Date: May 14, 2026
Time: 9:00am – 12:00 pm
Location: The Royal Sonesta Hotel
Breakfast is included and will be served 9:00 - 9:30
What to Expect
Policy changes shape how organizations design pay programs, manage benefits, and support employees. In the Pacific Northwest, where state legislation often moves faster than federal regulation, staying ahead of new requirements is essential for Total Rewards leaders.
Join TRPDX for our Annual Legislative Update, a focused look at the policy developments shaping Total Rewards strategy across Oregon and Washington. This program will explore the evolving regulatory landscape around wage floors, exemption thresholds, and the growing complexity of managing compensation programs across state lines.
You’ll hear from legal experts, technology leaders, and employer practitioners on what’s changing and what HR and Total Rewards teams should be preparing for next.
Session Highlights
FLSA and State Exemption Threshold Updates
A practical update on federal overtime regulations and Oregon and Washington’s evolving salary threshold requirements, including exemption classifications, phased increases, and compliance considerations for regional employers.
AI in Total Rewards: Understanding Risks and Opportunities
AI is already influencing compensation, hiring, benefits administration, and pay equity analysis. Julie Scotland of Gravi AI will share what organizations are seeing in practice and outline immediate steps Total Rewards teams can take to manage risk while using AI tools more effectively.
Employer Panel: Responding to the Evolving Workplace
Regional Total Rewards leaders discuss how their organizations are adapting policies and programs to support employee wellbeing, psychological safety, and resilience in today’s workplace.
Who Should Attend
Total Rewards, compensation, benefits, HR, and compliance professionals who want to stay ahead of the legislative and workplace trends shaping employer strategy in Oregon and Washington.
Join your peers for practical insights, regional perspective, and guidance to help you navigate the year ahead. Reserve your seat today.
