Press release

Learn about social media in the workplace and how to shape your company's policy in August 4 webinar

Glen Rock, N.J.—July 28, 2009 The use of Twitter, Facebook, blogs, wikis and other social media is growing rapidly, leaving many companies scrambling to figure out how to create workplace policies regarding the use of these technologies.

If you're not sure where to begin in developing your company's guidelines, then join Alison Davis, company founder and frequent speaker on HR communication, and Rexford H. Stephens, Partner, Baker Hostetler, in a 90-minute interactive webinar sponsored by the Institute of Management and Administration (IOMA):

Social Media in the Workplace: The Risks, The Benefits & How to Shape Your Company's Policy
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET)

In this IOMA learning session, Alison and Rexford will provide an overview of social media and outline the risks and benefits associated with employees using it in the workplace. They will also show you how to:

• Define clear guidelines that promote acceptable, productive usage
• Integrate social media into your employee communication
• Protect your brand by monitoring user-generated content
• Deal with emerging issues such as harassment, bullying and confidentiality

For more details and to register, visit the IOMA web site.

Davis & Company helps leading organizations reach, engage and motivate their employees. Our clients include Eaton, ITT, Johnson & Johnson, PepsiCo, Pfizer, Rogers Communications and Tyco International. Founded in 1984, the firm also offers web-based workshops and publications on employee communication and HR/benefits communication. For more information, visit: www.davisandco.com