Event Details

Join Rogue Valley SHRM for a comprehensive 2-hour session focused on the latest HR compliance updates and practical solutions for business owners and HR professionals. Tonya Sowles, MBA, SHRM-SCP will lead this program, providing essential insights into the complexities of HR compliance and how to ensure your business stays up to date with Oregon’s evolving regulations.

Tonya will guide participants through critical areas of HR compliance, offering actionable insights to help organizations remain compliant with state laws and regulations. Her presentation will cover the latest updates and compliance requirements on key topics such as Paid Leave Oregon, Oregon Saves, Oregon Sick Time, and more. In addition, key legislative updates, managing employee performance, workplace harassment, and best practices for policy alignment with legal requirements will be discussed.This program is designed to provide actionable insights and practical advice.

This program includes a dedicated Q&A session where attendees can ask Tonya questions about specific HR challenges, gaining clarity on complex compliance issues.

Program Learning Objectives:

Participants will:

1. Understand and Implement Key HR Compliance Requirements: Understand the latest updates to Paid Leave Oregon, Oregon Saves, and Oregon Sick Time, ensuring your business stays compliant with state laws.
2. Navigate HR Challenges Effectively: Learn strategies for addressing common HR pitfalls and regulatory challenges that businesses often face.
3. Apply Best Practices for HR Policies: Discover best practices for developing and updating HR policies that align with current regulations and support organizational goals.

About Presenter: 

Tonya Sowles, CEO and founder of Sowles Consulting brings the experience and knowledge from more than 20 years of business management to small businesses. Tonya is a Senior Certified Professional through the Society for Human Resource Management and a Speak to Inspire Method™ Certified Speaker and Facilitator. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management and Master’s Degree in Business Administration.

Tonya utilizes her passion for Human Resources to help businesses create and maintain an engaged and loyal workforce.

She’s managed a multi-million dollar small business, spearheaded cutting edge processes that transformed an archaic and outdated system into streamlined and efficient digital operations. Tonya has also extensive experience leading training classes and speaking on stages on the topics of professionalism, systems, customer service, employee engagement.