About the Expert

Expert: Dr. Thomas W. Faulkner, DBA, SPHR, LSSBB — HR capability architect who transforms theoretical knowledge into operational competence through practical, scenario-based training.

  • Education: Doctor of Business Administration; MBA; M.S. in Leadership & Management
  • Credentials: SPHR · Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
  • Experience: Former municipal HR/Finance Director; 15+ years developing HR professionals for complex operational environments
  • Training Specialization: Compliance management, investigation skills, policy development, change leadership, crisis response, supervisor development
  • Approach: Training that works when lawyers aren't available, policies are unclear, and decisions can't wait

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Core Training Programs

Competency-based programs that turn HR from paperwork into outcomes. Certifications and workshops built for real operations in Texas and beyond.

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HR Compliance Management Certification

Compliance is a system, not a binder. Translate law into daily practices that hold up in audits and in the field.

  • EEOC, ADA, FMLA, FLSA + state-specific applications
  • Proactive risk spotting & operational controls
  • Case studies, scenarios, and applied projects
  • Competency assessments + tools, templates, frameworks
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Workplace Investigation Skills Development

Run investigations that are fair, fast, and defensible—from intake through findings and corrective action.

  • Complaint triage, scope, evidence strategy
  • Witness interviewing, bias recognition, credibility
  • Documentation standards & clear report writing
  • Realistic scenarios modeled on actual cases
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HR Policy Development & Implementation

Write policies people can follow. Legally defensible, operationally usable, administratively sustainable.

  • Legal research & stakeholder analysis
  • Drafting techniques + supervisor usability testing
  • Policy audits & revision strategies (3R Policy Model™)
  • Templates, checklists, governance & comms plans
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Change Management for HR Professionals

Plan, communicate, and sustain change. Align people, process, and policy so change sticks.

  • Change planning & stakeholder mapping
  • Communication strategy & leadership alignment
  • Resistance patterns, readiness, sustainment metrics
  • Case studies + simulation exercises

Specialized Training Areas

Deep dives for the situations that test credibility, culture, and legal exposure.

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Crisis Response & Emergency HR

Respond decisively to high-stakes events while protecting people and reputation.

  • Emergency protocols, legal coordination, documentation
  • Crisis communications & media handling
  • Tabletop exercises & decision frameworks
  • Continuity planning & resource mobilization
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Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution

Balance competing interests, reduce friction, and restore working trust.

  • Conflict analysis, mediation & repair strategies
  • De-escalation techniques & boundary setting
  • Documentation requirements & defensible outcomes
  • Role-play practice + case study labs
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Supervisor Development & Management

Equip frontline leaders to hire, coach, and discipline with confidence.

  • Hiring, performance management, progressive discipline
  • Accommodation basics & legal do/don’t for supervisors
  • Decision tools, scripts & documentation templates
  • Practice scenarios with coaching feedback

Training Delivery Methods

Choose the format that fits your operations. Every option includes practical application.

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Virtual Instructor-Led

Interactive sessions with breakouts, scenarios, and real-time feedback.

  • Pre-work & post-training support
  • Knowledge checks + downloadable resources
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On-Site Workshops

Tailored content aligned to your industry, culture, and risk profile.

  • Organizational assessment & custom build
  • Follow-up support for implementation
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Blended Learning

Self-paced modules + instructor-led sessions + applied projects.

  • Peer collaboration & manager coaching packets
  • Progress tracking & competency mapping
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Self-Paced Online

On-demand modules with knowledge checks and reusable resources.

  • Progress tracking & assessments
  • Regulatory updates as laws evolve

Certification & Continuing Education

Formal recognition of competency with practical assessments and ongoing development.

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Professional Certifications

Capstone projects & applied assessments ensure real-world capability.

  • Compliance Management
  • Workplace Investigations
  • Policy Development
  • Change Management
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Continuing Education & Skill Maintenance

Stay current as laws and best practices evolve; build capability over time.

  • Regulatory updates & emerging trends
  • Advanced skill labs & peer forums
  • 3–6 month application tracking
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Peer Learning & Professional Networks

Case sharing and problem-solving with practitioners facing the same realities.

  • Best-practice exchanges & discussion groups
  • Collaborative projects & case clinics

Training Customization & Organizational Fit

Alignment to your industry requirements and culture so training sticks.

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Industry-Specific Programs

Address the regulations and operational realities unique to your sector.

  • Sector-specific examples & requirements
  • Operational considerations baked into exercises
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Organizational Culture Integration

Match delivery and language to your culture without losing standards.

  • Communication style adaptation & value alignment
  • Supervisor-focused implementation guidance

Measuring Training Effectiveness

We track competency, application, and organizational impact—not just attendance.

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How We Measure ROI

Clear metrics, before/after assessments, and sustained capability building.

  • Pre- and post-training competency assessments
  • Application tracking with manager validation
  • Outcome analysis tied to business results
  • Typical skill application timeline: 3–6 months

Ready to Build Real HR Capability?

Contact us today to discuss training programs that build practical skills and professional competence for your HR team's specific challenges and objectives.

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