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North Valley EAC
Welcome to the North Valley Employer’s Advisory Council Website!
The North Valley EAC includes Shasta, Siskiyou and Trinity counties.
The EAC was developed to promote a stronger partnership between the California EDD and the business community. The NVEAC represents a cross section of business and industry volunteers who are committed to providing information on employment related issues and to enhancing communication between EDD and the private sector.
Membership information and benefits of joining the North Valley EAC:
Employers are invited to become members for $50.00 annually. The membership is per company, allowing all employees access to the benefits listed above. We invite you to become involved in the NVEAC as it is a volunteer-run organization.
- Stay current with information of interest to businesses through expert speakers at the monthly meetings.
- Access to the Management Hotline for assistance with a variety of issues related to employer/employee relationships.
- Current information on new and proposed legislation and regulations affecting employers.
- Have a voice in EDD procedure and policy through a direct link to EDD’s management.
- Reduced fees for semi-annual seminars.
- Network with other business owners and professionals.
North Valley EAC Membership Application
North Valley EAC Workshop Information: www.northvalleyeac.eventbrite.com
Contact Us: nveacboard@gmail.com
Let’s Get Together
The North Valley Employer Advisory Council in partnership with the Employment Development Department present:
FORM I-9 REQUIREMENTS & BEST PRACTICES
North Valley Employer Advisory Council (NVEAC) invites you to a practical, compliance-focused workshop designed to help employers confidently navigate Form I-9 requirements and E-Verify responsibilities. Learn how to properly store and audit Form I-9s while avoiding common mistakes that lead to penalties.
Free For NVEAC Members, $ 15.00 for Non-Members
FEATURED PRESENTER
April Matthews, SHRM-CP
HR Consultant | Compliance & Employee Relations Specialist
April Matthews is a Certified Professional in Human Resources (SHRM-CP) with over 15 years of HR experience. She currently serves as an HR Consultant specializing in recruitment strategy, training, compliance, and employee relations.
Previously, April spent more than 10 years as HR Director for a multi-state, full-service resort organization with operations across California, Nevada, and Arizona, overseeing HR compliance, labor law adherence, and employee relations for marinas, restaurants, and hotels.
TOPICS COVERED
- Step-by-step instructions for completing each section of Form I-9
- Acceptable documents, including special circumstances for minors
- Proper retention and storage requirements
- Best practices for internal audits
- How to make corrections correctly and compliantly
- Overview of E-Verify requirements and responsibilities
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
✔ Employers & Business Owners
✔ Human Resources Professionals
✔ Payroll Administrators
✔ Federal Contractors
✔ E-Verify Users
✔ Anyone responsible for Form I-9 compliance
Additional Information
Please contact the EAC Coordinator, Becky Tyson at [email protected].
2024 Cal Osha Workshop
2024 CEAC Conference
2022 Active Shooter Presentation Workshop
2019 North Valley EAC Scholarship Recipient
2018 CEAC Conference
Read more about our last seminar
2025 Board Members
Chair
Liz Suetta Barker
Operations Director
Empire Drywall, Inc.
17850 Construction Way Ste 104
Redding, CA 96003
530-276-9551
https://empiredrywallandframing.com
[email protected]
Vice-Chair
Barbara “BJ” White
Fiscal Administrator
Resources for Rural Community Development Inc.
dba AccessHome
(530) 224-2800 Office
(530) 410-3541 Cel
[email protected]
Treasurer
Steffanie Jackson
Hill Country Health and Wellness Center
[email protected]
530-319-7108
Secretary
Breanna Walker
The Smart Business Resource Center
(530) 245-1515
[email protected]
Legislative Coordinator
Amber Yearton
EDD Manager
1325 Pine Street, Redding CA 96001
(530) 225-2190
Membership Coordinator
Dee Nelson
Member at Large
Becky Tyson
Employment Development Department
1325 Pine St. Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-2004
[email protected]
Member at Large
Dee Nelson
Staffing Specialist
[email protected]
530-514-8378
Member at Large
Chad Scott
Executive Director
Shasta Builders Exchange
2024 Board Members
Chair
Liz Suetta Barker
Operations Director
Empire Drywall, Inc.
17850 Construction Way Ste 104
Redding, CA 96003
530-276-9551
https://empiredrywallandframing.com
[email protected]
Vice-Chair
Barbara “BJ” White
Fiscal Administrator
Resources for Rural Community Development Inc.
dba AccessHome
(530) 224-2800 Office
(530) 410-3541 Cel
[email protected]
Treasurer
Christine Michelson
Stallion Management Service
(530) 710-3541
chris@stallionmgmtservices.com
Secretary
Breanna Walker
The Smart Business Resource Center
(530) 245-1515
[email protected]
Legislative Coordinator
Amber Yearton
EDD Manager
1325 Pine Street, Redding CA 96001
(530) 225-2190
Veterans Representative
Don Perigo
Membership Coordinator
Vacant
Member at Large
Becky Tyson
Employment Development Department
1325 Pine St. Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-2004
[email protected]
Member at Large
Dee Nelson
Staffing Specialist
[email protected]
530-514-8378
Member at Large
Chad Scott
Executive Director
Shasta Builders Exchange
Member at Large
Carlene Fish
George Petersen Insurance Agency
(530) 244-9672
2023 Board Members
Chair
Liz Suetta Barker
Operations Director
Empire Drywall, Inc.
17850 Construction Way Ste 104
Redding, CA 96003
530-276-9551
https://empiredrywallandframing.com
[email protected]
Vice-Chair
Barbara “BJ” White
Fiscal Administrator
Resources for Rural Community Development Inc.
dba AccessHome
(530) 224-2800 Office
(530) 410-3541 Cel
[email protected]
Treasurer
Christine Michelson
Stallion Management Service
(530) 710-3541
chris@stallionmgmtservices.com
Secretary
Breanna Walker
The Smart Business Resource Center
(530) 245-1515
[email protected]
Legislative Coordinator
Amber Yearton
EDD Manager
1325 Pine Street, Redding CA 96001
(530) 225-2190
Veterans Representative
Logan Mook
Employment Development Department
1325 Pine St
Redding, Ca 96001
530-225-2168
[email protected]
Membership Coordinator
Vacant
Membership Coordinator
Stefanie Bouser
Senior Administrative Assistant
[email protected]
(530) 547-2477
Beacon Fire Alarm and Security
EAC Coordinator
Becky Tyson
Employment Development Department
1325 Pine St. Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-2004
[email protected]
Member at Large
Dee Nelson
Staffing Specialist
[email protected]
530-514-8378
Member at Large
Chad Scott
Executive Director
Shasta Builders Exchange
2021 Board Members
Chair
Chad Scott
Executive Director
Shasta Builders’ Exchange
[email protected]
Vice-Chair
Vacant
Treasurer
Christine Michelson
Get Fit Accounting
(530) 710-3541
[email protected]
Secretary
Carrian Foster
Supervisor Business Services
The Smart Business Resource Center
(530) 245-1550
[email protected]
Legislative Coordinator
Amber Yearton
EDD Manager
1325 Pine Street, Redding CA 96001
(530) 225-2190
Veterans Representative
Logan Mook
Employment Development Department
1325 Pine St
Redding, Ca 96001
530-225-2168
[email protected]
Marketing Coordinator
Member-at-Large
Marketing Coordinator
Patty Mayer
A&M Pressure Washing Commercial Steam Cleaning
530-224-4642
[email protected]
Member at Large
Kim Mihan
NorCal Services for Deaf & Hard of Hearing
530-41-0430
[email protected]
Member at Large
Ami Numa
Numa Financial Services
Owner/CEO
530-953-9798
[email protected]
Member at Large
Liz Suetta Barker
Operations Director
Empire Drywall, Inc.
530-276-9551
[email protected]
EAC Coordinator
Becky Tyson
Employment Development Department
1325 Pine St. Redding, CA 96001
(530) 225-2004
[email protected]
FORM I-9 REQUIREMENTS & BEST PRACTICES
North Valley Employer Advisory Council (NVEAC) invites you to a practical, compliance-focused workshop designed to help employers confidently navigate Form I-9 requirements and E-Verify responsibilities. Learn how to properly store and audit Form I-9s while avoiding common mistakes that lead to penalties.
Free For NVEAC Members, $ 15.00 for Non-Members
FEATURED PRESENTER
April Matthews, SHRM-CP
HR Consultant | Compliance & Employee Relations Specialist
April Matthews is a Certified Professional in Human Resources (SHRM-CP) with over 15 years of HR experience. She currently serves as an HR Consultant specializing in recruitment strategy, training, compliance, and employee relations.
Previously, April spent more than 10 years as HR Director for a multi-state, full-service resort organization with operations across California, Nevada, and Arizona, overseeing HR compliance, labor law adherence, and employee relations for marinas, restaurants, and hotels.
TOPICS COVERED
- Step-by-step instructions for completing each section of Form I-9
- Acceptable documents, including special circumstances for minors
- Proper retention and storage requirements
- Best practices for internal audits
- How to make corrections correctly and compliantly
- Overview of E-Verify requirements and responsibilities
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
✔ Employers & Business Owners
✔ Human Resources Professionals
✔ Payroll Administrators
✔ Federal Contractors
✔ E-Verify Users
✔ Anyone responsible for Form I-9 compliance
The NVEAC holds monthly educational meetings on the second Wednesday of the month subject to change. Invited speakers from the public or private sector provide information on a wide range of employment and business related topics.
