADMS, 1 CDMS, 1 CLMS, 1 PHR, and 1 SHRM

TO QUALIFY FOR CEUs

  • You must attend the full duration of the webinar. Following the webinar and once attendance has been confirmed, you will receive an email with CEU reporting information.
  • You must register for and watch the webinar individually. Group participation does not qualify for CEU credit.

Exclusively offered by DMEC, the Certified Leave Management Specialist (CLMS) program is the only professional designation of its kind that provides interactive, hands-on training to ensure your programs effectively comply with state and federal leave laws. Learn more about the CLMS program.

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Jennifer Skeeters
Center of Excellence Leader
Marsh McLennan Agency- Absence, Disability and Life

Jennifer Skeeters is the ADL Center of Excellence Leader, specializing in developing best practices, thought leadership and human capital in the Absence, Disability, and Life Practice. Jennifer has supported employers in the administration of their absence and disability programs at MMA as well as at a leading third-party administrator.

Jim Jantz
Jim Jantz, J.D.
Director of Compliance
Marsh McLennan Agency- Absence, Disability and Life

Jim Jantz is the Director of Compliance for the MMA ADL practice, and an attorney with a dedicated focus on compliance within the ADL space. Jim is a designated subject-matter expert on all regulatory issues faced by clients, practice leaders, and account teams, and has a wealth of employer-side experience with LOA team management.

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Center of Excellence Leader
Marsh McLennan Agency- Absence, Disability and Life

Jennifer Skeeters is the ADL Center of Excellence Leader, specializing in developing best practices, thought leadership and human capital in the Absence, Disability, and Life Practice. Jennifer has supported employers in the administration of their absence and disability programs at MMA as well as at a leading third-party administrator.