One of the most pressing issues facing seasonal businesses continues to be labor – specifically how to secure reliable employees to fill seasonal and permanent needs. Advertising does not always work and if you are lucky enough to hire a U.S. worker, they may not stay more than a few days.


It is a myth that the only reason an employer would hire foreign workers is because it’s “cheap labor.” The reality is they cannot always find reliable U.S. options. In this webinar series, we will navigate through the complex maze of the H-2B non-agriculture and H-2A agricultural visa programs to provide an overview of visa requirements, procedures, compliance and employer obligations. We will also discuss foreign labor options to fill permanent labor needs at farms and seasonal businesses.


Who should attend: Human Resources, Business Owners, General Counsel


We will take questions in advance, which can be submitted when you register. The webinars will be recorded for those unable to attend live.


 SHRM credit available

Leonard J. (L.J.) D'Arrigo

518-701-2770

ldarrigo@harrisbeach.com

Jarrod M. Sharp

518-701-2783

jsharp@harrisbeach.com

Demystifying the 2025 H-2B Visa Program: What Seasonal Employers Need to Know

August 27, 2024 | 9:00 - 10:30 am EST



  • H-2B 101: The 2025 process
  • 2025 updates
  • H-2B DOL and USCIS compliance requirements
  • How to prepare for an H-2B government audit
REGISTER HERE

H-2A: Navigating the Maze: Getting the Agricultural Workers you Need Legally 

September 10, 2024 | 9:00 - 10:30 am EST



  • H-2A 101: The Process 
  • H-2A employer obligations and compliance requirements
  • What constitutes "agricultural" employment?
  • Breaking down the DOL and USCIS H-2A final rules
  • Strategy and best practices
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Permanent Foreign Labor Options for Seasonal Businesses

September 24, 2024 | 9:00 - 10:30 am EST



  • PERM labor certification 101: navigating the permanent labor process
  • Defining the job and requirements
  • The prevailing wage process
  • Advertising and recruitment requirements
  • USCIS processing
  • Maintaining your seasonal visa programs (H-2A/B) while navigating the PERM process
  • Consular processing vs. adjustment of status 
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I-9 Compliance: What Every Seasonal Business Needs to Know

October 22, 2024 | 9:00 - 10:30 am EST



  • I-9 Compliance 101: The Rules
  • Avoiding nationality discrimination in the hiring process
  • How to complete Form I-9
  • I-9 FAQ's
REGISTER HERE
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