Getting to Know: Paul White
In today’s edition of “Getting to Know”, we’re talking with our Board of Directors President and Senior Director of Talent Acquisition at Mohawk Industries, Paul White. Take it away, Paul! Where is your office located? Calhoun, GA What does a...
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Member Spotlight | Veteran Hiring
Last month we celebrated National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) by sharing exclusive content from our partners, who help employers and job seekers alike, to make the workforce more inclusive for all. With the observance of Veterans Day on the 11th,...
Member Spotlight | Building A Successful Employer Brand
Every organization has a brand, which is known to customers by memorable features such as logos, taglines, jingles, packaging, atmosphere, and more. Having a favorable and recognizable brand is the key to attracting customers to your products or services, but human...
Going for Gold | Winning Outreach Strategies
As federal contractors know, the OFCCP’s VEVRAA and Section 503 regulations now require employers to conduct and track outreach efforts to ensure equal employment opportunities for all. To manage and evaluate their outreach activities, many employers are developing unique strategies and implementing new tools that can assist with this measure. For the 3rd Annual DirectEmployers Member Awards Competition, a number of our Member organizations submitted their outstanding initiatives surrounding outreach and one was even named the overall winner of our Compliance category! Let’s take a look at some of these initiatives.
Overtime in America: Current Trends and What’s to Come
For years, overtime has been a sensitive issue not only for workers, but also for employers themselves. Of course, this sensitivity stems from the Department of Labor’s meticulous regulations regarding salary thresholds for overtime pay and the eligibility of specific...
Fast Times at DEAM16 | The Dallara IndyCar Experience
DirectEmployers 2016 Annual Meeting & Conference (DEAM16) is rapidly approaching, reminding us of our hometown roots and it’s history in racing. This year’s conference is all about honoring the past – and while we celebrate 15 years at DirectEmployers, Indiana...
Shining Light Upon National Autism Awareness Month
Did you know that more than 3.5 million people in the U.S. alone are affected by autism, whether themselves, friends, or family members? Autism is a developmental disorder that impacts a person’s ability to communicate and socialize – and it’s the fastest growing...