Meeting/Event Information
June Virtual Meeting
Rainier Chapter of Washington Payroll Professionals Presents:
💸 Examining Alternatives in Worker Pay
Virtual Chapter Meeting
📅 Date: Thursday, June 18, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST
💻 Location: Virtual (Zoom link provided upon registration)
🎓 RCHs: 1.00 Approved by PayrollOrg
💵 Cost: Free for Members | Nominal Fee for Non‑Members/Guests
About the Session
As technology continues to evolve, so do the ways employees expect to be paid. From new payment rails to faster disbursement methods, payroll professionals are being challenged to rethink traditional processes while maintaining strict compliance.
Join industry expert Michael Baer, CPP, for an insightful session exploring how modern payment innovations are reshaping payroll. This session will provide a practical look at how these changes impact payroll operations—and how you can leverage them to improve efficiency, flexibility, and employee satisfaction.
What You’ll Learn
- How and why worker payments are rapidly evolving
- Common barriers and “transaction friction” slowing adoption
- An overview of emerging payment rails and alternatives
- Strategies to ensure timely, accurate pay in a changing landscape
- How to balance innovation with compliance requirements
About the Speaker
Michael Baer, CPP
President, Baer Unlimited
Michael Baer is a recognized payroll expert dedicated to helping organizations reduce risk and improve performance across payroll compliance, data security, and system management.
With nearly 30 years of experience as Managing Editor covering payroll at Bloomberg Tax (formerly BNA), Michael has deep expertise in both domestic and global payroll developments. He continues to advise organizations on compliance, employee payments, and communication strategies.
Earlier in his career, he worked in payroll and HR with Marriott and led people operations for the Shanghai Hilton—bringing real‑world operational perspective to his insights.
Why Attend?
- Stay ahead of emerging payroll payment trends
- Learn practical ways to modernize your payroll processes
- Understand new payment options and their risks
- Earn RCH credits from PayrollOrg
- Connect with fellow payroll professionals
Tickets
$0.00 Member Ticket
$15.00 Non-Member Ticket
