2026 Trend Collection – Workplace Moments That Matter

Workplace Moments That Matter Collection

In Partnership with Experian Employer Services

Every employee will experience defining moments throughout their relationship with an organization – from hiring and onboarding to compliance, life events, and career transitions. These moments shape trust, engagement, and the overall employee experience. In this special collection, H3 HR Advisors and Experian Employer Services explore how organizations can create seamless, trustworthy experiences during the moments that matter most.

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Recorded at SHRM 2026, Moments That Matter brought together four leaders from Experian Employer Services to explore different parts of the employment infrastructure, and how each one reaches into employees’ everyday lives.

Many of the most consequential interactions between an organization and its employees take place far from the traditional center of employee experience strategy. They are rarely the focus of engagement programs, culture initiatives, leadership communications, or employer branding campaigns. They are more likely to be categorized as compliance, administration, payroll, onboarding, verification, or records management.

Yet these processes often become visible at moments when an employee’s financial security, family stability, or ability to move forward in life depends on the employer getting something right.

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Moments That Matter and Shape Employee Trust: Lessons from SHRM 2026

In this special episode of the HR Happy Hour recorded live at SHRM 2026, Steve Boese brings together insights from four conversations with leaders from Experian Employer Services to explore how compliance, HR technology, and connected systems influence the moments employees remember most. From onboarding and employment verification to workforce compliance and HR technology ecosystems, this episode examines how organizations can reduce friction, build trust, and create better employee experiences during life’s biggest moments. Whether an employee is starting a new job, buying a home, relocating, or navigating changing regulations, the systems supporting those experiences matter more than ever.

MOMENTS THAT MATTER VIDEO SERIES

The State of Workforce Compliance and Employee Trust

Interview with Tom Fischer, Marketing Leader

As the workplace continues to evolve, HR leaders are navigating new expectations around compliance, technology, and the employee experience. Tom shares his perspective on the trends driving these changes and what they mean for organizations moving forward.

The New Reality of I-9 Management and Compliance Tech

Interview with Brian Elfrink, Director of Product Management, I-9 and Eforms

As compliance requirements continue to evolve, HR teams are navigating increasing complexity while balancing efficiency and risk. Brian discusses how modern technology is helping organizations simplify I-9 management and build more resilient compliance processes.

Employee Verifications in Real Life

Interview with Troy Hupp, Product Leader for Employee Verifications

Employment verifications often take place during life’s biggest milestones, from buying a home to securing a loan. Troy explains why speed, accuracy, and trust are critical to creating positive employee experiences during these important moments.

Why the HR Tech Ecosystem Matters More Than Ever

Interview with Erin Derby, Senior Director, Partners and Alliances

HR leaders rely on connected technology more than ever to deliver seamless workforce experiences. Erin discusses the importance of strategic partnerships and integrated HR ecosystems in maximizing technology investments and supporting long-term organizational success.