HR Houston

SEMINAR OPPORTUNITY >> From Gossip to Gaslighting: Leadership Lessons to Address Manipulation in the Workplace
December 1-2, 2026 I 9:00 am - 4:00 pm I 12 credit hrs
Meetings on Pointe Training Center

Was That Really What Happened? Recognizing Gaslighting at Work

“I never said that.”

“You’re overreacting.”

“That’s not what happened.”

When does a disagreement become something more?

Gaslighting can be difficult to recognize because manipulation is often subtle. For HR professionals and leaders, understanding the difference between ordinary workplace conflict and a dysfunctional pattern of behavior is critical.

Join us for From Gossip to Gaslighting: Leadership Lessons to Address Manipulation in the Workplace.

Presenter Alise Isbell, MABC will explore research-based manipulative dynamics, how they appear in the workplace and what HR can do to counter them.

This isn't just about identifying bad behavior.

It’s about learning how to interrupt destructive patterns and replace them with productive behaviors that improve communication, relationships and trust.

REGISTER >> https://ow.ly/hErc50ZPNR5

SEMINAR OPPORTUNITY >> FMLA, ADA, PWFA & PUMP
Four Laws. Two Days. One Workshop Every HR Professional Needs.
December 1-2, 2026 I 9:00 am - 4:00 pm I 12 credit hrs
Meetings on Pointe Training Center

FMLA. ADA. PWFA. PUMP. Are You Confident You Know How They Work Together?

Managing employee leave and accommodation requests is rarely as simple as applying one law.

An employee may need FMLA leave. Another may request an accommodation under the ADA. A pregnant employee may have rights under the PWFA. A nursing employee may be entitled to protections under the PUMP Act.

And sometimes, more than one law may come into play.

Join Alexis C. Knapp, JD, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Shareholder at Littler Mendelson, for HR Houston’s two-day Leaves of Absence and Accommodations Workshop, December 1–2.

This interactive, real-life-example-driven program will help you better understand the rules—and, more importantly, how to apply them when real situations land on your desk.

Over two days, we’ll explore:

• FMLA leave and administration
• ADA accommodations and the interactive process
• PWFA requirements
• PUMP Act considerations
• Medical documentation
• Overlapping legal obligations
• Common leave and accommodation challenges
• Practical strategies for difficult employee situations

Whether you manage leave every day or simply need to know what to do when an issue arises, this workshop is designed to give you practical knowledge you can put to work immediately.

12 hours of SHRM and HRCI recertification credit

Space is limited. REGISTER >> https://ow.ly/1HqL50ZPNLh

HR Strategies Summit 2026
One Day. Seven Conversations. Take a Look at the Lineup - You Don't Want to Miss THIS!
November 3, 2026 I 8:00 am - 4:30 pm I 6 credit hrs

What Could You Learn in One Day?

The HR Strategies Summit on November 3 starts with an honest conversation about AI and ends with senior HR leaders sharing what they see ahead for the profession.

And there’s a lot happening in between.

Take a look at your day:

8:00 AM | Beyond the Hype: An Honest Look at AI in HR
A candid panel conversation about what’s actually working—and what isn’t.

9:05 AM | How to Establish Executive Presence for HR Professionals
Njsane Courtney, American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)

10:20 AM | Negotiating Like It’s Your Job—Because It Is
Tracy Frazier, University of Houston – C.T. Bauer College of Business

12:05 PM | Powering Through Conflict: Workplace Mediation Strategies
Brandon Caldwell, CSE Electric

1:10 PM | From Order-Taker to Strategic Partner: Elevating Learning’s Business Impact
Joanna Lacey, Stellar Bank

2:25 PM | The HR Ethical Mindset – Leading with Courage, Integrity, and Humanity
Mitch Beckman, Webber

3:30 PM | What CHROs Are Seeing Ahead in HR Practice
A candid closing conversation with senior HR leaders.

AI. Executive presence. Negotiation. Conflict. Strategy. Ethics. The future of HR.

One day. Seven conversations. $249.

And because attendance is limited to only 60 HR professionals, you won’t simply listen—you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions, make connections, and be part of the conversation.

Register Online >> https://ow.ly/Kpwt50ZISBV

A special thank you to Burnett Specialists, our HR Strategies Summit Sponsor, for their support and commitment to the professional development of Houston’s HR community >> https://ow.ly/hGUJ50ZISBX

🚨 REGISTRATION CLOSES TODAY🚨

SEMINAR OPPORTUNITY >> HR Basics
October 6-7, 2026 I 8:30 am - 4:30 pm I 12.25 credit hrs
Meetings on Pointe Training Center

HR Just Became Your Responsibility?
We’ve Got You.

In HR, there's no room for guesswork. Your team counts on you to deliver accurate answers and solid advice on everything from hiring and performance to employee relations and compliance.

You're expected to stay up to date on labor laws, act as a mediator, drive change, and be a trusted resource—no small task. That’s where we come in.

HR Basics is a two-day, high-impact workshop created for professionals newly stepping into HR. Join local experts LaQuita Starr, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CarMax, Inc, Regional HR Manager and Tracy Frazier, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, Adjunct Instructor, School of Business, University of Houston for a comprehensive introduction to the core areas of human resources.

You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of HR fundamentals and a workbook full of practical tools, examples, and resources to support your day-to-day responsibilities—and your future growth.

REGISTRATION CLOSES FRIDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2026

REGISTER >> https://ow.ly/LgoA50ZB5M4

That's a wrap on the Fall 2026 Seminar!

Six TED-style talks. Six brilliant speakers. HR pros walking away with the employment law insights they need RIGHT NOW. A massive thank you to the outstanding Houston Employment Law Attorneys who made it happen:

⚡ Nandini Sane, Cozen O’Conner - Free Speech, Social Media and the Workplace
⚡ Ved Chitale, Andrew Myers P.C. - Employees as Influencers - What's trending?
⚡ Avalyn Langemeier, Esq., Foster LLP - Is U.S. Immigration Still Possible? What Employers Should Know
⚡ Joseph Gagnon, Fisher & Phillips, LLP - You, Me, and the Supremes: Employment Cases to Watch
⚡ Jackie Staple, Jackson Walker LLP - Wage and Hour Landmines: the Common Traps that Catch Even the Careful
⚡ Larry Stuart, Stuart PC - What You Need to Know About the "New" EEOC

A special thank you to our emcee Joseph Gagnon, Partner, Fisher & Phillips for keeping the energy high and the day running seamlessly!

To our attendees: your energy and thoughtful questions during the open Q&A made today's event truly special. We're so glad you carved out time in your busy schedules to sharpen your employment law expertise with us.

Scroll through for a look at yesterday's highlights — great minds, great conversations, and a room full of HR professionals ready to tackle whatever comes next!

Until next time — stay sharp, stay compliant, and keep moving at lightning speed. ⚡

LEGALkwik is proudly sponsored by Fisher Phillips. https://ow.ly/ObrQ50YpeUt

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🚨REGISTRATION TO ATTEND ENDS TODAY🚨

LEGALkwik: Legal News at Lightning Speed
THIS Thursday, October 1, 2026 | 8:00 am – 11:30 am | 3 credit hrs

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Attend LEGALkwik!

Free speech.
Social media.
Employee influencers.
Immigration.
Wage and hour.
The EEOC.
Supreme Court and Fifth Circuit cases to watch.

That's a lot happening in employment law. And HR doesn't have the luxury of ignoring any of it.

LEGALkwik brings six experienced employment attorneys together for one fast-paced morning designed to help you understand what's changing, what it means for employers, and what you should be thinking about next.

And after the presentations, you'll have access to the attorneys during an open-floor Q&A.

No marathon legal lectures. No entire day out of the office. Just timely, practical employment law guidance at lightning speed.

Registration: $199

This is your final opportunity to register >> https://ow.ly/QJEG50ZB5XN

LEGALkwik is proudly sponsored by Fisher Phillips. https://ow.ly/NVm750ZB5XP

🚨Last Chance: Employment Law Updates. One Morning. $199.🚨

LEGALkwik: Legal News at Lightning Speed
THIS Thursday, October 1, 2026 | 8:00 am – 11:30 am | 3 credit hrs

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Attend LEGALkwik!

Free speech.
Social media.
Employee influencers.
Immigration.
Wage and hour.
The EEOC.
Supreme Court and Fifth Circuit cases to watch.

That's a lot happening in employment law. And HR doesn't have the luxury of ignoring any of it.

LEGALkwik brings six experienced employment attorneys together for one fast-paced morning designed to help you understand what's changing, what it means for employers, and what you should be thinking about next.

And after the presentations, you'll have access to the attorneys during an open-floor Q&A.

No marathon legal lectures. No entire day out of the office. Just timely, practical employment law guidance at lightning speed.

Registration: $199

This is your final opportunity to register >> https://ow.ly/QJEG50ZB5XN

LEGALkwik is proudly sponsored by Fisher Phillips. https://ow.ly/NVm750ZB5XP

What a night at HR Houston's HRMixer!

We had a full house at Tony's on Ella last Thursday. Thank you to everyone who came out to catch up with familiar faces, meet some new ones, and enjoy great Tex-Mex together. The room was full of laughter and good conversation, and we loved seeing Houston's HR community show up for each other.

A special thanks to Tony's on Ella for hosting us!

Missed this one? Keep an eye on our calendar for the next HRMixer. We'd love to see you there.

September has been a busy month for HR in Your Neighborhood!

A big thank-you to everyone who came out, and to our speakers and host sites:

📍 Downtown at UHD: Channey Nicole, PMP (CalThink) on Just Say It: Hard Conversations Made Easier

📍 Far West at Kiewit: Denise Espinoza, MS, PHR, SHRM-CP (Buckeye Partners) on The Human Energy Crisis, treating burnout as a question of leadership and org design rather than personal resilience

📍 Westchase/Memorial at Worley: Mohammad Anwar and Frank Danna (Softway & Culture+) on HumAIn First AI Transformation, using AI to free people up for the work only humans can do

Lunch, networking, and a recertification credit (1 SHRM PDC + 1 HRCI General hour). That's what HR in Your Neighborhood is all about.