TWC’s Office of the Commissioner Representing Employers sponsors the Texas Conference for Employers, a series of employer seminars held each year throughout the state. At these seminars, employers can learn about:
• Texas and federal employment laws.
• Unemployment claims and appeals process.
Experienced speakers explain important issues for Texas businesses and answer your questions.
Conference Information
We choose seminar topics based on the most common inquiries. Sometimes we substitute a topic or change the order because of scheduling conflicts.
Here are examples of one- and two-day conference schedules:
Recommended attire is business casual.
Here are some of the topics we typically cover:
- Texas Employment Law and Hiring Legally
- Federal and Texas Wage and Hour Law
- Unemployment Claims and Appeals
- Independent Contractors
- Employee Policy Handbooks
- Drug Testing
- Workplace Privacy Issues
- Background Checks and Social Media
This conference focuses on state and federal employment laws. We do not handle questions about:
- COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA: These are complicated insurance laws.
- Retirement/Pension Plans: We do not offer advice on these topics.
- Labor Unions or Collective Bargaining: We do not deal with issues related to unions.
These topics are highly specialized and require a lot of expertise. To get the best advice, we strongly recommend that you seek legal counsel that specializes in these areas.
Seating is limited, so we recommend that you register in advance. Phone registration is not accepted.
Registration Fees
One-Day Conference - $200.00
Two-Day Conference - $325.00
Online Registration
You may register online once a conference is scheduled. See the below dates and locations to register now.
Registration at the Conference
Space for walk-ins is limited. We recommend that you register in advance.
Accepted Payments
The registration fee may be paid by check, credit card or cash (in person only).
Cancellation Policy
The registration fee is nonrefundable. If you cannot attend, you may send someone else in your place or transfer your fee to a future date. If possible, your substitute should bring a copy of your confirmation letter.
Conference Materials
Conference attendees receive handouts and a copy of the Texas Guidebook for Employers. The handouts and guidebook are developed by speakers and the information is explained in more detail during the presentation. For this reason, it is best to send someone in your place if you cannot attend.
Professional Development Credits
We offer several professional development credits. The number of hours earned will depend on the final conference schedule.
• General (may be applicable to certifications not listed here)
• CPE
• MCLE
• Texas Workforce Commission is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs)for SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recertification activities.
Conference Locations & Dates
2025 Confirmed locations and dates.
| Date | Location | Address | Agenda | Days | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 25, 2025 | Denton - SOLD OUT | Embassy Suites - Denton Convention Center 3100 Town Center Trail Denton, TX 76201 | Agenda | 1 | In-Person Only |
| May 9, 2025 | Amarillo - Sign Up | Embassy Suites Amarillo Downtown Center 350 Buchanan St. Amarillo, TX 79101 | Agenda | 1 | In-Person Only |
| May 23,2025 | Longview - Sign Up | Hilton Garden Inn Longview 905 E. Hawkins Pkwy Longview, TX 75605 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| June 13, 2025 | Victoria - Sign Up | Victoria College Emerging Technology Complex 7403 Lone Tree Rd. Victoria, TX 77905 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| July 10-11, 2025 | Houston/The Woodlands | The Woodlands Waterway Marriott & Convention Center 1601 Lake Robbins Drive The Woodlands, TX 77380 | 2 | In-Person/Virtual | |
| August 8, 2025 | Abilene | DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Convention Center 500 Cypress St. Abilene, TX 79601 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| August 22, 2025 | Round Rock | Kalahari Resorts & Conventions 3001 Kalahari Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| September 5, 2025 | Dallas | The Westin Galleria 13340 Dallas Parkway Dallas, TX 75240 | 1 | In-Person Only |