Valley Contractors Exchange

VCE 2026 Event Sponsorship Registration
2025-10-30 08:00 - 2026-09-28 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Valley Contractors Exchange (VCE), 951 East 8th Street, Chico, CA, 95928, United States
Lock in your 2026 VCE Sponsorship by selecting a registration ticket below! You will be contacted for payment or invoiced, and more event details will follow.
For admission tickets only, visit the event page for the tickets you would like to purchase, or call 530-343-1981
VCE thanks you so much for your support!
EVENT DATES:
CRAB FEED – FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20TH
CLAY SHOOT – FRIDAY, MAY 15TH
GOLF TOURNAMENT – MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH

Family & Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Webinar by HR TrainOnline
2025-11-06 10:00 - 11:30 | Webinar, CA, United States
Thursday, November 6, 2025 @ 10:00am
75 Min

Overview:The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is a labor law requiring employers of a certain size to provide employees with unpaid time off for serious family health issues or situations.
Qualified reasons may include adoption, pregnancy, foster care placement, family or personal illness, or military leave. It also provides for the continuation of insurance coverage and job protection while the employee is on leave. The FMLA is intended to provide families with the time and resources to deal with family emergencies, while also guiding employers.
It starts with understanding the basic requirements for employers and employees. Which employers are covered under the FLSA? When are employees eligible for its benefits? Employers are required to inform employees of these rights, as well as keeping them notified after requests for leave are made. Further, employers need to understand how employees certify their illness and schedule the time off.
This webinar is designed to go well beyond the regulatory requirements of the FMLA. Employers need to know what information needs to be kept for proper recordkeeping. Leave calculation can and does conflict and correlate with other Federal Acts such as the ADA and COBRA, and other benefits such as workers compensation. Learn when leave applies to which. You will also know which states have acts that extend other leave rights to employees beyond the FMLA.
Compliance with the FMLA takes a coordinated effort between employers, HR and managers. You must be able to recognize what triggers an FMLA leave request, and the proper actions to take to enroll and certify employees. Complexities are inherent for intermittent leave requests, mental health issues and remote employees. Learn best practices from experts, including a compliance checklist to follow throughout the process from and employee’s leave to work return.
Why you should Attend: Finally, medical leave is prone to employee abuse. HR and management needs to know how to recognize the most common red flags that suggest you are being taken advantage of. Learn how to identify actions from employees that require investigation. Learn how to respond to employees to hold them accountable. Also find out best practices for preventing FMLA abuse
So Join Mark Schwartz in this informative webinar to be up to date the FMLA and how to effectively and efficiently manage the requirements for your employees.
Areas Covered in the Session:

FMLA Regulation Summary

General Requirements on Leave Amounts and Qualifying Medical Conditions
Which employees are eligible for the benefits
Which employers are covered by the FMLA
What notices are required by employers for employees – Posting, Eligibility, Rights and Responsibilities, Designation
How employees certify illnesses and conditions
Scheduling and Calculating Leave Hours – 12 month period, accrual and usage
Where to get more information if needed

Recordkeeping

What information needs to be kept and available for inspection. – payroll, policies, certifications, acceptance and denial of requests
Confidentiality requirements

Interaction with other Federal Acts

How and when to credit leave under each act vs FMLA
ADA, PDA, COBRA,

Interaction with State Requirements

Requirements of many states that go beyond the FMLA for the benefit of employees. What categories the differences occur
A list of acts by states

Complying with the FMLA

What triggers and FMLA request and actions to take
Certification problems such as illness eligibility and length of leave
Incomplete certification and other issues
Intermittent Leave for Chronic Conditions, Ongoing Treatment, etc
Qualifying mental health conditions
Remote and Hybrid Employees

How to Handle Employee Abuse

The difference between fraud and abuse
Examples of employee abuse
Red Flags that alert employers to possible abuse
Preventing, Identifying and Responding to abuse

Who Will Benefit:

HR Managers and HR Generalists
Employee Relations Specialists
Benefits Administrators
Compliance and Policy Officers
Payroll Managers
In-House Legal Counsel (Employment Law)
Leave of Absence Coordinators
Labor Relations Managers
Business Owners and Office Managers
Risk Management Professionals
Supervisors and Department Heads
Operations Managers involved in workforce scheduling

Instructor:
Mark Schwartz is an employment tax specialist and has over 15 years of employment tax experience as an independent consultant and as a payroll tax auditor with the State of California. He has managed an audit caseload of 20 ongoing audits, from small home-based businesses to large multi-national corporations. He is expert at defining regulatory and statutory requirements from local, State and Federal government agencies; and helping the average businessperson understand what that means to their business. He has processed weekly and bi-weekly payroll checks plus tax forms for businesses with hourly as well as exempt workers, multistate operations and a wide variety of benefits.
Mr.Schwartz provides consulting services encompassing payroll processing and payroll tax issues. These include payroll tax minimization, payroll tax compliance reviews, independent contractor studies, use of electronic transfers, deductions, benefits, etc. Mark has represented both clients and the State in front of the State Appeals Board. He understands the complexities of local wage laws, unemployment and disability claims, and other wage and benefit issues affecting your employees.
Mark prides himself on his outstanding customer service skills. He listens attentively to his clientele, helping them bridge the gap between the small business world and Government bureaucracy. He eagerly assists with clients needs and feels that educating clients toward faster, accurate and more complete payroll processes provide the most value.
Mark is a participating member of the American Payroll Association. He earned his BA and MBA in Finance at Santa Clara University. He has held Certified Internal Auditor and Certified Investment and Derivatives Auditor Credentials. Mark is currently pursuing a Certified Payroll Fundamentals Credential with the American Payroll Association.

Labor Law Update with Attorney Ann Wicks- Butte College Skyway Center
2025-11-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Butte College Skyway Center, 2480 Notre Dame Blvd., Chico, CA, 95928, United States
Labor Law Update
with Ann Wicks

$95

*Butte College Skyway Center
Stay ahead of the curve with Labor Law Updates, a comprehensive overview of significant labor and employment legislation changes proposed for 2025. Led by Attorney Ann Wicks, this training ensures that you and your organization are fully prepared to navigate new legal requirements and maintain compliance in the evolving workplace.
Learning Objectives:

Understand Key Legislative Changes: Gain insights into the most impactful labor and employment laws set to take effect in 2025.
Identify Compliance Requirements: Learn what steps your organization needs to take to align with new regulations and avoid legal pitfalls.
Develop Strategies for Implementation: Understand how to integrate these legislative changes into your existing HR and compliance practices smoothly.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

Ensure Legal Compliance: Staying informed on labor law changes helps protect your organization from potential legal risks and costly penalties.
Adapt to Changing Regulations: Equip your team with the knowledge to adapt policies and procedures to meet new legislative requirements.
Protect Employee Rights: Understanding new laws helps foster a fair and equitable workplace, enhancing trust and morale among employees.

Are You Ready to Stay Compliant, sign up today? Join Labor Law Updates with Attorney Ann Wicks and ensure your organization is prepared for the year’s changes in labor and employment law.
Trainer: Ann Wicks is an Employment and Labor Law Attorney with over 20 years of experience. She specializes in wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment, wage and hour compliance, and more. Ann advises companies across Butte County and California, helping them navigate complex employment laws and maintain compliant workplaces.
REGISTER HERE

Or visit: https://buttethetrainingplace.coursestorm.com/course/labor-law-update9

Probiz Procurement Summit- Connecting Small Businesses to Opportunities
2025-11-13 09:00 - 16:00 | 2001 Point West Way Sacramento, CA 95815, 2001 Point West Way, Sacramento, 95815, United States
Probiz Procurement Summit- Connecting Small Businesses to Opportunities

Join us at the Norcal Probiz Procurement Summit for a day of networking, learning, and growth in the procurement industry!

Date and time

Thursday, November 13 · 9am – 4pm PST

Location

2001 Point West Way Sacramento, CA 95815

Highlights

7 hours
In person

About this event

Business • Sales & Marketing

Welcome to the Norcal Probiz Procurement Summit! Join us for a day filled with insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and expert panels. This in-person event will be held at the Doubletree Hilton Hotel located at 2001 Point West Way Sacramento, CA 95815, where you’ll have the chance to connect with industry leaders and learn about the latest trends in procurement. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and grow your professional network. Register now to secure your spot!

2025 Annual Labor & Employment Update Webinar by Cook Brown LLP
2025-11-19 09:00 - 10:30 | Webinar, CA, United States
Wednesday, November 19th @ 9:00am
75 Min

2025 Annual Labor & Employment Law Update

Live Webinar – November 19, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM PT

The new year is bringing major legal updates for California employers. Join us on November 19 for our Annual Labor and Employment Law Update webinar, where Cook Brown attorneys will break down the laws and court decisions that will shape your policies and practices in 2026. Here’s what we’ll cover:
California Employers: Our Hot Picks for 2026
You’ll get a practical overview of key developments, including:

Independent contractor status
Equal Pay Act compliance
Pay data and affirmative action reporting
Use of AI in the workplace

We’ll also highlight important court decisions and enforcement trends, including:

Harassment in the workplace
PAGA litigation
Arbitration agreements and recent rulings

This free webinar is designed for employers, HR professionals, and anyone responsible for workplace compliance going into the new year.

2026 Labor Law Poster Orders
2025-11-24 15:00 - 2026-08-01 17:00 | Valley Contractors Exchange (VCE), 951 East 8th Street, Chico, CA, 95928, United States
Pre-order your 2026 Labor Law poster for distribution January & February 2026. You will be contacted and notified when your order is ready. Once ready, they will be available for pick-up at 951 East 8th Street, Chico, CA, or can be mailed to you or dropped off at your office (Chico/Durham/Paradise only). Call (530) 343-1981 if you have any questions

Paradise Residential Builder and Homeowner Meeting
2025-12-03 15:00 - 16:00 | Paradise Building Resiliency Center, 6295 Skyway, Paradise, 95969, United States
The Town of Paradise invites residential contractors, homeowners, and prospective homeowners to attend the upcoming meeting:

Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025
3:00-4:00pm
6295 Skyway, Paradise, CA 95969
COVERING SIGNIFICANT CHANGES TO THE CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE
Speakers: Patti Samons & Tony Lindsey

Visit website for more:
www.townofparadise.com/building

First Aid- CPR Certification Class at VCE Office- Monday, December 8th
2025-12-08 08:00 - 12:30 | Valley Contractors Exchange (VCE), 951 East 8th Street, Chico, CA, 95928, United States
Contractor employers, your crews need this certification every two years- and each job site must have at least one certified individual present!
Register your employees or yourself for the next class on Monday, December 8th from 8:00AM-12:30PM with Mary Mansfield!
Member Price: $95 (billed on monthly member statement)
Non-Member Price: $110 (Due upon registration:) Call Heather @ 530-343-1981 (snacks provided!)

California Construction Liens Webinar - FREE! by Absolute HR Consulting
2025-12-17 09:00 - 10:30 | Online, CA, United States
Join Absolute HR Consulting for this valuable free webinar on California Construction Liens
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Register Here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Dj5_TtHJTpK1TDMNv5GhkQ#/registration

Construction Technology Field Days- January 7th and 8th - Hosted by 5D Solutions with Topcon
2026-01-07 08:00 | Butte College, 3536 Butte Campus Drive, Oroville, 95965, United States
Don’t miss Construction Technology Field Days with 5D Solutions and Topcon – FREE
Butte College Campus
Wednesday AND Thursday, January 7th-8th
Registration required, please visit link:
https://forms.zohopublic.com/5dsolutionsinc/form/EventRegistrationForm/formperma/d6AjrCZf_oMeYcjuPiA3qtELp4XiNgBPoUlvdBSuRI8

VCWF Construction Trades Day 2026
2026-01-22 | Silver Dollar Fairgrounds, 2357 Fair Street, Chico, CA, 95928, United States
2026 Construction Trades Day
Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Chico Fairgrounds – 2357 Fair Street, Chico, CA

For More Information or to Sponsor, Contact Melissa Crick- exec@vcwfonline.com or 530-343-1981
You can also visit the Valley Contractors Workforce Foundation Trades Day Registration Page

Construction Succession Planning with Jennifer Ellingson
2026-02-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Hignell Companies Conference Room, 1750 Humboldt Road, Chico, 95928, United States
Join VCE staff and Jennifer Ellingson (DiDuca Ellingson Law) for a presentation and Q&A
Small bites lunch provided
When: Friday, February 6, 2025
Where: 1750 Humboldt Road, Chico, CA
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

VCE 28th Annual Crab Feed
2026-02-20 17:00 - 23:00 | Manzanita Place at the Chico Elks Lodge, 1705 Manzanita Avenue, Chico, CA, 95926, United States
** A 21 & Over Event- Please no Children or Infants:)
When: Friday, February 20th, 2026
Where: Chico Elks Lodge – 1705 Manzanita Avenue, Chico
