Texas Labor & Employee Relations Consortium

Texas Labor and Employee Relations Consortium (TLERC) is an invitation only, professional networking forum of senior labor relations, human resources and business operational leaders from across Texas.  TLERC meets 3 times per year to share updates on current activities and review the latest in economic, regulatory, and legal events impacting labor relations.  We discuss ways to optimize the human factor in organizational performance.  Sessions are be largely panel and roundtable based to provide leaders a better opportunity to exchange information and ideas.  In addition, the group invites distinguished guest speakers and subject matter experts familiar with emerging workforce issues.

This group is helpful to all senior leaders and especially those who anticipate or are currently engaged in some form of transition such as 1) reorganization (including reductions in force), 2) outsourcing or in-sourcing, 3) mergers, acquisitions, or divestitures, 4) rebranding 5) raising performance standards or 6) union organizing.  Across industries, periods of significant change in an organization increase challenges to perform beyond expectations.  Events that may drive one company into organizational turmoil may allow another to prosper.  Amid the inherent disruption of change, are people. An appreciation for the importance of effectively leading these individuals who will manage change is the common denominator for TLERC members.

With the benefit of collaborative thought from fellow members of various industries, regulatory environments, and organizations of varying size and structure, TLERC members can better understand and manage trends in the operational, legal, and political arenas that impact their ability to successfully achieve their business goals.  Real world experiences and case studies presented by peer business leaders will be augmented by data and legal references presented by economists, attorneys and labor relations strategists.

Whether your organization is currently union-free or unionized, understanding the connection between strategy, people, and outcomes is vital to an organization’s success.  Assessing your vulnerability to outside intervention such as union organizing or regulatory investigation can be a major factor in certain business decisions.  Whether it is staving off a union drive, avoiding employment-related litigation, or improving performance, how an organization strategically thinks about its people, at all levels, is critical.

Who should attend?

Generally speaking, invitations are extended to senior operational and human resources leaders. This might include vice presidents, senior directors, general managers and business unit managers who are responsible for the strategic direction of their functional areas.  If you would like to be considered for membership or would like to refer a colleague for membership, please submit their name and contact information to tlerc@oliverbell.com.

Membership & Registration Fees

The cost for a two year membership is $2,000.  A complimentary membership is being offered to participants in the inaugural year.  There is no registration fee to attend the October 6th meeting.