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Upcoming Events in 2026

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Empowering Employers with Clear, Timely HR and Employment Law Guidance

The East Ventura County Employer Advisory Council (EVC EAC) is an independent, non-profit organization committed to supporting local employers and strengthening workplace practices across the region. Our work centers on two primary functions.

We educate employers on how to navigate employment-related challenges with confidence and clarity. Through low-cost, timely seminars, we provide access to HR best practices, California employment law updates, emerging legislation, and practical guidance for managing today’s workforce.

We collaborate with experienced HR professionals, employment attorneys, business leaders, and community partners to deliver relevant insights and resources. These relationships ensure that our members receive accurate information, practical strategies, and opportunities to connect with experts who understand the needs of California employers.

The East Ventura County EAC is led by a volunteer board of directors representing the business community. Our board members are dedicated to helping organizations stay informed, compliant, and prepared for the evolving landscape of employment in California.

November 2026 Event

The 2027 Employment Law Update – Written by Actual Humans – Not AI (Yet!)

The 2027 Employment Law Update Written by Actual Humans and Not AI Yet, by Jonathan Fraser Light at LightGabler, LLP

Event Sponsors

Thank you to our local partners for sponsoring our events

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Withrow Employment Law, PC logo
Withrow Employment Law, P.C
Global Immigration Partners logo
Sprocket Websites logo
BBSI logo
Cheesecake Factory logo
Profit Strategies, Inc. logo
New Level Resources logo
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2027 Speaker Schedule

2027 Seminar Series

Practical HR and California employment law guidance from the attorneys and HR leaders who handle these issues every day.

We meet the
Third Wednesday
of every month · programs begin 8:00 a.m.
In PersonLos Robles Greens Banquet Center, 299 S. Moorpark Rd., Thousand Oaks
Or OnlineLive on Zoom, with a recording link sent to every attendee
Built ForEmployers, HR professionals, and people managers

Topics and speakers subject to change

  • JAN20WED

    Top HR Trends Going into 2027 That Every Business Should Know

    Andrew Sieber · PuzzleHR

    Next UpHR Strategy
  • FEB17WED

    State of the Local Economy

    Featured economists · Presented with NHRA Ventura County Joint Event

    Next UpEconomy & Workforce
  • MAR17WED

    Improving Employee Retention in Today’s Workforce

    Michelle Schwanhauser · Moving Mountains HR Consulting

    Next UpRetention
  • APR21WED

    Red Pen Ready: Updating Your California Employee Handbook for 2027

    Ryan Haws · EmployLaw Group LLP

    Next UpEmployment Law
  • MAY19WED

    Onboarding Landmines

    Jennifer Raphael Komsky · Levinson Arshonsky Kurtz & Komsky, LLP

    Next UpHiring & Onboarding
  • JUN16WED

    Program to Be Announced

    Topic and speaker coming soon

    Next Up
  • JUL21WED

    Pregnancy Disability Leaves of Absence

    Lauren Davis · KLJD Consulting

    Next UpLeaves & Compliance
  • AUG18WED

    Program to Be Announced

    Topic and speaker coming soon

    Next Up
  • SEP15WED

    Handling Problem Employees

    Tarshia Rodgers · New Level Resources

    Next UpEmployee Relations
  • OCT20WED

    Remote Employees

    Tonyel Thompson · Real HR Hero

    Next UpRemote Work
  • NOV17WED

    Employment Law Update

    Jon Light · LightGabler LLP

    Next UpEmployment Law

Reserve your seat

Ticket options, speaker bios, and full program details are posted on each seminar page.

Upcoming Events in 2026

Meet Our SpeakersBusiness education for Ventura County employers

Low-cost, timely seminars led by employment attorneys and HR professionals, covering California employment law updates, emerging legislation, and practical guidance for managing today's workforce.

Andrew Pletcher, EVCEAC speaker, Oct 2026
Andrew PletcherOct 2026
Bukky Osifeso, EVCEAC speaker, Mar 2026
Bukky OsifesoMar 2026
Janice Miller, EVCEAC speaker, Sep 2025
Janice MillerSep 2025
Cardiel Luna, EVCEAC speaker, Mar 2025
Cardiel LunaMar 2025
Ryan Haws, EVCEAC speaker, Jun 2026
Ryan HawsJun 2026
Jonathan Fraser Light, EVCEAC speaker, Nov 2025
Jonathan Fraser LightNov 2025
Sherli Frank, EVCEAC speaker, Sep 2026
Sherli FrankSep 2026
Nicole Kamm & Hannah Sweiss, EVCEAC speaker, May 2025
Nicole Kamm & Hannah SweissMay 2025
Bradley van Scoyk, EVCEAC speaker, Feb 2026
Bradley van ScoykFeb 2026
Linda Hurevitz, EVCEAC speaker, Jan 2025
Linda HurevitzJan 2025
Brian Watnick, EVCEAC speaker, May 2026
Brian WatnickMay 2026
Danielle Gotcher, EVCEAC speaker, Aug 2025
Danielle GotcherAug 2025
Sue Bendavid, EVCEAC speaker, Aug 2026
Sue BendavidAug 2026
Deanna Ball, EVCEAC speaker, Oct 2025
Deanna BallOct 2025
Ken Malouf, EVCEAC speaker, Apr 2025
Ken MaloufApr 2025
Adam Treiger, EVCEAC speaker, Jan 2026
Adam TreigerJan 2026
Tarshia Rodgers, EVCEAC speaker, Jul 2026
Tarshia RodgersJul 2026
Cindy Elkins, EVCEAC speaker, Feb 2025
Cindy ElkinsFeb 2025
Laura Withrow, EVCEAC speaker, Apr 2026
Laura WithrowApr 2026
James Nagy, EVCEAC speaker, Jun 2025
James NagyJun 2025
21 speakers · 2024 to 2026

Where Are The Events?

Los Robles Greens Banquet Center
299 S. Moorpark Rd.
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361

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