Speaker

An HR practitioner for over 25 years, Michael VanDervort specializes in creating thriving workplaces driven by positive associate relations.

Michael is the Executive Director of CUE Inc., a non-profit, member run organization dedicated to assisting companies in the creation and maintenance of positive working environments.  Before joining CUE, Michael was the Manager, Labor Relations for Publix Super Markets, based in Lakeland, Florida.  Michael is also a volunteer leader for the Society of Human Resources Management, currently serving a term on their Special Expertise panel on Labor Relations.

An accomplished social media user, Michael was responsible for implementing the initial social media efforts at one of the largest grocery retailers in North America.  Michael was recently chosen for the 6^th time to serve as part of the blogging and social media team for the SHRM Annual Conference & Exposition.