In 2021, the California Court of Appeal ruled in All of Us or None of Us v. Hamrick that an individual’s date of birth (DOB) and driver’s license (DL) could no longer be used to identify criminal defendants in public records. The redaction of DOB and DL numbers in the state of California has caused delays and increased turnaround times for background check results. Efficient and timely background checks are essential to any hiring process and delays affect the employer, anxiously awaiting candidates, and the overall candidate experience. To help us understand California’s DOB redaction changes, impact, and what can be done to address these hurdles, we’re bringing in our partners from InformData for a webinar exploring: (1) Overview of California’s recent decision to remove DOB, (2) Explore the impact and who it affects today, (3) Understand what can be done to help mitigate the effect, and (4) How employers in other states can prepare for potential future legislation changes.

“HR Modernization” — a term frequently used but rarely fully explored. It involves everything from streamlining processes to leveraging technological advancements, yet few actually put it to practice. Why? To help answer that question and unpack HR Modernization, what it is and where to start, we’re bringing back, MSI Surfaces’ Global Head of HR, Chris Courneen. In this HR at the Table webinar episode, we’ll explore: (1) HR’s role in HR modernization, (2) Expectations for HR teams embracing HR modernization, (3) How and where to leverage technical advancements and solutions, and (4) When good, old-fashioned HR work is still best!

The average U.S. enterprise wastes up to $4.5 million in productivity annually by failing to preserve and share knowledge (Panopto). Capturing institutional knowledge is a daunting task for most HR leaders, but it doesn’t have to be. We invited Elizabeth Boyd, Talent Development and Learning Owner at TalentLab, to discuss the importance of cultivating and creating an effective knowledge management strategy. In this HR at the Table webinar episode, we’ll explore: (1) Identifying institutional knowledge within your organization, (2) Knowledge management processes and initiatives, and (3) Creating a collaborative knowledge management culture.

“You’re only as good as your team.” You’ve heard the phrase a million times. You know that one of the most defining factors to success is teamwork. But building a successful, high-performing team is about more than organizing a group of skilled professionals. It requires diversity, equity, and inclusion to achieve synergy. Cultivating diversity in your organization requires ongoing commitment. We invited Esther Ayorinde-Iyamu, Founder of GrowthQ, and Symphone’e Lindsey, Senior Director of HR at Twilio, to discuss the qualities of high-performing teams and how to unlock your team’s full potential. In this HR at the Table webinar episode, we’ll explore: (1) Essential qualities of dynamic, high-performing teams, (2) The role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in success, and (3) Unlocking your team's potential through diversity.

You’ve heard of quiet quitting, the great resignation, and all the other trendy buzzwords created to describe the same thing: dissatisfied employees. After the COVID-19 pandemic, people were burnt out. Employees quit in herds seeking different opportunities, safer working conditions, and simply, better treatment. Building a healthy workplace requires HR leaders to evaluate and address the hidden employee experience, including the emotional and psychological needs of their organization. To discuss the importance of promoting psychological safety and empathy in the workplace, we’re hosting Dr. Jennifer Fairweather, Chief Human Resources Officer at Jefferson County. In this HR at the Table webinar, we’ll explore: (1) The post-pandemic hiring landscape, (2) Uncovering “hidden” employee needs, and (3) Navigating and resolving negative employee experiences.

Resilience and self-compassion — two words you wouldn’t naturally pair together, yet they’re entirely dependent on one another. Join us and previous HR at the Table guest, Stacie Baird, as we discuss the balancing act between resilience and self-compassion, including their vital role in today’s dynamic workplace. In this HR at the Table webinar episode, we’ll explore: (1) The balance between resilience and self-compassion, (2) Resilience and self-compassion in today’s work environment, and (3) Strategies for fostering resilience and self-compassion in your workplace.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recently announced the sunsetting of Form I-9 COVID-19 flexibilities. The I-9 flexibilities were initially launched in March 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and were extended until now. With the temporary flexibilities scheduled to expire on July 31, 2023, employers that have been taking advantage of such flexibilities provided by DHS and ICE will have until August 30, 2023 to ensure that all required physical inspection of identity and employment eligibility documents is completed. Join us and our Form I-9 friends, Mitratech, on July 20th at 2PM EST, to learn how the Form I-9 flexibility changes may affect you, including: (1) What DHS and ICE flexibilities were previously available, (2) How to know if you’re affected by such changes, and (3) Steps to take by sunset date.

In the past few years, we have seen a significant shift in companies prioritizing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. While this re-prioritization has been undeniably needed, it has emphasized another necessary people management component: Culture Intelligence. Understanding how to create a culture that embraces, encourages, and appreciates diverse cultures, people, and passions is the challenge company leaders often face today. To explore How Culture Intelligence Drives Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, we’re hosting Natasha Berry, Vice President of Human Resources at Smith & Nephew. Join us August 15th at 2PM EST to discuss: (1) Why culture intelligence matters in the workplace, (2) Defining culture intelligence for your organization, and (3) Creating an atmosphere of awareness and acceptance.

While the talent market is unpredictable, one thing is for sure: the digital world is here to stay. The stakes are higher than ever for HR leaders to attract top talent, and passive hiring and retention strategies are no longer enough. How can organizations find and keep the best employees — all while giving the best candidate and employee experience? To explore The Digital Age: Recruitment, Retention, and the Employee Experience, we invited Jess Miller-Meller, Chief Innovation Officer at Workology. Join us September 19th at 2PM EST to discuss: (1) Digitizing your recruitment, hiring, and retention processes, (2) Unique recruitment strategies for a positive candidate experience , and (3) Transitioning from the candidate experience to the employee experience.

Business can sometimes feel like survival of the fittest. In the past, many people adopted a mentality that you must be detached and, in a way, remove any and all emotions in order to lead successfully. While we have made significant progress in how we view leadership, our world is still opening up to a new paradigm: leading with the heart. We invited Cheryl DeSantis, Author and Chief People Officer at National Veterinary Associates, to share the essential principles of heart-centered leadership. Join us on October 17 at 12PM ET to explore Soft Heart, Steel Backbone: Tapping Into Empathic Leadership. In this HR at the Table webinar, we’ll discuss: (1) The role of the head and the heart in successful leaders, (2) Key elements of heart-centered leadership, (3) Prioritizing people over profit and production, and (4) Unlocking employee talent and maximizing success.