Overview
The immigration landscape is shifting rapidly, and employers are facing an increasingly complex environment when it comes to hiring, retaining, and managing foreign talent. Policy updates, evolving adjudication standards, and heightened government scrutiny are redefining how organizations must approach employment-based immigration.
This webinar, "Adapting to Shifting Immigration Policies: What Smart Employers Are Doing Now," provides HR professionals, recruiters, and business leaders with the insights and tools needed to stay ahead of these changes. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how recent immigration policy adjustments affect H-1B, L-1, TN, OPT, and permanent residency sponsorships as well as how proactive employers are responding strategically.
Our expert speaker will unpack current enforcement trends, risk areas, and best practices for maintaining a legally sound immigration program. You’ll learn how leading organizations are streamlining documentation, managing Requests for Evidence (RFEs), and protecting their workforce while remaining compliant with federal requirements.
By the end of this session, participants will walk away with actionable strategies to strengthen compliance, minimize disruption, and maintain talent continuity in an unpredictable policy environment
Why you should Attend
The immigration environment is no longer predictable and employers who fail to adapt risk compliance violations, talent loss, and operational delays. This webinar is designed for HR leaders, compliance officers, and business executives who want to stay ahead of change and safeguard their global workforce.
Whether you manage a handful of visa holders or a large multinational workforce, this session will help you operate confidently in a time of uncertainty and transformation.
Areas Covered in the Session
- Understand the latest immigration policy changes and their impact on employment-based visa programs
- Learn how leading employers are adapting to new adjudication trends and enforcement priorities
- Explore effective strategies for managing visa renewals, RFEs, and compliance documentation
- Gain insights into proactive risk management to prepare for audits and inspections
- Discover tools and best practices to support a compliant, future-ready workforce
- Identify key steps for aligning HR and legal teams around immigration compliance and planning
Who Will Benefit
- Human Resources Directors and Managers
- Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Professionals
- Corporate Compliance Officers
- HR Business Partners and Generalists
- Operations and Business Leaders involved in workforce planning
- Global Mobility and International Assignment Specialists
- Small Business Owners and Executives managing visa sponsorships
Speaker Profile
Racquel L. Harris is the President and Chief Strategy Officer at R.L. Harris & Associates, LLC, bringing over 25 years of executive-level experience to her role. With dual certifications in Human Resources and Risk Management, she also holds a BA in Organizational Communication from Indiana University and an MBA from Purdue University. Currently, Racquel is pursuing her Doctorate in Strategic Leadership.
She has a deep understanding of the pivotal role training plays within an organization and excels in strategic planning and execution, skills she honed during her tenure as President of the Michiana Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and on the Indiana SHRM State Council.
Racquel is an expert in labor relations, federal and state employment laws, and aligning human resources practices with organizational objectives. Known in the community as a servant leader, she has received multiple accolades, including the Martin Luther King Drum Major Award from former Mayor Jeff Rea, the "40 under 40" recognition by the St. Joseph County Chamber of Commerce, the Seven Seals Award from the ESGR, and the Michiana SHRM Leader of the Year Award.
Her commitment to community service is further demonstrated through her roles on several boards and committees In addition to her professional work, Racquel frequently volunteers her time offering professional skills training to help individuals prepare for employment. She remains dedicated to supporting the growth and success of others.