DirectEmployers Blog
7 Things You Need to Know About the NLx
The National Labor Exchange, often referred to as the NLx, is an unprecedented public-private partnership between DirectEmployers Association (DE) and the National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA). But what exactly does that mean, and how does it benefit both job seekers and employers? Watch this episode of The Employment Line to learn more:
Member Spotlight Series: Emory University’s Annual Research and Clinical Career Fair
In 2013 we launched our first ever DirectEmployers Member Awards competition. The program was created to highlight our Members’ initiatives in the areas of recruitment, technology and compliance. Each category featured two tiers –– Tier 1 for companies with fewer than...
3 Key Components for a Successful Veterans Strategy
“There’s a perception that to have a successful veteran program you need a huge budget and it’s actually not the case.” Philip Dana Director, Global Talent Acquisition at NuVasive While Philip Dana’s career is admirable, it’s his commitment to veteran recruiting that...
60 Minutes You Can’t Afford to Miss on VEVRAA and Section 503 at the 32nd ILG National Conference
The new veterans and individuals with disabilities (IWD) regulations require federal contractors to include quantitative analyses in their disabled and veteran affirmative action plans—something that changes the entire landscape of affirmative action plan development....
Road Shows and Events to Spark Interest and Grow Membership
The first two quarters of 2014 have been extremely busy for DirectEmployers Association staff and Members. There have been many opportunities to showcase our products and services to the Human Resources industry. Why do we jump on planes and fly across the country...
Resourcing and Engagement: Values of a DirectEmployers Membership to J.B. Hunt
“I think more companies should join DirectEmployers or consider it because of the resourcing and the networks that they have. With over 700 Members, I can reach out to those that may be experiencing the same things I am.” Eric Airola Senior Director of Human...
Member Spotlight Series: Emory University’s Dual Career Network
In 2013 we launched our first ever DirectEmployers Member Awards competition. The program was created to highlight our Members’ initiatives in the areas of recruitment, technology and compliance. Each category featured two tiers –– Tier 1 for companies with fewer than...
Exploring the world of AR (Augmented Reality)
At DirectEmployers Association, we’re constantly looking for ways to improve upon our products, services and presentation of both. Conferences fill our calendar in the spring and summer. It’s easy to just ship leftover promo items, product cards, and the ole’ tried...
Raise Your Hand if You Have Your 503 and VEVRAA Partners Lined Up…Liar!!
The following guest blog post was written by Michael Goldberg, Director of Talent Acquisition at the American Heart Association & American Stroke Association. I was honored when DirectEmployers approached me about a guest blog post. For those who know me well, I...
Envisioning the Future at the AAAA’s 2014 National Conference & Annual Meeting
Last week a few DirectEmployers team members had the pleasure of attending the American Association for Affirmative Action (AAAA)’s 40th National Conference in Nashville, TN. Not only were we the Diamond Sponsor, but we also had space in the exhibit hall to talk with...