Hot Topics from the CEAC Management Hotline

The webinar is provided quarterly at no cost to EAC members. This webinar will be the final program for 2021.

Anita York, one of the CEAC Hot Line attorneys, will share some of the most current and frequently asked questions and answers from the “Management Hotline”.

Title: “Hot Topics from the CEAC Management Hotline”

Date: Thursday, October 21, 2021

Time: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Presenter: Anita York, attorney with Scott & Whitehead

Registration is required. Click on link:
https://s7291034.sendpul.se/sl/MjEwMDM0MjI=/c37419bae1c0981356aab9da8ecdc46835431s4

I-9/E Verify Information (Rea Bisa)

The West Inland Empire Employer Advisory Council
in partnership with the Employment Development Department present

I-9/E-Verify Information

Wednesday, September 18, 2019 11:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Topic The Form I‐9 presentation is an overview of the employment eligibility verification process, including:

  • Features of the Form I‐9.
  • Step‐by‐step instructions.
  • Form I‐9 retention and storage.
  • Form I‐9 best practices.
  • Form I‐9 and E‐Verify.

Speaker Rea Bisa is a management and program analyst in the Outreach Branch, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services(USCIS), Verification Division. She has a degree in law. As part of the Outreach Branch, she provides training and education to employers and the public on programs supported by the Verification Division. This includes: E‐Verify, Form I‐9, and myE‐Verify. Ms. Bisa has worked on an array of labor and employment matters, such as employment discrimination, harassment and retaliation.

Additional Information Annual membership fee is $65 and includes reduced rate at events and access to the CEAC Management Hotline. Late registration and payments not received or postmarked by September 13, 2019 will be charged an additional $20 per person on day of event. If you make a reservation and do not attend, you will be billed unless you cancel by Friday, September 13, 2019. Funds collected exceeding the seminar cost will support future seminars or community employment and training opportunities.

This employer seminar is provided for educational and informational purposes only; it does not constitute an endorsement of the curriculum or speakers by the State of California Employment Development Department (EDD) or by the West Inland Empire Employer Advisory Council (EAC). Aside from staff designated to represent the EDD, we assume no responsibility for the accuracy, legality, or content of the materials provided during this event.

The EDD, an equal opportunity employer/program, is a partner in this event. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Requests for services, aids, and/or alternate formats need to be made prior to the event by calling 1‐909‐948‐6635 (voice). TTY users, please call the California Relay Service at 711.


Location: Ontario Gateway Hotel 2200 East Holt Blvd. Ontario, CA 91761

Check-in: 11:30 a.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. Program: 11:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.

Cost: $50 Nonmembers $30 Members

R.S.V.P. Andrew Kamara‐Kay andrew.kamarakay@edd.ca.gov 1‐909‐948‐6635 phone 1‐909‐941‐1676 fax

Space is limited.

Must register by Friday, September 13, 2019. No refunds after Friday, September 13, 2019. Registration fee includes refreshments, lunch, seminar materials, and parking.

Payment and/or registration for this event available through: Eventbrite at wieeac.eventbrite.com.
Make checks payable to: WIEEAC
Mail with registration form to: West Inland Empire EAC P.O. Box 1072 Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729

Workplace Harassment Prevention Training for Non-Supervisory Employees (Bill Betley)

New Law! – California SB 1343, effective January 1st, 2020 requires all companies with 5 employees or more to offer sexual harassment prevention to all non-supervisory employees within 6 months of hire.

William Betley practices in all areas of employment law, including unlawful harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination, employee classification, and wage and hour.

Mr. Betley is a frequent speaker on numerous employment issues, such as unlawful harassment, disability discrimination, leaves of absence workplace violence, employment handbooks and hiring and firing issues.

Sexual Harassment Prevention Training for Supervisors (Bill Betley)

Sexual Harassment Prevention Training for Supervisors

New Law! – AB 1825 was recently amended by SB 1343, which makes it mandatory for companies with 5 or more employees to provide sexual harassment prevention training to both supervisory and non-supervisory employees every 2 years. Employers must be compliant by January 1st, 2020.

William Betley practices in all areas of employment law, including unlawful harassment, discrimination, wrongful termination, employee classification, and wage and hour.

Mr. Betley is a frequent speaker on numerous employment issues, such as unlawful harassment, disability discrimination, leaves of absence workplace violence, employment handbooks and hiring and firing issues.

Legal and Business Pitfalls That Can Decrease Your Bottom Line and Increase Your Blood Pressure

The West Inland Empire Employer Advisory Council in partnership with the Employment Development Department present

Legal and Business Pitfalls That Can Decrease Your Bottom Line and Increase Your Blood Pressure

Wednesday, May 15, 2019

Topic Today’s business owners and human resource professionals must be able to cover a myriad of issues from insurance and financial controls, to the protection of trade secrets and compliance with California’s burdensome employment laws. In this informative seminar, employment law attorney Jonathan Fraser Light will provide an overview of the key topics causing the most headaches for employers.

Speaker Jon Light has more than 30 years of experience in the field of employment law, is AV-rated by Martindale Hubbell, and has been named multiple times as one of Southern California’s “Super Lawyers” by Los Angeles Magazine. As the managing attorney at LightGabler, Jon and his team members consult with over 1,500 companies throughout California regarding their day-to-day employment law needs. Jon graduated from the UCLA School of Law where he was a member of the Law Review.

Additional Information Annual membership fee is $65 and includes reduced rate at events and access to the CEAC Management Hotline. Late registration and payments not received or postmarked by May 10, 2019 will be charged an additional $20 per person on day of event. If you make a reservation and do not attend, you will be billed unless you cancel by Friday, May 10, 2019.

Funds collected exceeding the seminar cost will support future seminars or community employment and training opportunities.

This employer seminar is provided for educational and informational purposes only; it does not constitute an endorsement of the curriculum or speakers by the State of California Employment Development Department (EDD) or by the West Inland Empire Employer Advisory Council (EAC). Aside from staff designated to represent the EDD, we assume no responsibility for the accuracy, legality, or content of the materials provided during this event.

The EDD, an equal opportunity employer/program, is a partner in this event. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Requests for services, aids, and/or alternate formats need to be made prior to the event by calling 1-909-948-6632 (voice). TTY users, please call the California Relay Service at 711.


Location: Ontario Gateway Hotel 2200 East Holt Blvd. Ontario, CA 91761

Check-in: 11 a.m. Lunch: 11 a.m. Program: 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Cost: $50 Nonmembers $30 Members

R.S.V.P. Martha Perez Martha.Perez@edd.ca.gov 1-909-948-6632 phone 1-909-941-1676 fax

Fees for this seminar may be tax deductible. Check with your tax consultant for details.

Space is limited.

Registration fee includes refreshments, lunch, seminar materials, and parking. Payment and/or registration for this event available through: Eventbrite at wieeac.eventbrite.com. Make checks payable to: WIEEAC Mail with registration form to: West Inland Empire EAC PO Box 1072

Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91729

DE 8132A Rev. 12 (3-17) CU/MACS

WIEEAC’s Martha Estrella-Perez Awarded 2019 Outstanding EAC Coordinator

At the 2019 CEAC Conference in Monterey, California, our own Martha Estrella-Perez was awarded Outstanding EAC Coordinator.

Her commitment to aiding the employer community as well as her dedication to helping the board achieve their goals were no doubt contributing factors of the award. A wonderful accolade for both Martha and the entire WIEEAC Board of Directors.

CEAC Conference

From Wednesday, May 1, to Friday, May 3, Members of the WIEEAC Board of Directors attended the CEAC Annual Conference in Monterey, California. The theme of the event was, “Navigating Your Course” and included Keynote Presentations, Workshops, the CEAC Veterans Employer of the Year Luncheon, the CEAC Awards and Recognition Program, and much more.

A highlight of the event was when WIEEAC Board Member Martha Estrella-Perez was awarded this year’s Outstanding EAC Coordinator. 

Continue reading below to find out more about the event.

Take a look at some more photos from the event:

CEAC Annual Conference May 2019 – “Navigating Your Course”

Wednesday

Welcome Hospitality – “Meet the Crew – Bonfire on the Beach”

Pre- conference event hosted by Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo (AALRR). This allowed for some networking and camaraderie before the conference began.                             

 Thursday

Welcome and Opening Remarks from John Bottari, CEAC President   

Keynote Presentation: – “Message in a Bottle: Avoid Unconscious Bias” –  James W. Potts, JD, CEO, Potts & Associates, LLC 

James W. Potts is a 35 year HR professional, Juris Doctorate, expert witness, LA Talk readio host, author, former Master Teacher and Reserve Captain with the Sheriff’s Department. He fights on behalf of employers in front of the EEOC, DFEH, DLSE, DOL, EDD, and other agencies. Mr. Potts has a B.A. in history and earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of West Los Angeles Law School. He is a certified mediator and expert witness specializing in employment law and workplace rights.

Workshop Sessions – A total of 6 workshop sessions offered and 1 all day EAC Coordinator workshop.

SESSION 1:                                        

  • Chart Your Way to Compliance: 1-9 Updates & E-Verify Rules & Regulations – John Ordunez,U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security
  • Calm Water Awaits: Understand the Intersection of Leave Laws: – Amber Solano, AALRR
  • For EDD Staff Only:    EAC Coordinator Workshop: – Rick Macias, EDD/CEAC State Coordinator

CEAC Veterans Employer of the Year Luncheon 

The California Employer Advisory Council (CEAC) Veterans Employer of the Year Awards recognizes employers who consistently demonstrate positive policies toward U.S. Veterans in hiring and promotion, as well as through employee retention efforts, ongoing training, and benefits.

SESSION 2:                                   

  • All Hands on Deck: Addressing Inequities in the Workplace – Paul Fleck, AALRR
  • Neptune’s Solution: Conflict Resolution  – Carol Marzouk, Leadership N Soul
  • For EDD Staff Only:  EAC Coordinator Workshop – Rick Macias, EDD/CEAC State Coordinator

SESSION 3:                                      

  • Calling all Buccaneers: Common, but Sticky Workplace Scenarios with Real Life Solutions –   William M. Betley, AALRR 
  • Get Out of the Doldrums: Set Sail Toward Successful HR Audits – James W. Potts, JD CEO. Potts & Associates
  • For EDD Staff Only:  EAC Coordinator Workshop, Rick Macias, EDD/CEAC State Coordinator  

Closing Session – Employment Law Update: Captain your Organization to Success: William M. Betley, AALRR            

There have been several changes over the past year that you need to be aware of and understand. Hear about lessons learned from 2018 and employment compliance trends for 2019. Topics that will be highlighted include such topical trends as the compensation crisis, discrimination, new legislation and case law with practical applications to avoid potential penalties and employer liability in the coming year.

CEAC Awards and Recognition Program – (during Thursday dinner)  

The CEAC will recognize those nominees who were selected to receive recognition for Distinguished Service, Outstanding EAC Chair, Outstanding EAC Coordinator, Outstanding EAC, and Outstanding Veterans Committee. All nominees have made California and their community a better place as a result of their leadership, dedication, and hard work. 

Thursday will conclude with dinner and raffle

Friday

Regional Meeting Breakout Sessions

CEAC Business Meeting

The annual CEAC business meeting provides attendees with the opportunity to meet and interact with the CEAC Executive Board.  

This session will be presented by the CEAC President and the Executive Board.