Stressed at Work? Fix the Cause, Not the Symptoms Presented by Alison C. Jones
May 15, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Holiday Inn Express
241 Railway Lane
Hagerstown, MD 21740
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This session goes beneath the surface to uncover what’s really driving workplace stress and how to fix it in a way that actually lasts.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify the underlying drivers of workplace stress
- Assess how stress is showing up in team dynamics and communication patterns
- Apply practical strategies to address root causes - improving clarity, reducing friction, and strengthening team effectiveness
Alison C. Jones is a sustainable leadership strategist, speaker, and coach with deep expertise in organizational development, wellness, and leadership effectiveness. As the founder of Pillars Leadership Group, she helps leaders and organizations reduce burnout, strengthen culture, and create workplaces where people can bring their best energy and do their best work.
Alison holds a master’s degree in applied psychology and brings 30 years of experience working with high-level leaders. She founded the women’s leadership community GLOW, is a TEDx speaker, and is the author of the best-selling book Character Leadership. Alison loves travel, great music, and getting lost in a good book on the beach. She is also a passionate advocate for elephant and rhino conservation - and has yet to figure out how to pass up a chocolate chip cookie.
AGENDA
- Registration, Breakfast, & Networking | 9:00 - 9:30 AM
- CVSHRM Updates | 9:30 - 9:35 AM
- Speaker Presentation | 9:35 - 10:45 AM

Cumberland Valley SHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities. This program is valid for 1 PDC for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification and 1 PDC for HRCI.
CVSHRM Cancelation Policy: Due to planning efforts and costs, refunds will not be offered to for canceled registrations. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]
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$0.00 Member Virtual Attendance
$35.00 Non-Member/Guest In-Person Attendance
$35.00 Non-Member/Guest Virtual Attendance