Get ready to sharpen your skills and stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of HR! IL SHRM invites you to join our upcoming webinars—designed to equip HR professionals with fresh insights, practical tools, and strategies you can use right away. From tackling complex workplace challenges to fostering inclusive, resilient teams, our expert-led sessions are built to support your growth and impact. Don’t miss these opportunities to learn, connect, and lead with confidence.
Brad Lohsl joined Golan Christie Taglia as an associate in 2023 and focuses his practice on employment law and commercial litigation. He provides trusted counsel to businesses navigating complex workplace and commercial issues.
Brad advises clients on legal risks, policies, employee agreements, and workforce reductions, helping them remain compliant and minimize potential disputes.
He represents clients in state and federal courts and before agencies such as the EEOC and the Illinois Department of Human Rights. His experience includes matters involving discrimination, retaliatory discharge, trade secrets, restrictive covenants, breach of contract, and Illinois Whistleblower Act claims.
In addition to his litigation work, Brad drafts employment agreements and other legal documents that protect client interests and align with evolving legal requirements. He is skilled at managing complex discovery and ensuring timely compliance with court rules.
Brad earned his J.D. from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2019 and previously practiced at a boutique commercial litigation firm.
Wendy Sellers—The HR Lady®—is a real, reliable, and realistic HR consultant, trainer, author, and speaker with nearly 30 years of experience. She has guided organizations from 5 to 5,000 employees with a pragmatic, results-driven approach.
Her training and mentoring programs deliver measurable impact, including 60% higher engagement, 75% lower voluntary turnover, and 40% fewer escalated employee issues. She holds two master’s degrees (HR and Healthcare Administration), SPHR and SHRM-SCP certifications, and has taught SHRM prep courses.
Wendy is also a published author, keynote speaker, and certified workplace investigator, with additional credentials in DiSC and leadership through Dale Carnegie. Her industry expertise spans architecture, engineering, construction, healthcare, government, nonprofits, retail, manufacturing, and more.
Becoming The HR Lady®, Wendy built her career from an unexpected HR role into decades of leadership, advising, and hands-on management support. She believes people are a company’s greatest asset—balancing compliance with the human side of HR.
Diversity Statement: Wendy partners only with organizations committed to fair pay, inclusion, and meaningful change.
