Managing Change: An Overview of Recent Updates Impacting Federal Contractors
The Obama administration has focused on addressing fair employment issues through executive actions and regulatory initiatives that are impacting the federal contracting procurement process. Over the last few years, the HR community has been busier than ever managing these changes. In this informative session, you will receive an overview of the newest policies impacting your compliance obligations when you do business with the federal government, information on how the government will review your compliance efforts, and tools and resources to ensure that you meet the latest requirements. You will leave this session with a better understanding of:
- The latest executive actions and FAR and OFCCP policies affecting federal contractor compliance obligations.
- How to prepare for new regulatory requirements, such as the OFCCP's pay transparency regulations.
- Policies on the horizon with future implications for contractors, including the proposed equal pay report, blacklisting and paid leave.
Lynn Clements
As Director of Audit & HR Services for Berkshire Associates Inc., Lynn A. Clements oversees Berkshire’s audit defense, pay equity and advanced people analytics practice. Throughout her career, Lynn has provided clients with strategic insight and practical compliance and risk management advice in hundreds of government investigations, including OFCCP compliance reviews and EEOC investigations.
With over 20 years of experience, including serving in high level policy positions at both the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Lynn is a regular presenter of management and employee training at all levels of organizations and has testified before Congress regarding EEO and pay equity issues. Lynn is a frequent presenter at national events, including the 2021 NILG, where she spoke about focused reviews, promotional practices, and was featured on a panel. She has also spoken at several local ILG meetings in 2021, including Charlotte, Ohio, Philadelphia, Orange County, and more.
