Recent Headlines
Within Outsourced Human Resources Services & Professional Employer Organizations
FutureOffice Network™ Presents April Smartcast: New COBRA Updates
This month's Smartcast will cover new topics in-depth related to COBRA. - April 03, 2009 - Davidson Marketing Group, LLC.
Breakthrough Leadership Workshop – Rare Public Event – Raising Money for Youth and Literacy Programs
'The BreakThrough Leadership Program' featuring internationally renowned speaker Brian Biro, is being held on April 7th in Dallas, Texas – a one-time only event – Raising Money for Youth and Literacy Programs. - April 02, 2009 - TurnKey Coaching Solutions
Business Solutions Provider Pre-employ.com Inc. Awarded Background Screening Contract by Premier Purchasing Partners, LP
Hospitals, Healthcare Providers to Save Time and Money with Outsourced Background Screening Services from Pre-employ.com Inc., a Leading Provider of Pre-employment Screening, Drug Testing, and Risk Management Solutions for Healthcare Organizations. - March 28, 2009 - Pre-Employ.com
High-Potential Tip: Wow the Boss
A solid work history is more likely to put candidates on the high-potential advancement track if they impress their superiors as well, according to a recent Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) study. The study found that when it comes to identifying “hi-po” candidates, 86% of... - March 25, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
WineAndHospitalityNetwork.com Partners with Vineyard Worker Services to Help Industry Workers
Outside the Lines, Inc. (OTL), the Sonoma, CA based Wine & Hospitality Industry consulting firm, has announced that their business & social networking site, WineAndHospitalityNetwork.com (WHN) will be donating a percentage of future event proceeds to Vineyard Worker Services. Upcoming... - March 20, 2009 - Community Cafe & Annex Wine Bar
i4cp Launches the Productivity Confidence Index
New Benchmark Tracks Productivity Expectations on a Continuing Basis - March 16, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Pre-Employment Screening of Chinese Nationals Simplified
China Academic Degrees and Graduate Education Development Centre (CDGDC), today announced the signing of an exclusive contract with Verifile Limited to provide a more streamlined system to verify Chinese academic and vocational qualifications. - March 15, 2009 - Verifile Ltd
Jim Thorsten Promoted to Vice President of Sales - Traditional Staffing at firstPRO Staffing and Executive Search
April Nagel, President and CEO of firstPRO Staffing and Executive Search announced today that Jim Thorsten will serve as Vice President of Sales in the Traditional Staffing division. “Jim has a long history with firstPRO and understands the process of reaching and keeping customers,”... - March 13, 2009 - First Pro Staffing
The City of Atlanta Certifies firstPRO Staffing and Executive Search a Female Business Enterprise
April Nagel, CEO of firstPRO Staffing and Executive Search announced today that the City of Atlanta’s Equal Business Opportunity Program (EBO) has certified the company as a Female Business Enterprise (FBE). Certification lasts for a period of two years and entitles the firm to be included in... - March 13, 2009 - First Pro Staffing
FutureOffice Network™ Presents March Smartcast - New CHIP Law Implications for Employer Health Plans
Craig J. Davidson, CEBS, is presenting a Smartcast on the New CHIP Law Implications for Employer Health Plans. This event will take place Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at 10 a.m. (CDT) and 1 p.m. (CDT). Davidson will cover in-depth the following topics: Premium Assistance, Special Enrollment Events,... - March 08, 2009 - Davidson Marketing Group, LLC.
Medix Staffing Solutions Featured in Crain’s Chicago Business’ “Recession Successes: How They Did It”
Medix Staffing Solutions, Inc., a staffing company specialized in recruiting personnel for clients in the healthcare, insurance and scientific industries, recently made another appearance in the pages of Crain’s Chicago Business. A few short months after Medix was listed in Crain’s as... - March 07, 2009 - Medix
Corporate Productivity Predicted to Rise in Down Economy
Study: Companies expect their workforces to be more productive. - March 02, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
FutureOffice Network™ Presenting Smartcast New Cobra & Benefit Rules Under the Stimulus Law
On February 25th, 2009, FutureOffice Network will be presenting another live Smartcast. This special session’s topic is “American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.” The president signed this Act into law on February 17, 2009. Participants will learn the following: ·... - February 21, 2009 - Davidson Marketing Group, LLC.
i4cp Doubles Attendance at Upcoming 37th Annual Member Conference
Traditional gathering in St. Petersburg, FL, features top human capital thought leaders and senior executives from some of the world’s leading organizations. - February 17, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Hirease, Inc Announces Addition of NCCRIM
Instant real-time information on North Carolina criminal records. - February 05, 2009 - Hirease, Inc
FutureOffice Network Presenting Smartcast on Rules for Downsizing
On February 17th, 2009, FutureOffice Network will be presenting another live Smartcast. “The Rules for Downsizing” will be the topic. Those who attend will learn what reduction in workforce rules exist and what employers laying off employees need to know to minimize litigation risk. - February 04, 2009 - Davidson Marketing Group, LLC.
Lack of Knowledge Retention: The Hidden Cost of Corporate Downsizing
Study: Despite Correlation with Positive Market Performance, Most Companies Fail to Retain Knowledge When Workers Leave. - February 02, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Recycled Products Made in USA Make Work an Eco-Friendlier Place
Baudville Inc., a leading provider of employee recognition and award products, announced the release of a new product line made entirely of recycled products, recyclable products and products made in USA. The new product line, "g-thanks," provides eco-friendly rewards for an office... - January 31, 2009 - Baudville
Medix Staffing Solutions Honored with Business Ledger Growth Award
Medix Staffing Solutions, Inc. is this year’s recipient of the Business Ledger’s “Entrepreneurial Excellence Growth Award.” The annual award recognizes private businesses for outstanding growth and development within the last four years; Medix and the company’s Chief... - January 31, 2009 - Medix
$11 Million Set Aside to Assist Ailing California Hospitals and Nurses with Fingerprinting
The Pre-employ.com Family of Companies – a nationwide leader in Human Resources services and solutions – offers detailed overview of $11 million reimbursement program for California’s hospitals and nurses for fingerprinting costs in free webinar: "$11 Million Set Aside to Assist Ailing California Hospitals and Nurses with Fingerprinting." - January 28, 2009 - Pre-Employ.com
Improving Productivity of the Existing Workforce High on Corporate Resolutions for the New Year
Study: With Most Predicting 10% U.S. Unemployment, Improving Profits, Cutting Costs, Increasing Customer Satisfaction and Managing Change Also Cited as Top Five 2009 Corporate Challenges. - January 26, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Tri-Worth Solutions Ranked Top 10 Best Staffing Agency in Denver
Denver Based Executive Search Firm is Recognized as Top Colorado Staffing & Recruiting Agency by the Denver Business Journal. - January 23, 2009 - TriWorth Solutions
ReviewSNAP Announces New 360 Degree Feedback Module
In a move to offer current and future clients a comprehensive performance management system, ReviewSNAP announces the launch of the new 360 Degree Feedback module, ReviewSNAP360. A division of Applied Training Systems, ReviewSNAP provides a fully automated, web-based performance review... - January 22, 2009 - ReviewSNAP
Tri-Worth Solutions Ranked Top 10 Best Place to Work in Denver
Denver Based Executive Search Firm is recognized as the 8th Best Place to Work by the Denver Business Journal. - January 21, 2009 - TriWorth Solutions
Four of 10 Companies Expect Healthcare Costs to Increase Under Obama
Companies See Reduced Healthcare Enrollment as Cost Crisis Continues. - January 12, 2009 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Profiles International Releases Online Offering Advice to Employers and Job Seekers
Jim Sirbasku, company Co-Founder and CEO, comments on December 2008 labor statistics. - January 11, 2009 - Profiles International
Zimmerman Receives 401k Wire Recognition
Marc Zimmerman, AIF®, Vice President, Qualified Plans Consulting, has been named again as one of 401kWire’s One Hundred Most Influential People in Defined Contribution, advancing from number 57 last year to number 32 in 2009. Marc is one of only a handful of consultants who has achieved this exceptional recognition. - January 10, 2009 - Mahoney & Associates
The HBPTEA Organization Provides New Hope for Individuals Seeking Home Based Employment
Introducing an exciting, brand new telecommuting resource - January 07, 2009 - Home Business Professionals Telecommuting Employment Agency Resource & Development Center
FutureOffice Network™ Presenting Smartcast on H.R. Record Retention
On January 20th, 2009, FutureOffice Network will be presenting another live Smartcast. This month’s topic is “H.R. Record Retention.” Participants will learn what human resources records they need to retain and for how long. - January 07, 2009 - Davidson Marketing Group, LLC.
Human Capital Management Technology Failing to Capitalize on Promises
Study: One-third of Companies Are Dissatisfied. - December 29, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Trident Workforce Investment Board Welding Program Receives National Recognition
The Trident Workforce Investment Board Trident Area Welding Initiative received the U.S. Department of Labor’s Recognition of Excellence Award in the “tapping the talents of special populations in the workforce” category for its Trident Area Welding Initiative at the national 2008... - December 25, 2008 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Swift HR Solutions Expands Support of Early-Stage Companies with the Addition of a New President
Swift HR Solutions, provider of comprehensive, strategic HR solutions to early-stage companies, has made a bold move in these unusual economic times and announced the addition of Kathi A. Jones as President, Products. Jones will focus her energy on the expansion of the company’s product division. - December 17, 2008 - Swift HR Solutions
Study: Holidays Put the Humbug on Productivity
In a down economy, 15% of workers say they’re afraid to take time off for the holidays. - December 16, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Study: Down Economy Sparks Rise in Workplace Theft
The current economic downturn has led to an upturn in workplace theft – especially in large organizations – according to a recent Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp) study. The study found that 27% of respondents in large companies - those with 10,000 or more employees - said... - December 11, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Profiles International Surveys Businesses to Assess Impact of Economic Crisis
Company teams with Sam Houston State to assess the impact on business strategy caused by the current economic crisis. - December 11, 2008 - Profiles International
“The Economic Report” Show to Feature Palladian International, LLC
The producers of The Economic Report are pleased to announce that Palladian International, LLC, will be featured in an upcoming episode on “Finding the Best Talent for Your Organization,” as part of the show’s “Report on Business” series. An executive search firm... - December 08, 2008 - Palladian International, LLC
ReviewSNAP™ Announces New Features
The Web-based performance management system, ReviewSNAP™, announces the addition of several new modules. These additional features will help organizations make their performance review process even more effective and productive. - November 25, 2008 - ReviewSNAP
Most Executives Rank Succession Planning Among Top Challenges in the Future
Despite recognition, most companies lack a formal succession planning process, according to the latest report from i4cp. - November 20, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Multi-Dimensional Diversity™: i4cp Launches Exclusive New Program to Help Companies Leverage Diversity as a Competitive Asset
Diversity issues today have never been more complex. Cultural, racial, religious, gender, and generational diversity, among others, have organizations scrambling not only to meet the challenge of diversity’s multi-dimensional nature, but also to leverage it to their advantage. Through an... - November 20, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Verifile Limited Acquires Tigerbrook Employment Screening Division
Verifile Maintains Rapid Growth in Difficult Times. - November 16, 2008 - Verifile Ltd
Career Workshop in Weyers Cave, VA
Palladian International will present a workshop for job seekers focusing on resume writing and interviewing. Job seekers will learn how to promote their potential to an employer and stand out from their competition. The workshop will be held on November 20, 2008 at the Weyers Cave Community Center. - November 13, 2008 - Palladian International, LLC
Despite Economy, Most Companies Expect Hotter Competition for Top Talent in the Next Five Years
However, i4cp survey shows their “Employer Brands” may not be up to the job. - November 12, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Most Companies Encourage Their Employees to Take Part in the Voting Process
Not feeling very civic minded come voting day? Your employer might just provide the nudge you need, suggests a recent study by the Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp). Giving employees the chance to vote is often mandated by state laws, but many employers go beyond legal requirements to... - November 04, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Industry Staffing Leader Announces Vice President, Regional Manager
Linda Stewart and Josie Castro have joined the residential leasing division of JWilliamsStaffing. Based in Irvine, Calif., JWilliams handles the full spectrum of staffing needs for multi-family leasing offices with candidates at every skill level and needs-based placements for bilingual or specialized consultants. - October 31, 2008 - JWilliamsStaffing
For Most Companies, Layoffs Are Tough to Avoid
Study: Six of Ten Companies Have Trimmed Their Workforce, and Almost Half Expect More Cuts in the Next Six Months. - October 29, 2008 - Institute for Corporate Productivity (i4cp)
Novotus Announces First Recruiting Product with Guarantee at HR Southwest Convention
Novotus, a leading recruitment process outsourcing firm headquartered in Austin, announced an industry leading product promise of filling open positions within 30 days. - October 24, 2008 - Novotus
Trident Workforce Investment Board Annual Awards Ceremony
The Trident Workforce Investment Board recognized three area companies and four One Stop customers at its 18th Annual Workforce Investment Act (WIA) Customer Awards Ceremony held in the Trident Technical College Complex for Economic Development. Janet Cappellini, Vice Chair of the Trident... - October 22, 2008 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Trident Workforce Investment Board Appoints Executive Committee Members
The Trident Workforce Investment Board (TWIB) elected the following Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorchester county board members to serve as the Executive Committee for the 2008 – 2009 year. Lou DuBon was elected Chair; Jan Cappellini, was elected vice chair; and Jennifer Hook was elected 2nd... - October 22, 2008 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Trident Workforce Investment Board Prepares One Stop Career System Students for Careers in Manufacturing
The Trident Workforce Investment Board, Lowcountry Manufacturing Council, and Trident Technical College celebrated the success of another group of students after they completed the Trident Workforce Investment Board’s Manufacturing Certification Training Program. - October 22, 2008 - Trident Workforce Investment Board
Trident Workforce Investment Board
The Trident Workforce Investment Board (TWIB) has announced the appointment of new members for the 2008 – 2009 year. Steven Brower is an Owner/Partner in Carolina Starches, North America’s leading supplier of specialty potato starch derivatives for the pulp and paper and allied... - October 22, 2008 - Trident Workforce Investment Board