Precision in Talent Acquisition, Part II: Establishing Quality of Hire Criteria in Your Environment By Tremaine Friend, PHR, SHRMCP Vice President, Talent Operations | Talent Xpanse From Concept to Practice In our last installment, we reconnected with Quality of Hire (QoH) as the metric and lens through which we can measure the success, quality, and
Celebrating Latiné in HR: Leadership, Mentorship, and Opportunity This Hispanic Heritage Month, PIHRA proudly celebrates the incredible impact of Latiné in HR—leaders who bring vision, empathy, and inspiration to the profession. While Latiné remain underrepresented in HR leadership, their contributions are powerful, driving innovation, inclusivity, and growth in workplaces nationwide. Investing in your development and leadership capabilities and receiving holistic
Attending CELU Virtually vs. In Person: Which Option is Right for You? ⚖️ Important Date for HR Compliance October 12 – Last day for the Governor to sign or veto bills passed by the Legislature before September 12 and in the Governor’s possession on or after September 12 (Art. IV, Sec. 10(b)(1)). That’s why the
PIHRA Member Success Stories: HR Wins with PIHRA From New Jobs to New Skills – Hear How PIHRA Makes a Difference At PIHRA, we believe that when HR professionals come together, powerful things happen. For many of our members, PIHRA is more than just a professional association—it’s a lifeline during transition, a catalyst for career
What’s Coming for HR Compliance in 2026? CELU Breaks It All Down California’s employment landscape is about to change again — and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most complex years yet for HR compliance. From new wage theft liability rules to updated WARN Act requirements, HR leaders and business owners must
PIHRA Mentorship Programs: Building the Future of HR Through Connections In human resources, where empathy, adaptability, and continuous learning are essential, mentorship plays a pivotal role. As the field evolves to meet the changing needs of the modern workplace, so too must its leaders—and that growth is often sparked by guidance from those who’ve walked
☀️ PIHRA Summer HR Learning Passport: Your Guide to a Season of Growth Summer isn’t just for vacations—it’s the perfect time to invest in your professional development! PIHRA invites you to create your own Summer Learning Passport, a personalized roadmap to earn SHRM and HRCI recertification credits while exploring various engaging, flexible learning opportunities. As a
📍 CELU25 Is Coming to Orange County – Join Us at the Vibrant, Reimagined Hotel Zessa The California Employment Law Update (CELU) is one of PIHRA’s most anticipated events of the year—and in 2025, we’re bringing it to a dynamic new venue in Orange County! On October 28, 2025, HR professionals, legal experts, and business
Launch Your Chapter’s Mentorship Program with PIHRA’s “Mentor Program in a Box” By Jennifer Blair, SPHR, PIHRA Chair, Emerging Leaders & PIHRA Mentor Program Coordinator, and Stephany Morris-Nelson, PHR, SHRM-CP, PIHRA Co-Chair, College Relations & PIHRA Mentor Program Coordinator PIHRA is proud to unveil the Mentor Program in a Box—a turnkey toolkit designed to help
The Power of Passing the Torch: Why Succession Planning Matters for PIHRA Volunteers By Lauren Sweeney, PIHRA Vice President & Chair, Volunteer Engagement Committee As we approach the Fall election season at PIHRA, there’s never been a better time to reflect on the impact of our volunteer leadership—and how we can keep the momentum going
