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Oswald Companies is pleased to welcome Pittsburgh‑area business leaders to the second session of our 2026 First Light Forum executive series, Managing Workforce Risk: From Hire to Exit. This program continues our focus on timely workforce and employment risk topics shaping employer decision‑making in 2026.
Hosted by Oswald Companies in collaboration with Buchanan shareholders, Christian Antkowiak and Erin McLaughlin, this session brings together legal and risk perspectives to help employers navigate an increasingly complex regulatory environment.
A Practical Look at Workforce Risk in 2026
Employment‑related risk continues to evolve as leave laws expand, accommodation expectations become more nuanced and enforcement activity remains active. During this discussion, attendees will explore:
- Key developments in federal and state leave laws
- How to approach employee accommodations with greater clarity
- Where retaliation risk often arises and how employers can reduce exposure
- Common handbook and policy pitfalls
- Steps employers can take now to stay aligned with employment laws and workforce trends impacting risk in 2026
The session is designed to move beyond headlines and provide practical considerations leaders can apply across the employment lifecycle, from hire through exit.
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for professionals involved in workforce strategy, compliance and employee relations, including:
- HR leaders, including benefits and total rewards leaders
- C‑suite executives and operations leaders
- Legal, compliance and risk management professionals
- Anyone responsible for employee relations, investigations or workplace policies
Attendees will leave with actionable takeaways to help strengthen compliance efforts and manage workforce risk with confidence.
Event Details
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | 8:00 to 9:30 a.m.
RSVP by June 19
Duquesne Club
325 Sixth Avenue, Carnegie Room
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
This program has been approved for one SHRM credit for eligible participants.
RSVP by June 19
Featured Speakers
Christian Antkowiak, Shareholder, Buchanan
Christian co‑chairs Buchanan’s Labor, Employment, Benefits and Immigration section and advises employers nationwide on complex employment and workforce matters.
Erin J. McLaughlin, Shareholder, Buchanan
Erin provides strategic, day‑to‑day guidance to employers on labor and employment issues, including compliance, investigations and workforce management.
Sherri Grasak, Event Host and Moderator
Sherri leads Oswald Companies’ Pittsburgh market, overseeing Property & Casualty, Health and Benefits, and Life and Retirement solutions. Under her leadership, the Pittsburgh team delivers coordinated, data‑driven guidance to help organizations address risk and workforce challenges.
For more information, please contact Sherri Grasak.
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