2026 HR & Employment Law Conference
Navigate the Ever-Changing Legal
Landscape with Confidence.
May 14, 2026 | King of Prussia, PA
Navigate the Ever-Changing Legal Landscape with Confidence.
May 14, 2026 | King of Prussia, PA
HR Compliance is Complex.
It can be challenging for any HR professional to stay on top of evolving employment laws, regulations, and other requirements. This one-day HR conference is designed to help you solve today’s compliance challenges and look ahead to avoid tomorrow’s. You will hear from a lineup of expert speakers who will share insights into the important HR and employment law issues affecting employers in today’s dynamic work environment.
Who Should Attend?
Whether you’re a senior HR professional or business leader, this is one of the best
HR conferences to stay on top of the shifting legal landscape that is shaping today’s workplace.
Connect & Network
Join hundreds of other HR and business leaders for an informative HR summit with
meaningful conversations, networking, and building valuable new connections.
Earn Credits
This is one of the top HR conferences for HR professionals in need of recertification credits. Attendees will have the opportunity to earn 4.5 HRCI, SHRM, and CLE credits.
Location
This HR professionals conference will be held at the
Sheraton Valley Forge Hotel, 480 N Gulph Rd. King of Prussia, PA 19406.
The HR & Employment Law Conference is conveniently located for HR professionals in the Mid-Atlantic region (Southeastern PA, NJ, and DE).
HR Conference
Speakers & Topics
HR Conference Topics will Include:
Wage and Hour
Religious Accommodation
Employment Law 2026…and Beyond: What Happened, What’s Next, and What to do About It
Latest EEOC Enforcement Trends
Heard on the Employer Hotline Q&A
More Topics Coming Soon!
Speakers & Topics
From Allegation to Resolution: Best Practices for a Legally Compliant Workplace Investigation
Amy McAndrew, Esq., Director of Legal and Compliance Services — MEA
Understanding how to conduct thorough and legally sound workplace investigations is a must for any employer. In this session, MEA Director of Legal and Compliance Services, Amy McAndrew, will provide a comprehensive guide to conducting fair, thorough, and legally sound workplace investigations. Participants will explore the unique challenges of conducting workplace investigations in virtual and hybrid workplaces. From receiving an allegation to reaching a resolution, Amy will share insights into ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies, while also mitigating legal risks.
Employment Law 2025… and Beyond: What Happened, What’s Next, and What to do About It
Michael G. Trachtman, Esq., Attorney — Wisler Pearlstine LLP
The new administration has sought to implement an array of changes in employment law, and the upshot has been relief from some regulatory pressures, upticks in other regulatory pressures, countermeasures among various states and cities, dangerous new strains of employee claims, shifting uncertainties, increasing and sometimes inconsistent and unclear judicial interventions … with more to come. Businesses that adjust can prosper; those that cannot will struggle. Based on over 40 years’ experience, business attorney and MEA outside general counsel Michael G. Trachtman explains where we are, where we are headed, and how to adapt to a new legal landscape.
The AI-Powered Workplace of Today and Tomorrow
Lee E. Tankle, Esq., Attorney — Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Brandon R. Sher, Esq., Attorney — Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to be an area of much interest—and concern— for many employers. In this session we will explore the top AI tools for employers and the risks they present. We will also explore the emerging and ever-evolving AI regulatory landscape, including the impact of President Trump’s January 2025 Executive Order “Removing Barriers to American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence.”
Setting Expectations: Handbook Do’s and Don’ts
Sarah Spletzer, Esq., Senior Employment Counsel — MEA
A handbook serves as an important reference tool for employees, providing clarity on company policies, expectations, and resources. In this session, MEA’s Senior Employment Counsel Sarah Spletzer will explore the essential guidelines for creating and maintaining an effective handbook. She will go over the key Dos to ensure your handbook serves its purpose, such as using simple language, ensuring legal compliance, and keeping the document updated. Sarah will also highlight common Don’ts, like overwhelming employees with unnecessary details, using jargon, or failing to update the handbook regularly.
Latest EEOC Enforcement Trends
Maria Morocco, Esq., Assistant Regional Attorney — U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
Learn how discrimination law is ever evolving, and how the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s enforcement and litigation efforts impact your organization.
The First 100 Days: A Whirlwind of Activity
Tracey E. Diamond, Esq., Partner in the Labor & Employment Practice Group — Troutman Pepper Locke, LLP
In this session, Tracey Diamond, labor and employment partner at Troutman Pepper Locke and co-host of the popular podcast, Hiring to Firing, will look back on President Trump’s first 100 days in office and the impact of a flurry of Executive Orders and litigation on employers. The discussion will focus on corporate DEI programs, religious discrimination issues and LGBTQ protections.
“Heard on the Employer Hotline” Q&A
Lori Derstine, HR Advisor — MEA
Member organizations call the MEA hotline thousands of times every year for guidance on HR and compliance issues. During this session, MEA HR advisor, Lori Derstine, will share some frequently asked questions and answers.
2026 HR Conference Objectives
Prepare for Emerging Employment Law Developments
Understand where we are, where we are headed, and how to adapt to a new legal landscape.
Stay Current on the Latest EEOC Enforcement Trends
Learn how evolving discrimination law and EEOC enforcement could impact your organization.
Gain Practical Guidance on Common HR and Compliance Issues
actionable answers to frequently asked HR and compliance questions submitted through the MEA employer hotline.
Pricing
MEA Member
$320
Non-Member
$375
HR & Employment Law Conference FAQs
What is an HR conference?
An HR conference, HR summit, or employment law conference is a professional event designed to help human resources professionals stay informed, compliant, and prepared for the future of work. Because HR compliance is complex and constantly evolving, these conferences bring together expert speakers who provide insight into current HR and employment law issues, regulatory changes, and legislative updates. This is one of the best HR conferences to help HR professionals address today’s compliance challenges while proactively preparing for what’s ahead in an increasingly dynamic work environment.
What is the purpose of an HR summit?
The purpose of an HR summit is to provide an opportunity for organizations to bring together HR professionals to explore today’s most pressing compliance and workforce challenges, share insights, and deepen their understanding of evolving regulations and employment law. These summits create space for meaningful dialogue, expert-led learning, and proactive problem-solving in an increasingly complex work environment. The goal of MEA’s HR & Employment Law Conference is one of the best HR conferences to equip HR professionals with the knowledge, tools, and foresight needed to address current compliance challenges and confidently prepare for what’s ahead.
What happens at an HR conference?
At an HR conference, attendees take part in a full day of learning, connection, and professional growth focused on today’s most important HR and compliance challenges. Participants engage in dynamic, expert-led sessions that challenge thinking, shift mindsets, and spark new ideas around employment law, workforce trends, and HR best practices. HR conferences also offer meaningful networking opportunities with fellow HR professionals, business leaders, speakers, and sponsors, creating space to share experiences and build valuable connections. Scheduled breaks, lunch, and a raffle giveaway are included.
Why attend upcoming HR conferences?
Attending upcoming HR conferences allows HR professionals to stay ahead in an increasingly complex and rapidly changing work environment. With evolving employment laws, compliance requirements, and workforce challenges, these conferences provide direct access to expert insights, practical guidance, and timely updates you can apply immediately. Attendees gain fresh perspectives through dynamic sessions, connect with peers across industries, and engage with thought leaders and sponsors offering innovative solutions. Ultimately, attending an HR conference helps you strengthen your expertise, expand your professional network, and feel more confident to navigate today’s employment law complexities.
Who should attend an HR conference?
An HR summit is designed for senior HR professionals and business leaders who shape people strategy and drive overall business performance.
This conference is ideal for:
- Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs)
- Chief People Officers
- Vice Presidents and Directors of Human Resources or People Operations
- HR Managers
- HR Business Partners
What industries are represented at an HR conference?
HR conferences represent professionals from every industry. If you are looking for an HR healthcare conference, nonprofit HR conference, financial services HR conference, HR conference in energy sector, or HR in higher education conference, then this event is for you. MEA’s members span a wide range of industries and organization sizes, and the conference is intentionally designed to reflect that diversity. Topics and speakers are selected to be highly relevant across sectors, allowing HR professionals to learn from one another, share experiences, and engage with a truly diverse audience.
Searching for upcoming HR conferences in Southeastern PA?
If you are an HR professional or business leader in the Greater Philadelphia region looking for HR conferences near me, this conference is ideal. King of Prussia offers easy regional access, located at the intersection of major routes like I-76, I-276 (PA Turnpike), U.S. 202, and Route 422. For those seeking 2026 HR conferences without the potential hassle of inner-city traffic, MEA’s conference delivers all the value, minus the congestion.
What is the cancellation policy for the HR & Employment Law Conference?
Cancellations must be submitted in writing to registration@meainfo.org. Cancellations received by 4/27/26 will receive a full refund. Cancellations received 4/28/26 thru 5/11/26 will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations made on or after 5/12/26 are nonrefundable. Attendee substitutions may be made up until 5/13/26 and are encouraged when the original registrant cannot attend.
HRCI Accreditation
This Program has been pre-approved for 4.5 HR (General) credits toward aPHR®, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®). aPHR®, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, aPHRi™, PHRi™, GPHR®, and SPHRi™ are all registered trademarks of HRCI.
SHRM Accreditation
The MidAtlantic Employers’ Association (MEA) is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CPSM or SHRM-SCPSM.
CLE Accreditation
This program has been approved by the Pennsylvania Continuing Legal Education Board for 4.5 hours of substantive law, practice and procedure CLE credit and 0.0 hours of ethics, professionalism or substance abuse CLE credit. Any attorney who wishes to participate in a seminar may send a signed, written request with background information and an explanation for why the seminar fee causes financial hardship 30 days prior to the program in order to receive a reduced fee.
