Ozarks Tech ∙ PD ∙ Summer 2025

Session Format
This is an in-person session. Please join us at the location listed in the session details.

RSVP Instructions
Please RSVP by adding this session to your schedule. The Sched attendee guides provide step-by-step instructions on selecting sessions and viewing your schedule.

Contact Information
If you have any questions or need accommodations to attend this session, please contact the Professional Development Institute at pd@otc.edu or 417-447-4800.

Session Description
Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In this session, we’ll break down the basics of 403(b) and 457 retirement plans—what they are, how they work, and how they can complement your existing retirement system through PSRS or PEERS. Whether you're early in your career or closer to retirement, this session will help you make informed decisions about your financial future.

Session Format
This is a hybrid session. You may attend in person at the location listed in the session details or virtually via Microsoft Teams. To join the virtual session, select the “Video Stream” button before the start of the session.

RSVP Instructions
Please RSVP by adding this session to your schedule. The Sched attendee guides provide step-by-step instructions on selecting sessions and viewing your schedule.

Contact Information
If you have any questions or need accommodations to attend this session, please contact the Professional Development Institute at pd@otc.edu or 417-447-4800.

Session Description
Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In this session, we’ll break down the basics of 403(b) and 457 retirement plans—what they are, how they work, and how they can complement your existing retirement system through PSRS or PEERS. Whether you're early in your career or closer to retirement, this session will help you make informed decisions about your financial future.

Session Format
This is a hybrid session. You may attend in person at the location listed in the session details or virtually via Microsoft Teams. To join the virtual session, select the “Video Stream” button before the start of the session.

RSVP Instructions
Please RSVP by adding this session to your schedule. The Sched attendee guides provide step-by-step instructions on selecting sessions and viewing your schedule.

Contact Information
If you have any questions or need accommodations to attend this session, please contact the Professional Development Institute at pd@otc.edu or 417-447-4800.

Session Description
This session provides a high-level overview of the various parts and coverages of Medicare. Our goal is to simplify the information, bringing clarity and peace of mind to all attendees. We will cover the following questions:

• Who is eligible for Medicare?
• When am I eligible?
• What does Medicare cover?
• What are my coverage options?
• How does retiring affect my options?
• What are my next steps?
• Where can I find more information?

Session Format
This is a hybrid session. You may attend in person at the location listed in the session details or virtually via Microsoft Teams. To join the virtual session, select the “Video Stream” button before the start of the session.

RSVP Instructions
Please RSVP by adding this session to your schedule. The Sched attendee guides provide step-by-step instructions on selecting sessions and viewing your schedule.

Contact Information
If you have any questions or need accommodations to attend this session, please contact the Professional Development Institute at pd@otc.edu or 417-447-4800.

Session Description
Discover how to navigate generational differences for greater success. Learn to bridge communication gaps and leverage diverse perspectives across age groups. Whether you're collaborating with colleagues or leading a team, you'll gain strategies to turn generational differences into a professional advantage. Leave equipped with practical tools to enhance your effectiveness in our multi-generational workplace.

Session Format
This is a hybrid session. You may attend in person at the location listed in the session details or virtually via Microsoft Teams. To join the virtual session, select the “Video Stream” button before the start of the session.

RSVP Instructions
Please RSVP by adding this session to your schedule. The Sched attendee guides provide step-by-step instructions on selecting sessions and viewing your schedule.

Contact Information
If you have any questions or need accommodations to attend this session, please contact the Professional Development Institute at pd@otc.edu or 417-447-4800.

Session Description
Discover how to navigate generational differences for greater success. Learn to bridge communication gaps and leverage diverse perspectives across age groups. Whether you're collaborating with colleagues or leading a team, you'll gain strategies to turn generational differences into a professional advantage. Leave equipped with practical tools to enhance your effectiveness in our multi-generational workplace.

Session Format
This is a hybrid session. You may attend in person at the location listed in the session details or virtually via Microsoft Teams. To join the virtual session, select the “Video Stream” button before the start of the session.

RSVP Instructions
Please RSVP by adding this session to your schedule. The Sched attendee guides provide step-by-step instructions on selecting sessions and viewing your schedule.

Contact Information
If you have any questions or need accommodations to attend this session, please contact the Professional Development Institute at pd@otc.edu or 417-447-4800.