As global fuel prices climb in response to ongoing conflict in the Middle East, employers in the United States are beginning to feel the ripple effects. Gas prices have spiked sharply at the pump, with averages in many regions pushing above $4 per gallon, adding strain for workers who commute or use personal vehicles for their jobs. In Asia, governments and businesses are experimenting with policies that help ease the burden of high energy costs on employees and the economy.

HR leaders who take a proactive approach to understanding artificial intelligence (AI) and how to implement it strategically position themselves as true partners to the business. Waiting too long to prepare can put both teams and organizations at risk of falling behind. Join us on April 15th as McLean & Company presents its latest blueprints, AI Preparation HR Gap Analysis Tool and Navigating AI Implementation and Change Management. These resources will guide you in...

Employee handbooks are one of the most important yet often overlooked tools for managing risk, setting expectations, and supporting leaders. Too often, updates get delayed until an issue arises, leaving organizations exposed. In this fast-paced, highly practical session, you’ll learn a simple, structured approach to auditing your employee handbook in just one hour. We’ll guide you through the most critical sections to review, highlight common red flags, and outline must-have...

Join fellow HR peers for a one-hour discussion about pay practices and fairness. Reflect on inconsistencies and challenges to what has worked and explore how clear pay structures, transparency, and leadership alignment impact employee trust and engagement.  Share experiences, discuss practical approaches for creating fair and consistent pay frameworks, and uncover steps HR can take immediately to strengthen transparency, equity, and morale.   Come...

For the first time ever, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences handed out an Oscar for Best Casting. Essentially, casting is HR. Casting directors study roles deeply, evaluate talent honestly, and make strategic decisions about who belongs where. When they get it right, everything clicks. When they get it wrong, even the biggest budget can't save the production.

Federal contractor minimum wage increasing: The U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) has announced the minimum wage rate for federal contractors performing work on federal contracts covered by Executive Order 13658, Establishing a Minimum Wage for Contractors (the order).

TROY, MI ---March 19, 2026 --- The American Society of Employers (ASE) and The Employers’ Association (TEA) have announced a new regional conference, HR Together West Michigan, designed to bring HR professionals together for a day of learning, collaboration, and practical insight. The event will take place May 5, 2026, at Trillium in Spring Lake, MI.

As organizations navigate ongoing talent shortages and shifting workforce expectations, many are facing two challenges at once. Experienced employees are nearing retirement, and mid-career professionals are stepping away due to caregiving demands. Flextirement offers a structured way to address both.

Tee off with us at the 2026 ASE Golf Outing at Stonegate Community and Golf Club in Twin Lake and enjoy a day of golf in West Michigan.

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Join us in Spring Lake for the Employment Law Briefing, a practical conference focused on the day-to-day employee and employer relationship. Designed for HR professionals, sessions cover real-world topics such as employee relations, ADA and FMLA, performance issues, investigations, and terminations. Led by local employment attorneys, this briefing provides clear, actionable guidance to help HR professionals manage employee situations confidently and in compliance with the law. This event...

Join us in Troy for the Employment Law Briefing, a practical conference focused on the day-to-day employee and employer relationship. Designed for HR professionals, sessions cover real-world topics such as employee relations, ADA and FMLA, performance issues, investigations, and terminations. Led by local employment attorneys, this briefing provides clear, actionable guidance to help HR professionals manage employee situations confidently and in compliance with the law. This event will be...

Join us for a high-level compliance and risk management conference designed for employers managing evolving regulatory requirements. The program focuses on what organizations must do to remain compliant across critical areas such as AI, DEI, immigration, job postings, wage and hour, and OSHA. Featuring national compliance experts, this conference is designed for risk managers, compliance officers, and leaders who oversee enterprise-wide risk and regulatory strategy. This event will be...

Discover the key findings from the ASE 2026 Compensation Survey at our West Michigan briefing.

This briefing will be held at the GVSU Innovation Hub in Muskegon, Mi.

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Join fellow compensation and benefits leaders for an intensive exploration of emerging trends, technical challenges, and proven strategies in total rewards management.

This event will take place at ASE's headquarters in Troy, MI.

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New! Join West Michigan HR professionals for a day of learning, connection, and practical insights at HR Together West Michigan. Co-hosted by the American Society of Employers and The Employers' Association, this regional conference brings together HR leaders and practitioners to explore current workplace challenges, share ideas, and gain actionable strategies they can apply in their organizations. Attendees will benefit from expert-led sessions, peer networking, and valuable...