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Wrapping Up 2018 Member Appreciation Week
At DirectEmployers Association, we pride ourselves on our Member focus. We are proud of the connections we have built with each company and that our members have built with each other. That’s why, for the third year in a row, we wanted to celebrate our Members with a...
2018 Member Appreciation Week
Our Members are creative, resourceful and have become accustomed to wearing LOTS of hats in their day-to-day jobs. With multi-tasking becoming the norm of our work culture, our Members have likely found themselves taking on countless projects outside of their...
Super-Charged Workforce Development at the NASWA Workforce Summit & UI Directors Conference
Last week, several team members from DirectEmployers Association traveled to Birmingham, AL, to support our partner, the National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA). Several highlights happened while we were there and we’re anxious to share them with...
DE Membership 101: Product Tour
“Join DirectEmployers Association for OFCCP compliance,” they said! So you think, “Great! Checked that box.” Until you see everything that’s included in a DirectEmployers membership. Who knew that DirectEmployers provided all of this to their Members for one...
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...