Eastern Shore SHRM is excited to announce that speaker, Kate Vendemio, Mt. Vernon Consulting, will be speaking about “The Positivity Effect:Powering Performance Through Feedback” on March 24, 2026, from 8:00am – 9:30am. This is a Virtual Event Only. Today’s organizations face constant change, increased pressure, and new demands that require smarter, more adaptable approaches. The session provides participants with strategic insights into common organizational challenges and equips them with forward-thinking approaches to identify opportunities, overcome obstacles, and strengthen overall business resilience.
Kate Vendemio is a seasoned workplace learning consultant, dynamic speaker, and small business owner in the Washington, D.C. area. With two decades of experience, Kate has earned a reputation as a trusted expert in workplace feedback, emotional intelligence, and team collaboration. Her approach blends practical expertise with a deep commitment to fostering workplace excellence, and she is known for her hands-on, experiential learning techniques that engage participants and drive meaningful change.
As the Founder and CEO of Mt. Vernon Consulting, Kate leads a team dedicated to helping organizations unlock their potential through customized training and facilitation. Her firm partners with clients from a range of sectors, including federal agencies, small businesses, and major corporations, delivering solutions that enhance communication and teamwork in both hybrid and in-person environments.
This session will:
- Break down the essential components of positive feedback, demonstrating its link to employee engagement and motivation.
- Explore how consistent, meaningful feedback moves beyond annual reviews to create a workplace where team members feel empowered and appreciated every day. By recognizing and reinforcing positive behavior, we’ll show how this approach strengthens psychological safety, builds confidence, and nurtures a cycle of continuous improvement.
- Help you identify key moments for positive feedback, from major achievements to daily contributions, fostering an environment where everyone is motivated to contribute at their highest level.
This meeting is available Virtually Only.
To register: https://easternshoreshrm.starchapter.com/meetinginfo.php?id=50&ts=1770859514
About Eastern Shore SHRM
Found in 2002, Eastern Shore SHRM is an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management. Whether you are new to the HR field, wear the HR hat in your organization, or have many years of experience, we are a local starting point for networking, information, professional development, and continued support of excellence in Human Resources. Our chapter represents Caroline, Dorchester, Queen Anne, Talbot, Somerset, Wicomico, and Worcester counties in Maryland, Sussex County in Delaware, and the Eastern Shore of Virginia.
