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LCI Conference

With ongoing uncertainty from the Department of Labor (DOL) and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), planning ahead has never been more important. At LCI, we’re committed to equipping you with strategic solutions and filing pathways to set your business up for success in the 2027 season.

Join us in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, for an in-depth, forward-thinking conference designed to help you navigate what’s ahead with confidence.

The LCI Conference will bring together industry experts, H-2B strategists, and trusted vendors for valuable insights, collaboration, and planning. This is your opportunity to get ahead of the curve and build a proactive strategy for the upcoming season.

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Dates: September 16–18, 2026

Location: Coeur d’Alene Resort — Coeur d’Alene, Idaho

Registration: Click Here, or use the link below to purchase your tickets to the Conference!

Close Hotel Recomendations:

-Hampton Inn & Suites (2.5 miles)

-Best Western Plus Coeur d’ Alene (2.4 miles)

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Guest Speakers: Chris Schulte, Partner at Fisher & Phillips and Gray Delany, Managing Director of the Seasonal Employment Alliance, Said Silwany, President of CM Labor Consulting, Matthew McCartney with Associated Oregon Loggers Inc., and Dottie Kiser with the Seasonal Employment Alliance

Spots are limited, and the room block will fill quickly. We encourage you to register early and secure your accommodations as soon as possible.

We look forward to connecting with you, strategizing together, and preparing you for a successful 2027 season. See you this September in Coeur d’Alene!

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Wednesday, September 16th – Day 1 (Lakeview Terrace, Coeur d'Alene Resort)

‍5:30 PM – 7:00 PM — Welcome Reception, Lakeview Terrace, Coeur d'Alene Resort

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Thursday, September 17th – Day 2 (Meeting Room 2, Coeur d'Alene Resort)

‍7:00 AM – 8:00 AM — Registration and Breakfast, Beverly's at Coeur d'Alene Resort

‍8:00 AM – 8:30 AM — Welcome and Status of Labor Consultants International. LCI's introduction to the conference, where LCI is today, and where LCI is going.

‍8:30 AM – 9:00 AM — A Look Back on FY26. This panel will discuss what happened with FY26 visa releases and processing issues, and how the team got you your workers.

9:00 AM – 9:30 AM — Cap Relief Projections for FY27. Discuss the timing of FY27 visa releases and how this could affect employers. A readout on projections compiled by LCI and SEA.

‍9:45 AM – 10:15 AM — Speaker: Gray Delany, Managing Member, Seasonal Employment Alliance:

SEA's Political Efforts and Andy Harris' CSE. Seasonal Employment Alliance will provide an overview on the status of the organization, political engagement, and Andy Harris' CSE language.

‍10:15 AM – 10:45 AM — H-2B Program Expectations From Your Filing Agent. A sweeping overview of what the H-2B process looks like from the moment you sign on with us until your workers are on the ground, and what's new.

‍10:45 AM – 11:15 AM — Speaker : Dottie Kiser, Seasonal Employment Alliance:

‍A structured break down of the consulate process. This presentation covers how to schedule your workers at the consulate, how to navigate state department guidelines, and answering the industries most asked questions surrounding the process after you have been approved at USCIS.

11:15 AM – 12:00 PM — Speaker: Matthew Solomon, Managing Director, Yepzy Inc.

Financial Resources for Your Workers and Your Business. Discussing a solution for workers and employers looking to streamline payday, along with document retention for compliance in the H-2 program.

‍12:00 PM – 1:00 PM — Lunch

‍1:00 PM – 1:30 PM — LCI Trivia

1:30 PM – 2:00 PM — Speaker: Mathew McCartney, Oregon Loggers Association:

A practical overview for H-2B employers covering federal OSHA compliance, essential HR policies and tools, employee handbook basics, and workers’ compensation and accounting considerations across multiple states.

‍2:15 PM – 3:00 PM — Speaker: Chris Schulte, Partner, Fisher Phillips:

H-2B Enforcement With an Immigration Attorney. An overview on how to stay in compliance with H-2B regulations and how to prepare for any situation in the program.

‍3:00 PM – 3:45 PM — Speaker: Said Silwany, CM Labor Consulting:

How to Navigate a wage an hour audit with previous wage an hour auditors. This session provides an overview of key H‑2B compliance requirements, with a focus on forestry, hospitality, and other seasonal non‑agricultural industries. It covers wage and hour requirements, recruitment, documentation, and audit readiness, with a brief comparison to H‑2A. The goal is to help employers stay compliant, meet requirements, avoid violations, and remain prepared for audits.

3:45 PM – 4:00 PM — Closing Remarks

‍5:00 PM – 5:30 PM — Boardwalk and Board the Cruise Boat to Hagadone Event Center

‍6:00 PM – 8:00 PM — Dinner Buffet at the Hagadone Event Center

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