Ken Gray to Speak at NCACCHRP Regional Meeting on Employee Classification and Wage Compliance

Attorney Ken Gray will speak at the upcoming regional meeting of the North Carolina Association of Community College Human Resources Professionals (NCACCHRP), bringing together HR professionals from community colleges across Eastern North Carolina.

Ken’s session will focus on employee classification and wage and hour compliance, including key distinctions between exempt and non-exempt employees and considerations around independent contractor status. As wage and hour regulations continue to evolve, his presentation will provide timely guidance to help HR professionals navigate compliance challenges with confidence.

Attendees will gain practical insights into current regulatory developments, common pitfalls in classification, and strategies for managing overtime eligibility, recordkeeping, and organizational policy. Through real-world examples and discussion, the session will translate complex legal requirements into actionable steps for colleges and institutions.

Ken leads Ward and Smith’s Labor and Employment Practice Group and regularly advises employers on a wide range of workplace issues, including wage and hour compliance, employee classification, and internal investigations.