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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 9, 2026 | Victoria - Sign Up | Victoria College Emerging Technology Complex 7403 Lone Tree Rd. Victoria, TX 77905 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| February 6, 2026 | Big Spring - Sign Up | Hotel Settles 200 E. 3Rd St. Big Spring, TX 79720 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| March 13, 2026 | Lubbock - Sign Up | Overton Hotel & Conference Center 2322 Mac Davis Lane Lubbock Texas, 79401 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| March 27, 2026 | College Station - Sign Up | Hilton College Station and Convention Center 801 University Dr. E College Station, TX 77840 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| April 17, 2026 | Baytown - Sign Up | Hyatt Regency Baytown 100 Convention Center Way Baytown, TX 77520 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| May 1, 2026 | Lancaster -Sign Up | Dallas College Cedar Valley Campus 3030 N. Dallas Avenue Lancaster, TX 75134 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| May 29, 2026 | Corpus Christi - Sign Up | Holiday Inn Corpus Christi Airport 5549 Leopard Street Corpus Christi, TX 78408 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| June 26, 2026 | Harlingen - Sign Up | Harlingen Convention Center 701 Harlingen Heights Drive Harlingen, TX 78552 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| August 7, 2026 | Waco - Sign Up | Waco Convention Center 100 Washington Avenue Waco, Texas 76701 | 1 | In-Person Only | |
| September 18, 2026 | San Angelo - Sign Up | Pearl on the Concho 333 Rio Concho Dr. San Angelo, TX 76903 | 1 | In-Person Only |