The annual Day with DISA conference returned on January 16, 2025, at the Hilton Americas Hotel in Houston, TX, bringing together HR professionals, industry leaders, and compliance experts for a day of learning, networking, and collaboration. As the largest HR screening conference in the nation, this year’s event was a resounding success, offering attendees valuable insights into the latest trends and compliance updates in employee screening and workplace safety.
Attendee Feedback Highlights
This year's success is a testament to the unwavering dedication and effort of our DISA employees. Their commitment, coupled with the insightful and in-depth content delivered by our expert speakers and the generous support from our sponsors, created an environment ripe for learning, networking, and growth. The feedback we've received has been overwhelmingly positive, echoing the sentiment that Day with DISA is an event not to be missed.
We surveyed participants after each session, with overwhelmingly positive responses regarding Day with DISA! Attendees praised the conference for its first-class organization, insightful content, and the attentive and helpful nature of everyone involved. Such accolades are a clear indication of the event's impact and relevance in our industry.
John Peterson, DISA's CEO, reflected on this year’s success: "Day with DISA has grown into a premier platform for sharing knowledge and best practices in the industry. With 24 educational sessions, we tackled the latest industry trends, compliance updates, and emerging challenges while fostering invaluable networking opportunities.
"We are dedicated to enhancing this event each year by delivering impactful sessions, broadening networking opportunities, and continuing to provide continuing education credits. Based on attendee feedback, we will refine the event to address the industry's most pressing issues, ensuring an even greater Day with DISA in 2025."
Sponsors
Additionally, our gratitude extends to our sponsors, whose involvement was pivotal in bringing the latest industry trends to the forefront during our networking sessions.
A special thanks to our Title Sponsor:
- Clinical Reference Laboratory (CRL)/FormFox
Our Platinum Sponsors:
- OraSure Technologies
- Psychemedics
- Quest Diagnostics
- Veriforce
Gold Sponsors:
- Omega Laboratories
- Labcorp
- Tenstreet
- Dice
- ClearanceJobs
- FAMA
- SRS
- Aliro
- MilitaryConnected
- Predictive Safety
- Abbott
Silver Sponsors:
- ICIMS
- Paradox
- VensureHR
- SambaSafety
- SixFifty
- Fountain
- Chattr
Key Highlights from Day with DISA 2025
Expert-Led Sessions and Workshops
Attendees had the opportunity to hear from renowned DISA team member speakers, including:
- Steven Spencer and Chris Eichenberg for the session Avoiding Costly Mistakes: Top 10 DOT Compliance Pitfalls
- Colin Woods for the session Tools & Tips for Building an Effective Drug Testing Program
- Gary Wiese for the session One DISA Overview
- Erin Bucher for the session Promoting Mental Health Awareness in the Workplace
- Suzie Rurode and Harm Voogt for the session Going Global: Key Trends, Considerations and Pitfalls for International Screening in 2025 and Beyond
- Morgan Reynolds for the session 5 Compliance Concerns Keeping Me Up at Night: Disclosure, Authorization, Adverse Actions and More
- Chad Ascar for the session Why Didn’t That Record Return?
Networking Opportunities
Participants connected with peers, industry experts, and DISA representatives, fostering relationships that will undoubtedly shape the future of their organizations.
Earned Continuing Education Credits
Attendees also earned HRCI, CCDAPP, and SHRM continuing education credits, further enhancing their professional credentials.
What Made This Year Stand Out?
This year’s conference emphasized smarter hiring strategies, efficient compliance programs, and workplace safety improvements, equipping attendees with actionable tools to navigate an ever-changing regulatory landscape. Participants left the conference better prepared to meet their compliance goals.
DISA’s focus on innovation and thought leadership was evident throughout the event, reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in background screening, drug testing, and occupational health services.
Thank You for Joining Us
We are grateful to all who attended and contributed to making Day with DISA 2025 an unforgettable experience. Your enthusiasm and participation make this event a cornerstone of the HR and compliance industry.
Stay tuned for updates on next year’s conference, and we look forward to welcoming you to another Day with DISA in 2026!
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About DISA Global Solutions
Founded in 1986, DISA is the industry-leading provider of employee screening and compliance services. Headquartered in Houston, with more than 35 offices throughout North America and Europe, DISA’s comprehensive scope of services includes background screening, drug and alcohol testing, DOT & HR compliance, occupational health services, and I-9/E-Verify. DISA assists employers in making informed staffing decisions while building a culture of safety in their workplace.