Get the money and resources you need to train and reskill talent! Learn how to apply for the 2026 Going PRO Talent Fund at this informational session hosted by ASE and presented by Michigan Works! The Going PRO Talent Fund makes awards to employers to assist in training, developing, and retaining current and newly hired employees. The Cycle 1 application period opened October 14, 2025  and closes October 30, 2025.  Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how your...

In today’s hyperconnected world, cyber threats are no longer just technical problems – they are people problems. Countless data breaches and costly security incidents begin not with a zero-day exploit or sophisticated ransomware, but with a human misstep: a mis-clicked link, reused password, or social engineering trap. Please join ASE Partner, SensCy, to learn about the cyber threats facing SMO's and HR's role in building a strong cyber culture. All participants will...

After more than four decades of dedicated service, Mike has announced his plan to retire from ASE December 31, 2025. To celebrate his incredible career and many contributions to our organization, we’re hosting a special event in his honor, and we hope you’ll join us.

 

Artificial intelligence is transforming every aspect of HR, from recruiting and training to engagement and culture. This session, presented by Brent Yax, CEO, Awecomm, explores how AI tools such as predictive analytics, skills-based hiring, personalized learning, and sentiment analysis are reshaping the employee experience while raising new questions about ethics, transparency, and workforce impact. Attendees will learn how HR can lead responsibly in AI adoption by developing key skills in...

Join Kevin Marrs, ASE Vice President, for a fast, visual look at the latest labor market and economic trends impacting HR and business leaders. Through a series of simple, data-driven charts, we’ll highlight emerging trends in employment, wages, workforce participation, and overall economic activity. More importantly, we’ll translate those trends into practical insights you can use to guide people strategies in your organization. Whether it’s spotting shifts in hiring...

Retirement is a significant transition for both employees and employers. This conversation will explore how organizations can thoughtfully approach retirement planning in ways that honor long-serving employees while protecting business continuity. Points for discussion include: Manager Education: How do we equip managers to have sensitive, respectful conversations with employees about retirement timing, planning, and transition? Knowledge Transfer & Succession: What...

The American Society of Employers (ASE) is excited to launch a new community for HR and total rewards professionals – the Michigan Total Rewards Network (MTRN). As an official affiliate of WorldatWork, MTRN connects Michigan total rewards professionals to a broader network of expertise, resources, and thought leadership in compensation, benefits, and work-life effectiveness. In this informational session, ASE and representatives from WorldatWork will: Introduce the vision and...

Conversation with Mike & Tony is a bi-weekly web series held on alternating Fridays where ASE’s compliance experts, Michael Burns and Anthony Kaylin give all the latest HR updates. 

Join us every other Friday at 9:00 a.m.