Chalk Talk on Unemployment Insurance – The Rules of the Game the HR Professional Needs to Know
We will demystify the unemployment insurance process in Arkansas and discuss relevant information for HR professionals. We will discuss not on the claims process, but the contribution rate calculation principles with an aim toward understanding the bottom line impact of various events. We will conclude with a healthy time for Q & A to separate the fact and fiction of unemployment insurance.
Key Objectives
1) Have a better full picture understanding of the claim process and what it means for an employee to be disqualified or not disqualified
2) Understand the various enforcement mechanisms, procedures and duties of the Arkansas Department of Workforce Services
3) Better understand the contribution rate calculation process
Wayne Young
Attorney | Partner at Friday, Eldredge & Clark LLP
Wayne Young is a partner at Friday, Eldredge & Clark LLP, where he focuses on labor and employment law and advises organizations on workplace compliance, risk management, and evolving employment issues. He serves as General Counsel to the Arkansas State Council of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), working closely with HR professionals on the legal and practical challenges shaping today’s workforce. Wayne is recognized nationally by Chambers USA and The Best Lawyers in America for his work in employment law and has been honored by both Arkansas SHRM and the Central Arkansas Human Resource Association for his legislative advocacy on behalf of the HR profession. With deep experience at the intersection of HR strategy and legal compliance, he brings practical insight into how organizations can responsibly integrate emerging technologies like AI while maintaining ethical standards, regulatory compliance, and a strong human-centered approach.
Date: Wed, October 14, 2026 | 4:30-5:30 pm| Add to Calendar
Location: Room 209
Category: Legal/Compliance
HRCI Credits:
This program has been approved for 1 HR (General) Recertification Credit Hour toward aPHR, aPHRi, PHR, PHRca, SPHR, GPHR, PHRi, and SPHRi recertification through HRCI.
SHRM Credits:
ARSHRM is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDC) for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. This program has been approved for 1.0 PDCs for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit shrmcertification.org.
Please Note: Speakers and topics are subject to change without notice.