From Rulemaking to Reality: Mid-Year Federal Contractor Compliance Briefing with Bill Doyle, Nita Beecher, and David Cohen, moderated by Sheila Abron
2026-06-09 10:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Virtual
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After a year of unprecedented regulatory proposals and executive action, federal contractors are now operating in a transition period where old rules are fading—but new ones are not fully defined.
This mid-year briefing brings together legal and analytics perspectives to help you understand where things stand today—and where they’re headed.
We’ll explore:
What 2026 legal developments mean in practice, including new contract clauses tied to DEI compliance
The status of fall 2025 proposed rules affecting affirmative action and reporting requirements
Changes to coverage thresholds and compliance triggers under Section 503 and VEVRAA
The evolving enforcement environment, including the potential redistribution of OFCCP responsibilities
How data-driven compliance strategies can help mitigate risk during regulatory uncertainty
If you’re asking “what do we actually need to do right now?”—this session is for you. Join NILG panel members Bill Doyle, Nita Beecher, and David Cohen, moderated by Sheila Abron, as they provide a mid-year update.

Recording: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/U4WLcKPza28Zi345nrmk_pwX-GCzxTsiGBRTgUPehOlSDezdX8EBN_0Dhn-IyvEV.L1fK7bYLd9Yda6_1?startTime=1781017254000

Hiring by Algorithm: The New Rules of AI in Employment
2026-07-14 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
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Artificial intelligence is already embedded in recruiting, screening, interviewing, and performance workflows—but legal, technical, and validity questions remain. This program offers a primer on today’s AI (LLMs, agents, and Automated Employment Decision Tools), explores how bias can hide in AI-driven decisions, and provides practical guidance on implementing AI responsibly—from legal risk controls and bias audits to work redesign and validation.
Presenters: Daniel Mercado (Head of AI, TeachTeam), Sean Fulton (Of Counsel, DLA Piper), Ashley Carr (Partner, DLA Piper), Daniel “DK” Kuang (Director, Resolution Economics), and Meredith Gregston (Of Counsel, DLA Piper), serving as moderator.

Presentation: 260714_DLAPiper_ResEcon_AI
Recording: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/V9jScPIYcAcqDdaF8583UuMtYW4HcHZ5hb0Fft5e7GOl8zqBOkBUBzIaN9E_1MU.XMyI5zlu5So-nn5i?startTime=1784041328000

Space Coast ILG
2026-07-22 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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Virtual Only
Please join us for a virtual Space Coast ILG meeting on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 (11:00 AM–12:00 PM ET).
Roffman Horvitz provide an insightful update on the EEOC’s latest perspectives on employment discrimination law.
Speakers:

Alissa A. Horvitz
Joshua S. Roffman

About the Speakers Alissa A. Horvitz is a Member Attorney and co-founder of Roffman Horvitz, PLC. Alissa has been advising employers for more than 35 years. She has deep experience in advising clients regarding inclusion and diversity programs, federal contractor employment regulations, and analysis of employment data. Alissa particularly enjoys conducting live and web-based training on various employment topics, including lawful inclusion and training programs, applicant tracking, and regulatory compliance.
Joshua S. Roffman is the Managing Attorney and co-founder of Roffman Horvitz, PLC. Josh has been advising employers for more than 20 years. He has deep experience in advising clients regarding pay equity, inclusion and diversity programs, federal contractor employment regulations, and analysis of employment data. Josh combines his understanding of employment law, statistics, and how businesses and organizations operate to develop regressions and other statistical analyses of various employment practices, including compensation, that are tailored to the specific goals and circumstances of the individual client. Josh works closely with his clients to assess how best to run the analyses, which he and the Firm run in-house. James M. McCauley is an Associate Attorney at Roffman Horvitz, PLC. For over six years, James has been advising clients regarding pay equity, inclusion and diversity programs, federal contractor employment regulations, and analysis of employment data. e advises clients on employee data reporting for regulatory authorities, equal opportunity program development, and a wide range of other workforce data initiatives. He develops strategic partnerships with organizations to assess compliance requirements, identify business objectives, and leverage employee information systems.
Please email JAIME.SHIH@L3HARRIS.COM by July 21, 2026 to request the meeting link.

Strengthening the Manufacturing Industry: Recruit, Re-Train, and Retain Valuable Workforce Talent
2026-07-22 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Join ODEP and EARN in Strengthening the Manufacturing Industry: Recruit, Re-Train, and Retain Valuable Workforce Talent
Virtual Only
Manufacturing employers are navigating an evolving landscape in recruiting and maintaining a skilled workforce. Demand for talent remains high, encouraging many manufacturers to focus on retaining experienced workers, investing in upskilling and reskilling efforts, and strengthening pathways to long-term workforce sustainability. Expanding outreach to a wider range of qualified workers, including Americans with disabilities, is becoming an increasingly valuable strategy for building a stable and reliable manufacturing workforce.
Join the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability (EARN) and a representative from The Manufacturing Institute for a free webinar exploring today’s manufacturing landscape. This session will highlight emerging trends and share practical strategies manufacturers can use to strengthen retention, support employee development, and broaden recruitment pipelines. The discussion will also examine how employing people with disabilities, providing effective workplace supports, and offering reskilling opportunities can help employers retain valuable talent and promote long-term workforce stability.
What You Will Learn
– Current industry trends related to recruitment and retention
– Strategies, including upskilling and reskilling, that support long-term workforce stability
– Workplace supports that help workers with disabilities remain and succeed in manufacturing roles
– Practical tools and resources employers can use to strengthen workforce pipelines and retain valuable talent
Speakers:

Ellice Switzer, Extension Associate, Yang-Tan Institute on Employment and Disability
Jordan Morang, Director, Workforce Innovation & Policy, Manufacturing Institute

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Employer Risk & Compliance Conference
2026-07-29 08:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Oakland Community Health Building, 5505 Corporate Drive, Ground Floor, Troy, MI, 48098, United States
Join American Society of Employers and Midwest ILG for an In-person Conference:
The Employer Risk & Compliance Conference is designed for employers managing evolving regulatory requirements. The program focuses on what organizations must do to remain compliant across critical areas such as AI, DEI, immigration, job postings, wage and hour, and OSHA. Featuring national compliance experts, this conference is designed for risk managers, compliance officers, and leaders who oversee enterprise-wide risk and regulatory strategy
8:05 a.m. – 9:05 a.m.
Effective HR Compliance in Today’s Changed Enforcement Landscape
Mickey Silberman, Shareholder, Silberman Law PC
HR compliance and enforcement have shifted significantly under the Trump administration. Federal priorities related to EEO/affirmative action, immigration, wage and hour issues, and other employment regulations continue to evolve, while states are introducing a growing range of compliance requirements tied to AI, pay transparency, and related workplace issues. This session will provide a practical roadmap for navigating the evolving compliance landscape, identifying key priorities across jurisdictions, and implementing strategies that help HR practitioners succeed in their expanding roles.
9:10 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Changes in Approach to Employment Immigration
Alexandra LaCombe, Partner, Fisher & Phillips LLP
Business immigration continues to evolve rapidly, from increased visa scrutiny and heightened worksite enforcement to changes in the H-1B process and compliance requirements. This session will address the most pressing immigration issues impacting employers today: navigating current enforcement trends, managing workforce disruptions, and maintaining compliant immigration programs while meeting critical business needs. Attendees will gain practical insights to navigate today’s complex immigration environment.
10:15 a.m. – 11:05 a.m.
How to Recognize, Prioritize, and Manage AI Risk
Dan (dk) Kuang, Ph.D., Director, Resolution Economics
Brian Marentette, Ph.D., Director, People Insights, Berkshire Associates
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is advancing at a blistering pace and with all the potential upside, many companies are going all in on AI with their most important asset–their workforce. So far, successful AI adoption has been mixed, and compliance requirements continue to heighten along with legal liability. While this may seem concerning, there is a win-win-win strategy that HR professionals can adopt to thread this needle. In this session, participants will gain practical insight into successful AI implementation, understand outside tool issues, and learn what will create efficiencies in the HR workflow. Participants will also understand the application of AI in difficult and high-stake personnel decision making (e.g., recruitment, compensation) and common pitfalls to avoid.
11:10 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Preparing for Local Compliance Challenges
Bill Osterndorf, Vice President at Ellen Shong & Associates, LLC
Equal employment opportunity compliance requirements involving state and local units of government can be difficult for employers to navigate. These requirements differ between jurisdictions, and employers may be subject to conflicting mandates. During this session, we will cover various types of state and local compliance issues that employers face, differences between federal compliance mandates and state and local mandates, and share sources of information for state and local requirements.
1:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m.
Managing the Expanding Patchwork of Pay Transparency Requirements
Annette Tyman, Partner, Seyfarth Shaw LLP
Pay transparency requirements continue to expand across the U.S., and the resulting regulatory landscape is anything but uniform. Employers face a patchwork of state and local rules that vary widely in scope, expectations, and enforcement. This session will outline key jurisdictions with pay transparency mandates, highlight the risks and penalties associated with non‑compliance, and explore practical strategies for building a cohesive national approach.
1:55 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.
Lawful Diversity is Good; Unlawful Diversity is Evil
Allisa A. Horvitz, Member Attorney, Roffman Horvitz
Diversity has been under attack since January 2025. Executive Order 11246 was revoked and initiatives that were lauded only a few years ago are causing regulators to withhold billions in government funds and agency approvals. Given the confusion, participants will learn the difference between lawful and unlawful diversity, how to implement programs designed to attract a diverse workforce while complying with equal opportunity laws, and how to maintain programs aimed at retaining employees who share the organization’s commitment to inclusion.
3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Leading Compliance Given All the Uncertainties
Lauren Hicks, Shareholder, Ogletree Deakins
Leading compliance is extremely complicated given all the stakeholders and the need for collaboration throughout the organization. This session will provide additional insights and pressure points reemphasizing the hot topics compliance leaders need to prioritize and will discuss situations that can unexpectedly arise and possible strategies to overcome them.
Early Bird Pricing: ILG members can attend for $109 with coupon code ILG2026 through June 26th; After June 26th: ILG members can attend for $129 with coupon code ILG2026
Hotel Accommodations: Rooms are available at the Embassy Suites in Troy, Michigan at a special rate of $169 for conference attendees.
Event Location: Oakland Community Health Building 5505 Corporate Drive, Ground Floor, Troy, MI 48098
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Empowering Your Workforce: Strategic Veteran Recruitment Strategies
2026-08-11 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
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Virtual Only
Join us for an insightful presentation by the US Department of Labor’s Veterans’ Employment and Training Service (VETS), led by Regional Veterans’ Employment Coordinator, Matthew Passmore. This session will provide employers with comprehensive strategies to effectively recruit, hire, train, and retain Veterans. Discover how to leverage federal, state, and local resources to streamline your recruitment processes, reduce costs, and strategically address skill gaps. Enhance your Veteran recruitment practices and unlock the potential of Veteran talent in your workforce.

Presentation: NILG-VETS-Strategic Veteran Recruitment Strategies (11AUG26)v4
Recording: https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/kWFgp92tUYMNOSwUp4zI419nXhmFHTLhxMddzd_8zOcBGZKK4x_V2-D4vc8P2iEo.XWDP1vMGh5pWlrXV?startTime=1786460474000

Space Coast ILG - September 10, 2026
2026-09-10 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
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Virtual Only
We hope you will be able to join us for the next webinar on Thursday, September 10th from 11am to Noon Eastern.
AI in HR: What Leaders and Practitioners Need to Know Now
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping HR, creating new tools that promise greater efficiency and less bias. At the same time, AI introduces significant legal, compliance, and ethical considerations that HR professionals cannot afford to overlook. Join Michelle Duncan, a seasoned employment lawyer who routinely advises employers on the use of AI, for a practical, real-world overview of how AI is being used in HR, the evolving regulatory landscape, and concrete steps organizations can take to leverage AI while minimizing risk. Whether your organization is taking its first steps with AI-powered tools in HR or is already leveraging them, this session will provide real-world insights and practical knowledge needed to make informed decisions and navigate this fast-changing landscape with confidence.
Speaker:

Michelle Duncan, Principal attorney with Silberman Law, PC

Please email Jaime.Shih@L3Harris.com if you would like an invitation to the webinar
