10 Tips for Maximizing Your Career Fair Experience as an Employer

by DirectEmployers Association | Jun 27, 2013 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

The key to a successful recruiting strategy is developing successful sourcing initiatives. One approach to consider is participating in career fairs, which offer recruiters a great way to interact with a diverse talent pool and pre-qualify potential candidates for the...

Develop an Onboarding Program to Retain Your New Employees

by DirectEmployers Association | Jun 20, 2013 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

This post was provided by Claudia Allen, writer and editor at the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). NACE connects campus recruiting and career services professionals, and provides best practices, trends, research, professional development, and...

Two National Nonprofits Partner with the White House on Youth Jobs+ Program to Add 17,500 Jobs

by DirectEmployers Association | Jun 19, 2013 | Press Release

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – June 19, 2013 / Business Wire / – In response to President Obama’s challenge to businesses, nonprofits and government to expand opportunities for the nation’s youth, DirectEmployers Association and the National Association of State Workforce...

DirectEmployers Association: A Partnership Synopsis

by DirectEmployers Association | Jun 13, 2013 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

In the ever-changing field of HR, DirectEmployers Association strives to stay ahead of proposed regulation changes, assist employers with the required job syndication, and therefore facilitate OFCCP compliance with ease and convenience. Reversely, we hope that our...

DirectEmployers’ Veteran Outreach More Than Just a Crosswalk

by DirectEmployers Association | Jun 7, 2013 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

More than 140,0000 searches containing the phrase “veterans jobs” are conducted on Google, Yahoo and Bing each month, with veterans and military servicemembers nationwide seeking employment for themselves and family living on or near military bases. Many employers...

DirectEmployers Member Companies Honored for Veteran Support

by DirectEmployers Association | May 30, 2013 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

Update 6/25/13: The 15 recipients of the 2013 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award were announced Tuesday, June 25. Congratulations to the following Member companies that received this prestigious recognition: Colorado Springs Utilities Humana DaVita,...

DirectEmployers Proud to Continue Partnering with White House on Youth Employment

by DirectEmployers Association | May 28, 2013 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

Last year, DirectEmployers Association (DE) partnered with the U.S. Department of Labor and a number of other organizations to participate in the Summer Jobs+ program. Commissioned by the Obama Administration, this initiative helped to promote job opportunities and...

Tips for Maximizing Your Military Outreach

by DirectEmployers Association | May 23, 2013 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

While a military crosswalk is a good starting point for your veteran and military hiring initiatives, it is not the sole solution. Here are a few tips around military outreach to help transitioning military job seekers find the appropriate position for their skills...

DE Members Prominent on 2013 DiversityInc Employer Recognition Lists

by DirectEmployers Association | May 16, 2013 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

As a nonprofit Association of employers, DirectEmployers (DE) works to offer the resources and assistance that our Members need to be recognized as having a fair and diverse workforce, and therefore assisting with OFCCP compliance regulations. Through strategic...

Conference Survival Guide

by DirectEmployers Association | May 9, 2013 | Archive: Soapbox Holland

Summer is almost here and while it seems far away now, fall will be right around the corner. Our team is already in full conference mode and preparing for upcoming events, including DirectEmployers 2013 Annual Meeting & Conference (DEAM13), taking place this...