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Discover Everything You Need to Stay on the Cutting Edge of HR: Attend CAHR 2023

Held May 9-11, 2022, in-person at the Anaheim Convention Center and streaming live, the 2022 California HR Conference will bring thousands of HR professionals together to share ideas, build valuable relationships and explore the trends that are shaping the future of work.

Tribute to Anita Gorino
  Anita Renate Gorino "JUNE 24, 1941 – FEBRUARY 11, 2023" Dear PIHRA community, It's with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of our long term member and previous president of PIHRA, Anita Gorino. Anita spent most of her professional career (40+ years) as a Human Resource consultant and was well respected
A Sneak Peak Into How To Manage a Fully Remote or Hybrid Workforce – Q&A with Hieu T. Williams

Hieu Williams discusses the challenges behind managing a fully remote workforce, especially with 2023’s upcoming changes. Learn more about the value these updates hold for your career in HR through her Q&A and access the full session through CELU22 on-demand!

Tribute to Mike Deblieux, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, PHRca
Mike Deblieux, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, PHRca  Mike Deblieux, former President of PIHRA and valued PIHRA member, passed away on November 17th, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones. Mike’s family shared that he was at peace with his cancer diagnosis being a part of his life journey. It’s clear this component of his life was never one
A Sneak Peak Into 2023 PAGA Updates – Q&A with Leonora Schloss

Leonora Schloss reflects on her experience with CELU22 this year and shares some valuable insights around the changes that lie ahead when it comes to Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). Learn more through CELU22 on-demand!

A Sneak Peak into Wage & Hour Employment Law Updates: Q&A with Paul Fleck

Paul Fleck discusses the importance of the 2023 upcoming Wage & Hour employment law updates.

Three Ways To Make Your Organization Attractive To A Diverse Candidate Pool
  We know hiring practices aren't always inclusive, and while there's much for Californians to be happy about right now – unemployment remains low, wage growth continues, declining poverty rates – there is one HR data set that remains perpetually concerning: diverse hiring. Despite billions invested in diversity and inclusion interventions over the past decade, if you are recruiting for a
High-Impact Retention Strategies for a High Turnover World

Hiring in the last year has been one of the biggest challenges facing businesses, largely due to the complexities brought on because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Companies are having a hard time finding people to fill positions, retaining current employees, and retaining them once they’re onboarded, resulting in a U.S. labor shortage unlike any other we’ve seen in the past.

3 Big Reasons to Renew Your PIHRA Membership (or Join!) Now
3 Big Reasons to Renew Your PIHRA Membership (or Join!) Now At PIHRA, our goal is to give you the fuel you need to stay informed, compliant, and moving forward in your career. That means rolling out new content and tools designed to help you navigate our constantly evolving industry — and to keep offering
The Value of a Human Resources Degree: Q&A with CAHR22 Keynote Dr. Mark Allen

Dr. Mark Allen sat down to share his background, insights on the current HR landscape, and the value of a Human Resources degree.