SHRM Monthly Chapter Meeting
Speaker: Sarah Bordeaux, Purposed HR, LLC
Title: "Leading Investigations: A practical Guide for HR Professionals"
Conducting thorough and legally sound workplace investigations is a critical responsibility for HR professionals. Mishandled investigations can lead to compliance risks, employee distrust, and reputational damage.
This webinar will provide HR leaders with a structured approach to leading investigations effectively—from receiving the initial complaint to closing the case. Participants will learn how to develop a solid investigation plan, gather relevant data, conduct structured witness interviews, analyze findings for patterns and concerns, and document recommendations. Practical tips for managing difficult interviews, controlling conversations, and ensuring fairness throughout the process will also be covered.
By the end of this session, participants will feel confident in handling investigations with professionalism, consistency, and compliance in mind.
Learning Objectives:
- Master the Investigation Process – Understand the Key steps in conducting a workplace investigation, including complaint intake, planning, data gathering, interviewing, analysis, and case closure.
- Enhance Interviewing Skills – Learn techniques for conducting effective witness interviews, managing difficult conversations, and controlling the flow of information to ensure accurate and unbiased findings.
- Analyze Findings and Ensure Compliance – Develop skills in identifying patterns, summarizing findings, making sound recommendations, and ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
Sponsored by: Apparel Authority

Note that this program is valid for 1.0 PDCs for SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP recertification
Date and Time
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM EDT
Location
Attendance is in person at the following location:
Mercer University Regional Academic Center (RAC)
160 Henry Parkway McDonough, GA 30253