Events

Networking on Lady Bird Lake!

CTCBA invites you to an unforgettable evening of networking, connection, and community — all while cruising the scenic waters of Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin.

This special event, chartered by Capital Cruises, offers a relaxed and unique atmosphere to engage with fellow Compensation & Benefits professionals, share ideas, and expand your network.

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✨ Enjoy:
✔️ Light refreshments with great conversation
✔️ Door prizes and giveaways
✔️ Stunning sunset views of the Austin skyline

Where: Hyatt Regency Boat Dock, 208 Barton Springs Rd.
When: Thursday, May 21st | 6:00 – 8:00 PM

⚡ Space is limited — RSVP early to secure your spot! We can’t wait to see you aboard!

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Compensation as a Performance Engine: Designing People Investment Programs that Drive Business Results

We’re excited to invite you to an insightful and timely session with Hannah Hargrave of Herron Palmer: Compensation is more than pay, it’s a strategic tool that can shape culture, attract the right talent, and drive organizational success. Join us as we explore how thoughtful people investment programs can become a true performance engine for your business.

Topics include:
✨ Designing a vision for the talent you want
✨ Meeting modern employee expectations head-on
✨Individualization without inequity
✨ Turning compensation into a story leaders can understand
✨ Governance that supports long-term success

This is a session you won’t want to miss if you’re looking to strengthen your organization’s compensation strategy and better align people programs with business results.

About Our Speaker:

Hannah Hargrave

Hannah Hargrave is a Consultant and Compensation Project Manager at Herron Palmer in Colorado. She leads projects across compensation and total rewards, with expertise in market research, internal equity, external competitiveness, compliance, and the development of practical tools that support effective compensation administration.

With a professional background spanning research, higher education, and healthcare, Hannah brings a unique and evidence-based perspective to complex organizational challenges. She is known for delivering thoughtful, individualized solutions and for her passion for education, development, and change management. Hannah thrives on using data and analytics to drive informed decisions and enjoys partnering with organizations to create impactful, people-centered strategies.

 Come join us for great conversation, valuable insights, and a chance to connect with fellow professionals over lunch!

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CTCBA is excited to launch our 2026 educational series with our Annual Legal Update! Start your morning with a coffee bar and breakfast and create your own custom coffee drink served in a CTCBA stainless steel coffee mug you’ll take home with you. 

Join us for a timely and practical discussion on the most critical employment law developments employers need to know for 2026. 

Collin Brodrick, Partner with Fisher & Phillips LLP, a leading international labor and employment law firm, will share insights on emerging risks, compliance priorities, and proactive strategies to help employers navigate today’s evolving workplace. 

Key topics for 2026 include: 

• State and federal enforcement of trade secret and non-competition agreements
• Federal immigration enforcement, H1-B visas, and I-9 audits
• Changes in state and federal legalization of cannabis
•  Federal and state regulatory changes impacting employers
• Pay transparency, wage & hour and classification developments
• AI and technology in hiring and employment decisions
• Shifting enforcement trend related to DEI, discrimination and harassment
• Updates to leave laws, accommodations ad workplace flexibility

Collin Brodrick assists employers in responding to employee complaints filed with various federal and state agencies, including the Texas Workforce Commission, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the Department of Labor. Collin also regularly advises and trains managers, HR professionals, and in-house counsel regarding Texas and multistate compliance with federal and state employment laws and numerous workplace issues, including discrimination and harassment prevention, internal investigations, family and medical leave, disability, pregnancy, military leave and reinstatement rights, wage advancements and deductions, terminations, RIFS and furloughs, and overtime pay. Collin frequently assists clients in preparing employment policies and handbooks and has considerable experience in drafting non-competition agreements and evaluating their enforceability.

 Join us! Follow the link to register

CTCBA Total Rewards Roundtable 2026
“What’s Working, What Isn’t, and What Matters Most in 2026”

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming CTCBA Total Rewards Roundtable—a highly interactive session focused on the hottest topics shaping Total Rewards as we move into 2026. This conversation will bring together HR, Benefits, Compensation, and Total Rewards professionals to explore what’s working, what isn’t, and what you need to know in the year ahead. 

Date: December 4th
Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm
Location:
1250 S. Capital of Texas Highway
Lobby, Cielo Center Building 2
Austin, TX 78746

What to Expect

This roundtable is designed to spark real, practical dialogue. Together, we’ll explore:
• Rising medical and pharmacy trends
• Evolving compensation pressures and pay equity
• Mental health and holistic wellbeing priorities
• Financial wellbeing and Secure Act 2.0 impacts
• Innovations in insurance, stop-loss, and cost management
• What organizations plan to change—or must change—for 2026

Attendees will rotate through topic tables, share insights, and hear what peers across Central Texas are experiencing in real time.

Why Attend?

The Total Rewards landscape is shifting rapidly. This roundtable will help you:
• Understand emerging trends
• Benchmark what others are doing
• Identify strategies that are delivering ROI
• Gain practical insights to bring back to your organization immediately

This is our favorite annual CTCBA event! Join us! Follow the link to register

Join us! Follow the link to register

Cruise with the Bosses – Networking on Lady Bird Lake!

CTCBA invites you to an unforgettable evening of networking, connection, and community — all while cruising the scenic waters of Lady Bird Lake in downtown Austin.

This special event, chartered by Capital Cruises, offers a relaxed and unique atmosphere to engage with fellow Compensation & Benefits professionals, share ideas, and expand your network.

✨ Enjoy:
✔️ Light refreshments with great conversation
✔️ Door prizes and giveaways
✔️ Stunning sunset views of the Austin skyline

Where: Hyatt Regency Boat Dock, 208 Barton Springs Rd.
When: Thursday, October 16th | 6:00 – 8:00 PM

⚡ Space is limited — RSVP early to secure your spot! We can’t wait to see you aboard!

Parking available close by...

CTCBA is excited to announce an upcoming Wellness Lunch & Learn featuring Patrick Mercer and Dr. Chris Cato from Airrosti! 

Patrick Mercer is the Regional Vice President of Business Development at Airrosti, bringing over 15 years of experience in health promotion and employee benefits strategy. He has partnered with hundreds of employers across industries to design and implement award-winning benefits programs that drive measurable impact. With a background in Kinesiology and customer success, Patrick is passionate about building relationships, guiding strategic growth, and creating innovative healthcare partnerships that improve musculoskeletal care and deliver lasting value for clients and their members.

Dr. Chris Cato joined Airrosti in 2004 as an Airrosti Certified Provider and has proudly celebrated more than 20 years with the organization. Today Dr. Cato serves as the Chief Population Health Officer and is responsible for exploring and developing strategic partnerships with health systems, ACOs, carriers, consultants, and preferred care delivery organizations to enhance the delivery of value-based musculoskeletal care. Dr. Cato's driving mission is to transform the MSK industry by building a true end-to-end solution that moves people from pain to possibility.

Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Norris Conference Center

Agenda

• Airrosti Origin Story
• Healing Methodology
• Patient Outcomes
• Relevant Case Study / White Paper
• Central Texas Footprint / Success Stories
• Our Evolution to offering Total MSK solution
• Complimentary Employer Offerings
• Q&A

This is a great opportunity to invest in your health, share ideas, and learn strategies that support personal and professional well-being—all while enjoying lunch with your HR colleagues.