\nGet ready for \;a \;timely \;conversation \;at the next \;AZ in Focus \;session on \;Thursday\, March 12th \;as we \;bring \;together legal and communications experts to help employers understand their rights\, responsibilities\, and best practices related to immigration issues in the workplace. \;
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\nAttorneys from \;Fennemore \;will \;provide \;practical guidance on employment eligibility verification\, I-9 compliance\, record-keeping requirements\, and what employers should know if questioned by immigration authorities. \;The discussion will also \;feature \;partners from \;Nexus \;Strategy Group \;who will \;cover how organizations can prepare for and respond to enforcement actions\, including the role of crisis communications and internal response planning should a warrant be executed at a worksite. \;
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\nDavid T. Barton\, Labor and Employment Attorney\, Fennemore \;
\nDavid Barton is an attorney in Fennemore&rsquo\;s Employment &\; Labor practice group\, where his practice focuses on labor and employment law and litigation. With a strong track record of defending employers in high-stakes matters\, David represents clients in cases involving wrongful discharge\, sexual harassment\, disability and age discrimination\, and wage and hour disputes. He regularly appears before state and federal courts\, as well as agencies such as the EEOC and the Arizona Civil Rights Division.
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\nDavid L. Sieck\, Labor and Employment Attorney\, Fennemore \;
\nDavid Sieck is a member of Fennemore&rsquo\;s Labor &\; Employment and Employee Benefits/ERISA practice groups. David provides advice and counselling to employers in a wide range of employment and employee benefit matters\, ranging from discrimination \;complaints to IRS and DOL audits. \; \;David also handles labor \;&\; \;employment and employee benefits related litigation on behalf of employers and their benefit plans. \;
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Wes Gullett\, Partner\, Nexus Strategy Group \;
\n\nWes Gullett is a Partner at Nexus Strategy Group\, leading strategic planning and public policy initiatives for businesses and organizations across Arizona. With more than 20 years of experience\, he has \;advised \;major institutions including the Arizona Supreme Court\, GPEC\, SRP\, and the Arizona Cardinals\, and has played key roles in successful statewide ballot initiatives. Gullett previously served as Chief of Staff to Governor Fife Symington and held senior leadership roles in multiple presidential campaigns. \;
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Bettina Nava\, Partner\, Nexus Strategy Group \;
\nBettina Nava is a Partner at Nexus Strategy Group\, where she advises blue-chip and emerging clients on strategic communications\, public affairs\, and community engagement. She brings decades of leadership experience from senior roles with Senator John McCain\, including serving as State Director\, Regional Campaign Manager for the 2008 presidential campaign\, and a Presidential Elector for Arizona. A recognized community leader\, Nava has served on \;numerous \;civic and nonprofit boards and was named the 2012 Arizona &ldquo\;Woman of the Year.&rdquo\; \;
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\nSophie O'\;Keefe Zelman\, Partner\, Nexus Strategy Group \; \;
\nSophie O&rsquo\;Keefe-Zelman is a Partner at Nexus Strategy Group specializing in strategic messaging\, public affairs\, media management\, and community engagement. She has led high-profile campaigns and policy efforts across Arizona\, including serving as campaign manager for Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone and political director for \;Secretary of State Adrian Fontes. A recognized civic leader\, \;Sophie \;is a 2023 40 Under 40 honoree\, a Valley Leadership graduate\, and serves on the City of Phoenix Arts &\; Culture Commission. \;
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\nThis session is designed to equip Arizona employers with clear\, actionable information to ensure compliance\, reduce risk\, and respond thoughtfully and confidently in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment. \;
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\nDon&rsquo\;t \;miss this opportunity to stay informed on critical regional \;issues \;and be part of the conversation. \;
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\nThe AZ in Focus community conversation series \;convenes \;community leaders for \;an intimate opportunity to connect with high-level Valley business and public policy professionals \;to learn about \;and \;discuss insider information\, and smart\, sustainable solutions to critical economic and policy issues in our state. \;
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