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Partner Spotlight: NorCal Services for Deaf & Hard of Hearing
Did you know that September is National Deaf Awareness Month? While many employers are dedicated to inclusive workplaces, knowing where to find deaf candidates and properly accommodate their needs can be difficult. Fortunately for DirectEmployers Members, they have...
Getting to Know: Jessica Brown, VP of Marketing
It's no secret that DirectEmployers is growing in more ways than one. New faces, fresh ideas and strategic planning are the name of our game as we look at expanding our offerings and membership. Recently, Nancy Holland transitioned to become the association's...
#HireVets | Military & Veterans Employment Expo
Last week, part of the DirectEmployers team had the honor of attending the Military & Veterans Employment Expo (MVEE) in Colorado Springs, hosted by the Pikes Peak Workforce Center. This free event combined two days of educational sessions followed by a...
DE Summer Road Trip 2018
It’s nearly summer and that calls for an all-American road trip. Windows down, junk food, endless playlists and nothing but the road… Well, not quite. Think badges and giveaways, business casual attire and hours and hours of networking and learning–and we love it just...
DEAM18 | Creating a Lasting Experience
Last week 350 of our Members, partners and guests gathered at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel in Seattle, Washington for DirectEmployers 2018 Annual Meeting & Conference (DEAM18). Two and a half days of learning, 9 hours of networking and countless minutes of fun were intertwined into what was our best conference yet–and we’re still reeling from the highlights!
Building Your Network: The Power of Relationship Building
Networking. Knowledge sharing. Each can be one of the biggest keys to success in your career. Making connections, both personally and professionally, is critical for advancement and growth. Industries, professions, geographic locations, interest groups, etc. all have...
Making the Most of DEAM18
It’s hard to believe that in just two weeks we’ll be heading to beautiful Seattle, Washington to convene with our Members, partners and industry friends at DirectEmployers 2018 Annual Meeting & Conference (DEAM18)! We have so many exciting things planned for our...
DEAM18 Agenda: AI in HR Tech
Each year we are overwhelmed with speaker submissions for our Annual Meeting & Conference. While each submission is centered on a current HR topic, none seemed more relevant this year than artificial intelligence (AI). Today, we’re hard pressed to turn on the news...
DEAM18 Agenda: Diversity at its Finest
There are so many elements that come into play when hosting a conference, but none more important than the programming and content. Having great sessions and dynamic speakers presenting that material is the cornerstone of any conference and can boost attendance more...
Confidence in Compliance: Bethann Weaver’s DEAM Experience
Each person who attends our Annual Meeting & Conference (DEAM) attends for different reasons. For some, it’s to gain additional information on the OFCCP compliance and regulatory landscape. For others, it’s to immerse themselves in recruitment best practices and...