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# Western Ventura County Employer Advisory Council

Educating and Informing Employers

## Sitemaps

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## Posts

- [California Small Business and Nonprofit COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Relief Grant Program](https://wvceac.org/california-small-business-and-nonprofit-covid-19-supplemental-paid-sick-leave-relief-grant-program/) - The application window has opened only until June 29th, this Thursday, for the California Small Business and Nonprofit COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Relief Grant Program. Qualified organizations with 26-49 employees who paid supplemental sick leave during 2022 may be reimbursed up to $50,000 for their sick leave expenses. Funds are limited so do not wait
- [Webinar/Seminar: Immigration Law For Businesses](https://wvceac.org/webinar-seminar-immigration-law-for-businesses/) - Register Now Danielle Gotcher Guest Speaker Wednesday, February 15, 2023 : 8:00 am PST – 9:00 am $35 Early Bird Pricing – Members use your discount codes Check-In In Person/Breakfast : 7:30 am Los Robles Greens Golf Course, West Ballroom 299 South Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361 Zoom : 7:55 am Link will be
- [Seminar/Webinar: CAL OSHA Updates & What Safety Programs Are Required](https://wvceac.org/seminar-webinar-cal-osha-updates-what-safety-programs-are-required/) - Register Now Cardiel Luna Guest Speaker Wednesday, January 18, 2023 : 8:00 am PST – 9:00 am $35 Early Bird Pricing – Members use your discount codes Check-In In Person/Breakfast : 7:30 am Los Robles Greens Golf Course, West Ballroom 299 South Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361 Zoom : 7:55 am Link will be
- [Seminar/Webinar: We're In A New Year's State of Mind - The 2023 Employment Law Update](https://wvceac.org/seminar-webinar-were-in-a-new-years-state-of-mind-the-2023-employment-law-update/) - Register Now Jonathan Fraser Light Guest Speaker Monday, November 14, 2022 : 8:00 am PST – 11:30 am (Special 1/2 Day Seminar) Check-In In Person/Breakfast : 7:30 am Los Robles Greens Golf Course, West Ballroom 299 South Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361 Zoom : 7:55 am Link will be provided prior to meeting PRESENTATION
- [Seminar/Webinar: Investigations & Privacy in the Workplace](https://wvceac.org/seminar-webinar-investigations-privacy-in-the-workplace/) - Seminar/webinar: Privacy & Investigations in the workplace At our September 21st event, investigator Paul Dryman and attorney Matt Kaufman will discuss the best practices to implement and the pitfalls to avoid in regards to data protection, investigating workplace problems and privacy rights of employees, vendors and job candidates. Register here. James Nagy https://about.me/JNagy See Full
- [Seminar/Webinar: Investigations](https://wvceac.org/seminar-webinar-investigations/) - In our June 15 seminar/webinar, attorney Adam Treiger will review conducting workplace investigations stemming from harassment, violence, and discrimination. Register Here. James Nagy https://about.me/JNagy See Full Bio
- [Harnessing Technology: Five Key Strategies for HR ](https://wvceac.org/harnessing-technology-five-key-strategies-for-hr/) - One Minute Update: Imagine a future where your HR department is more efficient, inclusive, and strategic. That future is here, thanks to technology. Today, I'd like to share five key areas where technology helps transform HR operations. Firstly, let's talk about simplifying lives. You can automate day-to-day tasks like payroll, benefits, and attendance tracking with
- [Webinar: Transgender and Nonbinary](https://wvceac.org/webinar-transgender-and-nonbinary/) - Speaker: Addison Rose Vincent Break the Binary, LLC Dates: Wednesday, October 20, 2021 Program: Networking 7:45am – 8:00am Program 8:00am – 9:00am Location: This event will be presented virtually via Zoom. Zoom link will be emailed after online registration. This seminar is designed to educate business owners, human resources
- [Seminar/Webinar: Independent Contractors, Workers Comp, the Labor Commissioner, and You](https://wvceac.org/seminar-webinar-independent-contractors-workers-comp-the-labor-commissioner-and-you/) - Speakers: Chase Fiscus - Fiscus Commercial Insurance Services, Inc. Adam Treiger - Stowell, Zeilenga, Ruth, Vaughn & Treiger LLP Date: Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2021 Program: Networking 7:45am - 8:00am Program 8:00am - 9:00am Location: In Person: Los Robles Greens Banquet Center, 299 Moorpark Rd., Thousand Oaks, CA 91361 This event
- [Seminar/Webinar: Employee Leave Laws and Benefits](https://wvceac.org/employee-leave-laws-and-benefits/) - In our March 2022 seminar, Our featured speaker, attorney Marilyn A. Monahan, will cover employee leave laws that apply during the Covid-19 pandemic and administering benefits under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the California Family Rights Act (CFRA) Click here to register.
- [Webinar/Seminar: Clear as Mud - The Status of Independent Contractors in California](https://wvceac.org/webinar-seminar-clear-as-mud-the-status-of-independent-contractors-in-california/) - There have been many recent changes about the status of independent contractors by California courts and the legislature. Attorney Laura Withrow provides an update on these legal changes to help businesses to correctly categorize these workers Click here to register.
- [Avoiding Problems “IRL” with Remote and In-Person Employees](https://wvceac.org/avoiding-problems-irl-with-remote-and-in-person-employees/) - In this special half-day seminar/webinar, attorney Meghan B. Clark, will review the legal tools at your disposal for hiring, firing and maintaining employees. Register here today!

## Pages

- [Home](https://wvceac.org/) - Employment law updates and HR education for West Ventura County employers. Expert-led seminars and resources to help businesses stay informed and compliant.
- [Your Profile](https://wvceac.org/your-profile/) - Log in to edit your profile.
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- [Registration Checkout](https://wvceac.org/registration-checkout/) - Registration CheckoutWestern Ventura County Employer Advisory Council [ESPRESSO_CHECKOUT] Get in Touch Name Email Address Message Send Messages
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- [Member Profile](https://wvceac.org/member-account/member-profile/) - About Established in 1995 Tell people about what you, your expertise and experience. Think about what you would want to see on this page if you were looking at an about page. This is your chance to tell about how you are qualified to serve them.Nulla hendrerit metus et tincidunt tristique. Fusce molestie commodo mauris, … About Read More »
- [Member Levels](https://wvceac.org/member-account/member-levels/) - About Established in 1995 Tell people about what you, your expertise and experience. Think about what you would want to see on this page if you were looking at an about page. This is your chance to tell about how you are qualified to serve them.Nulla hendrerit metus et tincidunt tristique. Fusce molestie commodo mauris, … About Read More »
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- [Contact](https://wvceac.org/contact/) - Contact Get in Touch Numbers General Inquiries (123) 456 7890 Accounts Inquiries (987) 654 3210 Email info@example.com support@example.com Business Hours Monday — Friday 9am – 5pm Saturday — 10am – 3pm Sunday — Closed Send Us a Message
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- [FAQ](https://wvceac.org/faq/) - Frequently Asked Questions When are the seminars/webinars?Our regular one-and-a-half-hour in-person seminars are held on the second Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. In January, we hold a half-day in-person law update workshop. There are no events in December, as it is dark. Do I have to be a member to attend webinars or seminars?All
- [Community](https://wvceac.org/community/) - Western Ventura County Employer Advisory Council Here are some of the scholarships that the Western Ventura County Employer Advisory Council gave out in 2025 Ryan Haws (WVCEAC Board), Linda Manzo, Lorena Gomez (WVCEAC Board), Kimberly Chavez Employer Advisory Council Scholarships Linda Manzo I attended Ventura College for the Fall semester and was granted
- [About](https://wvceac.org/about/) - About Established in 1995 Tell people about what you, your expertise and experience. Think about what you would want to see on this page if you were looking at an about page. This is your chance to tell about how you are qualified to serve them.Nulla hendrerit metus et tincidunt tristique. Fusce molestie commodo mauris, … About Read More »
- [Member Billing](https://wvceac.org/member-account/member-billing/) - About Established in 1995 Tell people about what you, your expertise and experience. Think about what you would want to see on this page if you were looking at an about page. This is your chance to tell about how you are qualified to serve them.Nulla hendrerit metus et tincidunt tristique. Fusce molestie commodo mauris, … About Read More »
- [Member Only Content](https://wvceac.org/member-account/member-only-content/) - About Established in 1995 Tell people about what you, your expertise and experience. Think about what you would want to see on this page if you were looking at an about page. This is your chance to tell about how you are qualified to serve them.Nulla hendrerit metus et tincidunt tristique. Fusce molestie commodo mauris, … About Read More »
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- [Member Cancel](https://wvceac.org/member-account/member-cancel/) - Cancellation [pmpro_cancel]

## Events

- [Leave of Absence 101: Managing Pregnancy Leave, Workers' Comp, EDD and Everything in Between](https://wvceac.org/events/leave-of-absence-101-managing-pregnancy-leave-workers-comp-edd-and-everything-in-between/) - Identify the key requirements under California law, Navigate the overlapping protections governing pregnancy-related leaves, Understand California's EDD role in the leave process, including State Disability Insurance, (SDI) and Paid Family Leave (PFL) claims Understand how multiple leave entitlements can run simultaneously and how to track and document them
- [The Role of A Leader](https://wvceac.org/events/the_role_of_a_leader/) - Explore the qualities that define great leadership — from building a culture of development and open communication to mastering the core responsibilities of a supervisor: lead, manage, and delegate
- [Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout, Perform at Your Best](https://wvceac.org/events/manage_stress_prevent_burnout_perform_at_your_best/) - Define stress and burnout, Identify common causes of stress and burnout at work, Review ways to reduce stressors, Strengthen emotional intelligence to regulate reactions, Learn best practices to create a positive and healthy work environment
- [Turbocharge your Critical Thinking Skills and Learn How to Make Better Decisions](https://wvceac.org/events/turbocharge_your_critical_thinking_skills_and_learn_how_to_make_better_decisions/) - Identify what's holding back your best decisions and learn to think more creatively and effectively.
- [“What to Do When You Want to Slap Someone, but you Can’t!” & “Why Being Nice Can Be Toxic"](https://wvceac.org/events/what_to_do_when_you_want_to_slap_someone_but_you_cannot/) - In this session, Carol will guide attendees through some essentials of assertive leadership.
- [Crime at work, Investigations, and/or Workers Compensation Fraud](https://wvceac.org/events/crime_at_work_investigations_and-or_workers_compensation_fraud/) - Chief Investigator/Trainer for Montgomery Investigations, a private investigations and health & safety training and consulting firm, has more than 45 years of investigative and environmental management experience.
- [Managing and Unlocking Performance in Your People](https://wvceac.org/events/managing_and_unlocking_performance_in_your_people/) - In this presentation, participants will learn best practices and principles for how managers can better manage, communicate, remove barriers, and coach their team members to unlock and drive higher performance. Key principles for building strong employee relationships will be discussed, along with frameworks for providing effective, critical, and positive feedback.
- [The Current State of U.S. Immigration What Employers & Business Owners Need to Know](https://wvceac.org/events/the_current_state_of_us_immigration_what_employers_business_owners_need_to_know/) - The Current State of U.S. Immigration What Employers & Business Owners Need to Know
- [You Had Me At Happy New Year - The 2026 Employment Law Update!](https://wvceac.org/events/the_2026_employment_law_update/) - The 2026 Employment Law Update
- [The Power of Paperwork: Mastering Supervisor Documentation for Every Stage of Performance](https://wvceac.org/events/the_power_of_paperwork_mastering_supervisor_documentation_for_every_stage_of_performanc/) - The Power of Paperwork: Mastering Supervisor Documentation for Every Stage of Performance
- [Get Ahead of Compliance: Payroll, Tax Audits, and Disability Insurance Made Clear](https://wvceac.org/events/get-ahead-of-compliance-payroll-tax-audits-and-disability-insurance-made-clear/) - Get Ahead of Compliance: Payroll, Tax Audits, and Disability Insurance Made Clear
- [Boost Your Personal & Professional Impact with Emotional Intelligence](https://wvceac.org/events/boost-your-personal-and-professional-impact-with-emotional-intelligence/) - Speakers: Monica Brinser and Hadgar Alavi Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2025 Program: In-Person Networking/Lunch: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Program 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Location: In Person: Ventura Adult and Continuing Education (VACE) 5200 Valentine Road, Ventura CA 93003 Event Overview: Boost Your Personal & Professional Impact with Emotional Intelligence Emotional Intelligence in
- [The Investment That Pays Off: Understanding True Cost & Value of Employee Benefits](https://wvceac.org/events/the-investment-that-pays-off-understanding-true-cost-and-value-of-employee-benefits/) - The Investment That Pays Off: Understanding True Cost & Value of Employee Benefits
- [Understanding Workers' Comp: What Every Employer Needs to Know](https://wvceac.org/events/understanding-workers-comp-what-every-employer-needs-to-know/) - Understanding Workers' Comp: What Every Employer Needs to Know
- [WORKPLACE VIOLENCE PREVENTION](https://wvceac.org/events/workplace-violence-prevention/) - Navigating California's Workplace Violence Prevention. Mandate: Strategies for Compliance and Safety
- [Tips and Highlights on How to use the LinkedIn Platform for Yourself and Business](https://wvceac.org/events/tipsandhighlightsonhowtousethelinkedinplatformforyourselfandbusiness/) - Join us for a targeted session on how small business owners can leverage LinkedIn to enhance branding, marketing, and recruitment.
- [Investigating and Addressing Employee Complaints](https://wvceac.org/events/investigating_and_addressing_employee_complaints/) - Join us for an insightful and practical program led by Adam K. Treiger, focusing on the critical aspects of conducting workplace investigations. This session is designed for HR professionals, business leaders, and legal advisors seeking to enhance their understanding of best practices and compliance requirements.
- [Securing Your Organization: Protecting Your Bottom Line from Cyber Threats](https://wvceac.org/events/securing-your-organization-protecting-your-bottom-line-from-cyber-threats/) - Ready to protect your organization from the growing risks of cybercrime—without getting lost in tech jargon? This ninety-minute, in-person presentation demystifies cybersecurity by focusing on real-world threats and practical solutions that matter to your bottom line. From revealing the sneaky tactics of phishing scammers to outlining the pitfalls of a data breach, you’ll learn immediately actionable strategies to secure your operations and reputation.

## Venues

- [Ventura Adult and Career Education](https://wvceac.org/venues/ventura-adult-and-career-education/) - Ventura Adult and Career Education 5200 Valentine Rd, Ventura, CA 93003
- [Online Zoom Webinar](https://wvceac.org/venues/online-zoom-webinar/) - Details for the Zoom event will be provided in a separate email.
- [Courtyard Marriott](https://wvceac.org/venues/courtyard_marriott/)

## 3D FlipBook

- [2023 Employment Law Update Handout](https://wvceac.org/3d-flip-book/2023-employment-law-update-handout/)

## Speculation Rules

- [Visual Builder Asset Prerender](https://wvceac.org/?_et_pb_speculation=visual-builder-asset-prerender)

## Categories

- [Legal](https://wvceac.org/category/legal/)
- [Labor](https://wvceac.org/category/labor/)
- [Workers Comp](https://wvceac.org/category/workers-comp/)
- [Safety](https://wvceac.org/category/safety/)
- [Advice](https://wvceac.org/category/advice/)
- [Technology](https://wvceac.org/category/technology/)
- [Small Business](https://wvceac.org/category/small-business/)

## Event Types

- [single-event](https://wvceac.org/event-type/single-event/)