Berkshire Leaders to Present at SHRM, Regional ILGs

As we wrap up the summer and head into the fall months, Berkshire leaders are busy at work preparing for a number of upcoming speaking engagements, including our President Beth Ronnenburg’s session at SHRM’s annual conference in Las Vegas. 

Coming up this weekend! Beth Ronneburg at SHRM 

Saturday 9/11/21 from 11:30-13:30 Pacific time 

A Year of Change: What Federal Contractors Can Expect from OFCCP in 2021 

Over the last year, we have survived a pandemic, a presidential election and an economic downturn—all of which were underscored by ongoing social upheaval and calls for systemic change. In this context, OFCCP has adapted its regulatory processes to address the shifting landscape. During this session, Berkshire President Beth Ronnenburg will identify OFCCP’s current enforcement priorities, share lessons learned from recent OFCCP compliance reviews, and offer insight into real-world EEO and affirmative action compliance and risk management strategies. 

If you’re attending SHRM this year, this is a session you won’t want to miss! 

Coming up in September! Lynn Clements joins Philadelphia ILG 

Thursday, 9/30/21 from 10-11 am Eastern time 

2021 ILG National Conference Recap – What Are the Trends to Watch in EEO/AA and DEI 

Lynn Clements, of Berkshire Associates, offers her analysis of some of the most important takeaways from the 2021 ILG National Conference, held in Nashville, Tennessee and virtually this year.  What trends kept reappearing throughout the conference agenda? What were the key compliance initiatives that employers should focus on? Attendees can expect to learn about: 

• OFCCP and EEOC enforcement priorities
• Pending regulatory, policy and audit updates, and how you should prepare for any changes
• EEO and DEI trends to watch
• A list of compliance action items for your organization during the Biden administration

This event is virtual, and all are welcome to attend. Register today! 

Also in September: Lynn Clements and Thomas Carnahan join the New Jersey ILG

Friday 9/24/21 from 10-11am Eastern Time

Lessons Learned from Current OFCCP Compensation Reviews 

Identifying potential disparities in compensation remains a top priority for the OFCCP.  Join Berkshire’s Lynn Clements and Dr. Thomas Carnahan for this informative session on how to navigate the pay portion of an OFCCP compliance review.  

Lynn and Thomas will discuss their recent experiences helping employers explain and defend their compensation practices during recent OFCCP compliance reviews in the Pacific region and beyond. The panel will provide insights on the types of questions OFCCP has asked contractors and what contractors can expect from OFCCP statisticians reviewing their data.  

Attendees will leave this session with a list of practical take-aways, including ways to comply with the requirement to annually review your organization’s compensation systems as part of your annual affirmative action program, how to evaluate current risk, and what organizations can do proactively to prepare for OFCCP’s review of pay practices. 

Coming up in October! Lynn Clements and Thomas Carnahan join Orange County ILG 

Wednesday, 10/13/21 from 10-11 am Pacific time 

Lessons Learned from Current OFCCP Compensation Reviews (same topic as New Jersey ILG event)

Identifying potential disparities in compensation remains a top priority for the OFCCP.  Join Berkshire’s Lynn Clements and Dr. Thomas Carnahan for this informative session on how to navigate the pay portion of an OFCCP compliance review.  

Lynn and Thomas will discuss their recent experiences helping employers explain and defend their compensation practices during recent OFCCP compliance reviews in the Pacific region and beyond. The panel will provide insights on the types of questions OFCCP has asked contractors and what contractors can expect from OFCCP statisticians reviewing their data.  

Attendees will leave this session with a list of practical take-aways, including ways to comply with the requirement to annually review your organization’s compensation systems as part of your annual affirmative action program, how to evaluate current risk, and what organizations can do proactively to prepare for OFCCP’s review of pay practices. 

This event is virtual, and all are welcome to attend. Register today! 

Whether you can join us in Vegas, Philly, or the OC, we hope to see you soon!