- Understand frameworks that explain how individuals and teams respond to change.
- Apply practical strategies to address resistance and reduce disruption during transitions.
- Strengthen communication skills to clearly and empathetically guide staff through change.
- Identify and assess laboratory hazards using practical risk assessment methods.
- Select and implement effective controls tailored to specific lab environments.
- Strengthen overall lab safety culture through peer-shared practices and applied strategies.
- Compare strengths and limitations of HPLC versus UHPLC for different applications.
- Select the right LC methods to optimize performance, efficiency, and reliability.
- Apply best practices for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting LC systems.
- Develop tools to evaluate resumes and design effective interview questions.
- Build structured onboarding plans that integrate new hires smoothly into the team.
- Gain confidence in selecting and retaining top talent to drive laboratory excellence.
- Recognize how cognitive biases influence safety decisions and risk perception.
- Use storytelling techniques to communicate complex safety information effectively.
- Apply strategies to reduce misunderstandings and foster a culture of informed decision-making.
- Identify the most common CLIA deficiencies cited in laboratory inspections and understand the underlying causes behind them.
- Apply practical strategies and tools to maintain continuous compliance with personnel, quality systems, and proficiency testing requirements.
- Develop a leadership-driven action plan to foster a culture of compliance readiness and reduce the risk of future deficiencies.
EXPERT-LED Workshops
Expert-led workshops offer in-depth, activity-based learning with practical takeaways you can apply immediately to strengthen your leadership, safety practices, and lab operations.
Workshops will be presented on Monday, April 20, 2026.
Six Specialized Workshops to Choose From
MORNING WORKSHOP | Option A
Instructor
Scott Hanton, PhD
Editorial Director at Lab Manager
Date & Time
April 20, 9:00 - 11:15 am
Cost
$189 USD
Registrants will earn a certificate of completion from Lab Manager Academy for completing this workshop.
Don’t let change derail your team—build the confidence and tools to lead transitions smoothly. Reserve your spot today and turn uncertainty into opportunity.
Limited spots available. Register early to guarantee your participation.
Leading Change With Confidence
Proudly presented by Lab Manager Academy
Overview
This valuable workshop helps lab leaders build the skills needed to guide their teams through change. Attendees will explore frameworks for understanding how people respond to change, practice strategies for addressing resistance, and learn techniques to communicate transitions clearly and empathetically. By attending, attendees will gain step-by-step approaches that they can immediately apply to minimize resistance, maintain productivity, and keep their teams motivated through any transition.
Who should attend?
Lab managers and other leaders tasked with guiding teams through operational and structural transitions, as well as senior directors and executives responsible for initiating and overseeing large-scale organizational change.
Key learnings
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
MORNING WORKSHOP | OPTION B
Instructor
Jonathan Klane, M.S.Ed., CIH, CSP, CHMM, CIT
Storytelling Consultant
Date & Time
April 20, 9:00 - 11:15 am
Cost
$189 USD
Take control of risks before they become incidents. Join this workshop to elevate your safety program and protect your team where it matters most.
Limited spots available. Register early to guarantee your participation.
From Hazards to Controls: Applying Risk Assessment in the Lab
Proudly presented by Lab Manager Academy
Overview
This interactive workshop equips lab leaders with practical tools to evaluate and manage risks before they become incidents. Through group activities, interactive exercises, and peer-to-peer sharing, attendees will explore how to choose and apply the right methods to uncover hazards and implement effective controls. Participants will leave with practical experience and insights from both their peers and a seasoned expert instructor, ready to strengthen safety practices in their own laboratories.
Who should attend?
This workshop is designed for lab managers, safety managers, and other leaders responsible for protecting staff and ensuring a strong safety culture in their laboratories.
Key learnings
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
MORNING WORKSHOP | OPTION C
Instructor
Kevin A. Schug, PhD
Shimadzu Distinguished Professor of Analytical Chemistry
The University of Texas at Arlington
Date & Time
April 20, 9:00 - 11:15 am
Cost
$189 USD
Through expert insights and interactive discussion, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how to leverage LC methods for reliable results, higher efficiency, and broader scientific impact.
Limited spots available. Register early to guarantee your participation.
Liquid Chromatography in Action: Techniques, Applications, and Best Practices
Proudly presented by Separation Science
Overview
Liquid chromatography (LC) remains one of the most versatile tools in the laboratory, with applications that span pharmaceuticals, environmental analysis, food safety, biotechnology, and beyond.This workshop will explore the full range of LC techniques and their uses. Attendees will compare the strengths and requirements of HPLC versus UHPLC, learn how to select the right method for their application, and discover practical tips to maximize performance across platforms.
Who should attend?
Lab managers, analytical chemists, and technical staff responsible for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting chromatography systems in research, quality control, or production environments.
Key learnings
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
AFTERNOON WORKSHOP | OPTION A
Instructor
Scott Hanton, PhD
Editorial Director at Lab Manager
Date & Time
April 20, 1:30 - 3:45 pm
Cost
$189 USD
Registrants will earn a certificate of completion from Lab Manager Academy for completing this workshop.
Build stronger teams from day one. Learn proven strategies to hire with confidence and onboard for long-term success. Reserve your seat today.
Limited spots available. Register early to guarantee your participation.
Strategic Hiring & Onboarding for Lab Leaders
Proudly presented by Lab Manager Academy
Overview
This hands‑on workshop equips lab managers with proven tools to recruit, hire, and onboard top talent. Participants will practice evaluating resumes, crafting effective interview questions, and designing onboarding plans through instructor-led exercises and group collaboration. Attendees leave with ready-to-use interview guides, onboarding frameworks, and confidence in selecting and integrating new team members to drive laboratory excellence.
Who should attend?
Lab managers, operations leaders, or departmental managers who oversee staffing, talent integration, and team performance.
Key learnings
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
AFTERNOON WORKSHOP | OPTION B
Instructor
Jonathan Klane, M.S.Ed., CIH, CSP, CHMM, CIT
Storytelling Consultant
Date & Time
April 20, 1:30 - 3:45 pm
Cost
$189 USD
Transform the way you communicate and decide on safety—gain tools to reduce risks and improve your lab’s culture.
Limited spots available. Register early to guarantee your participation.
Strengthening Safety Through Clear Communication and Decision-Making
Proudly presented by Lab Manager Academy
Overview
This engaging workshop helps lab leaders strengthen how they communicate risk and guide safety decisions. Through group activities and peer discussion, participants will examine how cognitive biases shape judgment, how storytelling can be used to make complex information more relatable, and how uncertainty influences decision-making. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to improve communication, reduce misunderstandings, and foster a stronger culture of safety in their labs.
Who should attend?
Lab managers, safety managers, supervisors, and other lab leaders accountable for implementing a strong safety culture in the lab.
Key learnings
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
AFTERNOON WORKSHOP | OPTION C
Instructor
TBD
Date & Time
April 20, 1:30 - 3:45 pm
Cost
$189 USD
Equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to protect your medical laboratory from CLIA deficiencies and strengthen overall operational performance.
Limited spots available. Register early to guarantee your participation.
Staying Ahead of CLIA: In-Depth Strategies for Compliance and Avoiding Deficiencies
Proudly presented by Today's Clinical Lab
Overview
This interactive workshop will provide lab leaders and managers with proven strategies to strengthen their compliance programs and avoid CLIA deficiencies. Drawing on real-world case studies, our instructor will highlight common pitfalls uncovered during CLIA inspections and demonstrate practical solutions that can be implemented without disrupting day-to-day operations. Attendees will also explore the role of leadership in building a culture of accountability and continuous readiness, ensuring that compliance is not treated as an occasional event but as a sustainable, organization-wide practice.
Who should attend?
Clinical laboratory directors, managers, supervisors, and compliance officers responsible for maintaining CLIA readiness, overseeing quality systems, and ensuring regulatory compliance in their laboratories.
Key learnings
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
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