Free Training for Members

Free Training for Members

At Employers Council, our mission is to partner with employers to grow Exceptional Workplaces. Join us as we explore timely and relevant topics directly impacting your business in the current work environment. The below sessions focus on issues impacting business leaders and human resource departments today—and offer the context and insights you need to craft smart strategies for the future. All sessions below are free for Employers Council members.

2026 Membership Series        Exceptional Workplaces        HR Compliance Connect        Salary Surveys    

2026 Membership Series

Investigations with Impact: Navigating Complaints in CA - February 6
Workplace investigations in California require careful handling and a clear understanding of legal expectations. Gain practical approaches to managing complaints, conducting thorough investigations, and responding appropriately to findings while minimizing risk.
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AI in Recruiting and Hiring - February 20
AI is rapidly reshaping how organizations recruit and hire talent. In this 30-minute webinar, explore practical applications of AI in hiring and key considerations to use these tools responsibly.
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Navigating Payroll Compliance - March 9
Payroll compliance is constantly evolving, and even small missteps can lead to costly consequences. Stay ahead of federal, state, and local regulations that impact payroll as this webinar addresses tax withholding requirements, wage and hour obligations, and key reporting deadlines.
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Building a Positive Workplace Culture: Tools and Best Practices - March 30
Workplace culture is shaped by what leaders do every day. Explore practical tools and best practices, supported by Employers Council resources, to strengthen trust, engagement, and alignment.
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Beyond Breaks: Wage & Hour and Payroll Compliance in California - April 10
California wage and hour and payroll requirements extend well beyond meal and rest break compliance. Examine high-risk compliance areas, common pitfalls, and practical strategies employers can use to strengthen payroll and wage and hour practices.
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EEO-1 Reporting - April 24
EEO-1 reporting is a critical federal compliance requirement for many employers. This session provides clear guidance on reporting obligations, data preparation, and best practices to help organizations submit accurate and compliant reports with confidence.
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Leveraging Technology for Payroll Efficiency - May 11
Technology has transformed the way organizations manage payroll by cutting down on manual work while improving accuracy and security. In this fast-paced session, explore how cloud-based payroll systems, seamless HR and accounting integrations, and strong data-security practices can elevate your entire payroll process.
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Employer Immigration Compliance at a Crossroads: What HR Needs to Know for 2026 and beyond - May 29
Immigration enforcement and worksite compliance have intensified, placing HR teams at the center of increased risk, scrutiny, and operational responsibility. This session equips HR and people leaders with practical guidance to navigate audits, manage foreign national talent, and build compliant, audit-ready processes in a rapidly evolving enforcement environment.
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Retention Strategies that Work- June 12
Retaining top talent requires more than compensation adjustments or reactive solutions. Explore proven, practical strategies employers can use to engage employees, support managers, and create environments where people choose to stay.
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Labor Relations in Focus: Mid-Year Trends and Employer Impact- June 19
Labor relations continue to evolve, creating new considerations for employers navigating employee rights, workplace policies, and compliance risk. This mid-year update breaks down recent NLRB activity and enforcement trends, offering practical insight to help employers adjust strategies and prepare for what’s ahead.
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Exceptional Workplace Series - On Demand

A Holistic Approach to Risk Mitigation
Taking a holistic approach to Risk Mitigation requires proactively addressing organizational threats. 
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Developing Effective Leaders in a Hybrid Environment
Leading a team can be challenging in any environment and hybrid workplaces make it even more complex.
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Making DEI Real in Your Workplace
Creating a workplace where diversity can thrive begins and ends with its culture.
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Managing Employee Burnout and Stress
Unsustainable workloads, doing more with less, and mismatched skills, can all lead to your employees feeling burned out and stressed.
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Strategies for Managing the Business Impacts of Wage Inflation
Managing wage inflation and labor market shortages is making it difficult for organizations to stay competitive.
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Training and Development in the New Workplace
Today, in a post Covid 19 world, learners have new, unique, distinct priorities when it comes to their development.
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Understanding Neurodiversity and Neurodiversity & Communication
In this session, we will define neurodiversity and discuss the spectrum of neurological differences you as an employer might find in your workforce.
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HR Compliance Connect - On Demand

5 More Things Your Employment Attorney Wants You to Know
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of potential legal risks and enhance your HR expertise.
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Beyond Skills Development: The Business Impact of Employee Training
Employee training goes beyond skill-building and is a strategic investment that drives business success.
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Changing Landscapes: Navigating Compliance with Evolving Affirmative Action and Pay Equity Obligations
In this 30-minute webinar, we’ll provide an overview of current obligations and best practices in the areas of affirmative action planning and pay equity analyses. Learn about how to avoid compliance pitfalls and reduce legal risk while promoting fair compensation and hiring practices.
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Common Mistakes in Workplace Investigations
Conducting workplace investigations well requires thoroughness and objectivity. Common missteps can compromise outcomes and create legal risks.
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HR 2026: Strategic Planning for the Year Ahead Webinar
As 2026 approaches, HR leaders must stay ahead of emerging trends and challenges.
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HR Handbooks: Setting the Stage for Onboarding Success
Learn practical strategies for aligning your handbook with hiring practices and creating a strong foundation for new employee success.
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I-9 and Visa Compliance in a New Era Webinar - HR Compliance Connect Series
The incoming administration has promised more restrictive immigration policy and increased worksite enforcement hiring hundreds of investigators. That means employers need to be prepared to respond to I-9 audits, site visits, and investigations. This session with provide best practices to ensure record keeping is compliant and to avoid pitfalls which can result in penalties and worse.
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Navigating the Talent Landscape: Best Practices for Recruiting and Hiring
Attracting and hiring top talent in today’s competitive job market requires a strategic approach.
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Payroll Precision: Unlocking the Secrets to a Flawless Audit
In this informative recorded webinar on conducting payroll audits, we touch on why employers need to perform payroll audits, how to audit payroll, the primary risks of payroll, and payroll audit best practices.
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Top 5 Wage and Hour Pitfalls for Employers
Navigating wage and hour laws can be tricky, and even small mistakes can lead to costly compliance issues.
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Unlocking Employee Engagement: A Look at Total Rewards Strategies
Total Rewards strategies can drive employee engagement and retention.
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Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace - FREE Lunch & Learn
In this informative hour, we’ll cover the benefits of implementing a testing program, navigate key federal and state laws, and explore effective strategies for creating a compliant and impactful workplace policy.
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Compensation Survey Briefings

Colorado Benchmark Survey Briefing
Learn how your organization can make informed planning decisions with HR policies, benefit design, and compensation plans.
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