Houston LERA 01-19-23

Becoming a FMCS Labor Arbitrator 01/19/2023 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Program We are pleased to feature Arthur Pearlstein, FMCS Director of Arbitration; Beber Helburn, NAA Arbitrator and Mentor; Mickey Brock, Labor Arbitrator and Houston LERA President; and Emily Smith, Executive Director of National LERA. Arthur will provide an overview of the FMCS process and requirements to become an FMCS Labor Arbitrator, the selection process, plus a brief look at Labor Arbitration current issues and the future. Beber will discuss the importance of mentoring, how to obtain a mentor, and the NAA’s diversity efforts. Mickey Brock will describe his journey to become a Labor Arbitrator. Emily Smith will discuss how LERA can be a great resource and networking tool. We will have a brief Greater Houston LERA Chapter business meeting prior to the program (about 10 minutes). Presenters Arthur Pearlstein, FMCS Director of Arbitration Beber Helburn, NAA Arbitrator and Mentor Mickey Brock, Labor Arbitrator and Houston LERA President Emily Smith, Executive Director of National LERA