Know What's Happening in Human Resources
Know What's Happening in Human Resources
Chef Initiative Trains Autistic Talent for Fine‑Dining Kitchens
Chefs on the Spectrum, launched by chef Franklin Becker and autistic cook Joseph Valentino, trains and places people on the autism spectrum in fine‑dining kitchens. The program debuted at a $2,500 fundraiser for Autism Speaks, targeting both the restaurant labor shortage and unemployment among autistic adults.
The Federal Communications Commission has broadened its Honors Engineer fellowship into a full Honors STEM Program, targeting engineers, economists, technologists and other recent graduates. The one‑year career‑development track offers hands‑on work on high‑priority initiatives such as AI, drones, satellites and telecom policy, with a chance to secure a permanent federal position. Applications are open now for candidates graduating by May 2026, with a deadline of April 30, 2026. The program aims to inject fresh technical talent into the agency’s policymaking engine.
AI is transforming talent acquisition by automating screening, interview scheduling, and candidate outreach, dramatically accelerating hiring cycles. At the same time, the same technologies are lowering barriers for fraudulent applicants who can manipulate AI-driven assessments and falsify credentials. Recruiters now...
The worst is when they talk like the job is yours. “This is where you will be sitting...”Don’t do that.
Amgen has institutionalized mentorship as a core pillar, creating a structured program that pairs early‑career staff with seasoned leaders. The initiative enables rapid up‑skilling, confidence building, and a clear pathway to leadership, as illustrated by manufacturing manager Lauren Moore’s promotion...
Awardco has been named a leader in G2’s Spring 2026 reports, securing 23 awards across Employee Engagement, Recognition, Rewards, and Lifestyle Spending Accounts. The platform achieved Leader placements in Enterprise, Mid‑Market, and Small Business segments, plus Momentum and Regional Leader honors....
XS Global has expanded its Asia‑Pacific footprint with the launch of XS Global Asia Pacific Ltd (XSGAP) in Hong Kong and now appoints Daniel Abramson as Head of Construction Underwriting for the region. Abramson brings over 25 years of underwriting...
The FDIC’s Office of Inspector General warned that recent staffing cuts could erode institutional knowledge and impair crisis response. The agency trimmed its workforce by 20% last year, dropping from about 6,300 to 5,000 employees, and nearly one‑fifth of the...
Google announced today that it is rolling out the SoundHeal sensory program across its global offices to support employee mental and emotional health. The initiative reflects a growing corporate focus on holistic wellness, though details of the technology and rollout...
Carmichael Training Systems (CTS) announced the addition of four ultrarunning coaches—Jaume Lloria-Varella, Martin Torres, Mindy Kaufman and Hannah Young—bringing its roster to 67. The hires respond to a wave of athlete success across elite, age‑group and novice levels, underscoring rapid...
Vensure Employer Solutions announced a $450 million senior secured financing led by Stone Point Capital Markets. The capital will fund a wave of acquisitions and expand the company's AI‑powered payroll, benefits and compliance tools, cementing Vensure’s position as a fast‑growing private...
Acting CFO Steve Mahr announced a deferred retirement option aimed at easing Chicago's $35.8 billion pension liability. The strategy seeks to lower immediate budget pressures, extend the retirement horizon for eligible employees, and reshape the city’s capital and staffing plans.
More than 2,750 American doctors, nurses and researchers have applied for positions in Canada, spurred by U.S. federal funding cuts and restrictive abortion laws. British Columbia’s targeted recruitment campaign has already secured 400 hires, while a volunteer‑run social‑media movement fuels...
Pacific Islander residents of the U.S. under the COFA treaties are hitting legal roadblocks as the 2025 REAL ID mandate limits their ability to travel and work. Advocacy groups warn the lack of passports and enhanced driver’s licenses could cripple...
A 5‑week live cohort called "Break into Senior Engineering Roles" is opening with only three seats left and a one‑week deadline. The program targets mid‑level engineers aiming for senior positions at FAANG, promising salaries of $300K+ (≈ $60K for Indian equivalents)....
The Philippine Star column highlights emotional intelligence (EI) as a critical workplace asset, outlining seven behaviors that emotionally intelligent professionals deliberately avoid. It stresses that restraint—pausing before reacting, sharing authentic feelings, and sidestepping gossip or grudges—builds trust and leadership credibility....
The U.S. Department of Labor has proposed a rule that would raise prevailing wage levels for employment‑based immigration programs, including H‑1B, H‑1B1, E‑3, and PERM EB‑2/EB‑3 visas. Entry‑level wages would shift from the 17th to the 34th percentile, while the...
The UK Employment Rights Act 2025 introduces new protections that forbid employers from imposing detriments on workers whose sole or main purpose is to prevent, deter or penalise participation in protected industrial action. The government has opened a consultation until...
We only hire builders (and we’re on a hiring spree)! Reply with something you've built. I'll read them personally. We’re interviewing the best ones. You’ll be a good fit if you: - work best without permission - default to “how could I automate this” -...
Nearshoring is gaining traction in the Salesforce ecosystem, with 80% of COOs planning to expand it over the next three years. Latin America, especially Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, and Colombia, is emerging as the primary nearshore hub, offering 30‑50% cost savings...
In this episode, Geoff Guy, Managing Director of Riverlution, discusses how his purpose‑driven environmental business balances mission and commercial viability while scaling up. He explains Riverlution’s evolution from a community arm of the River Stewardship Company to a standalone community...
From 6 April 2026, UK employers must keep adequate records of workers’ annual leave and holiday pay under the Employment Rights Act 2025. The obligation covers all leave types, including irregular hours and carried‑over entitlement, and records must be retained for six years....
Culture Amp’s research shows 77% of employees say AI tools increase their workload, even as 96% of C‑suite leaders expect AI to boost output. Engagement metrics are sliding, with U.S. employee engagement falling to 31% by 2024. Companies that combine...
ADP Research finds fewer than one‑in‑four employees feel confident their jobs are safe, highlighting a major communication gap. Workers who perceive security are six times more engaged, 3.3 times more productive, and twice as likely to stay. Front‑line managers and...
UK High Court ordered Jockey Club Racecourses to pay nearly £990,000 (about $1.26 million) to former marketing manager Matthew Foxton‑Duffy for psychiatric injury caused by workplace stress. The court found the employer breached its duty of care under the Health and...
Marsh Risk has appointed Katrina Zafiriadis to lead its newly established Service Delivery Practice for the U.S. and Canada. Zafiriadis, who brings two decades of service delivery and operational resilience experience, previously served as chief of staff to Marsh Risk...
Women are rapidly moving into senior roles across the global air‑cargo sector, shifting the industry from a traditionally male‑dominated hierarchy to a more inclusive leadership model. Their rise coincides with the sector’s digital transformation, AI‑enabled forecasting, and heightened sustainability pressures,...
More than half of U.S. small businesses outsource payroll, yet only 14% have fully integrated HR, payroll, and time‑management systems. Separate processes create data silos, compliance gaps, and unclear ownership, costing time and increasing risk. Implementing a unified HRIS‑payroll‑bookkeeping solution—often...
Job security has eroded, with professionals now switching roles every 18‑30 months, yet interviewers still cling to the outdated “Where do you see yourself in five years?” question. Jason Morris, CEO of Profit Engine, warns that answering this literally can...
Question : There are good companies who want good talent and good people who are qualified. But then we hear : “Good help is hard to find” Where do you think the disconnect is?
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Irene Mihai, Policy Director of the Romanian Photovoltaic Industry Association, highlighted the critical role of mentorship, collaboration, and inclusive workplace practices in attracting and retaining talent in the solar sector. She noted that women now represent roughly 40% of the...
As long expected, President Trump has named NLRB member James Murphy as the labor board's chairman, the agency just announced. In statement, Murphy says he looks forward to working with colleagues "to protect and advance the rights of American workers."
You probably know that Zohran Mamdani won over a lot of young college grads last fall. But do you know exactly what portion? 84%! I have a story up today that tries to explain why. https://t.co/9JbOLH1zIK
Organizations using Oracle HCM Recruiting Cloud often struggle with manual resume handling, inconsistent data, and fragmented sourcing, which slow hiring. RChilli offers an AI‑driven resume parsing solution that automatically extracts candidate information and feeds it into Oracle Recruiting. The integration...
I have a story up today about why young college grads are feeling so angry: It’s more than just rising unemployment and the threat of AI. It’s a deep sense of betrayal. 1/ https://t.co/9JbOLH1zIK
The Future of Work Isn’t About AI - It’s About How We Redesign Work Around People https://t.co/Pz1Spyoe3Q https://t.co/ppjRCOLezi
McDonald’s UK and Ireland has launched a new advertising campaign spotlighting its young workforce, which includes more than 100,000 employees under 25 and one‑third of its managers. The four‑part video series follows real staff members, emphasizing the communication, confidence, resilience...
"Emotional needs, such as feeling valued and supported, mattered more than functional needs like pay, benefits, and hours in retaining and supporting talent." https://t.co/xLzSKDM6Fz < we all crave joy and appreciation in our work
"Across all groups, after adjusting for inflation, higher ed employees are still earning less than they did before the COVID-19 pandemic..." https://t.co/DeNRZxnPx7
Nissan announced Jay Cooney as vice‑president of regional communications for Nissan Americas, effective March 30. Cooney arrives from Enviri after senior roles at PepsiCo, Ford, GM and DaimlerChrysler, succeeding Brian Brockman. The appointment follows parallel hires at Stratacomm and Crossroads Strategies,...
CNN’s expose of abuse at René Redzepi’s Noma triggered a wave of self‑examination in fine dining. In response, chefs across Minnesota introduced a formal handbook, daily debriefs and mentorship programs to build healthier kitchens, marking a tangible push against entrenched toxicity.
South Florida announced the hiring of Chris Mack as its new men’s basketball head coach after Bryan Hodgson left for a new opportunity. The move brings a veteran coach with ACC experience to a program seeking to improve its competitive...
Microsoft announced a sweeping HR reorganization that installs Leslie Lawson Sims as VP of People & Culture, sees Chief Diversity Officer Lindsay‑Rae McIntyre exit, and creates a workforce‑acceleration unit. The changes aim to embed AI, rapid skill development and inclusive...
Employees at the Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge have initiated a union drive, adding to a wave of labor activism in the hospitality sector. The move underscores growing tensions between hotel workers and management nationwide.
Paychex posted $1.8 billion in Q3 revenue, a 20% jump driven by Paycor integration and AI‑enabled services. The earnings beat and new $1 billion share‑repurchase authorization signal confidence in its expanding HR platform. Analysts see the results as a bellwether for the...
Boston‑based health‑tech firm Clasp closed a $20 million Series B round, planning to double its 55‑person workforce and extend its student‑loan repayment hiring model. The capital will fund product expansion and new employer partnerships as hospitals seek to reduce clinician attrition.
During the week of March 23‑27, several channel vendors announced senior leadership changes aimed at strengthening AI‑driven security, scaling SaaS revenue, and expanding federal cloud compliance. 7AI named Israel Barak as chief information security officer to accelerate AI‑enabled SOC operations. JumpCloud,...
Kuda, the Nigerian digital bank, announced a company‑wide restructuring on March 25, terminating hundreds of contracts across core units, including 19 of its 40 marketing staff. The layoffs are framed as a strategic shift rather than a response to financial...
The Life Time Grand Prix announced a new pregnancy policy for its athletes. The policy guarantees roster protection for competitors who withdraw due to pregnancy and secures a spot for them in the following season. It also allows wildcard entries...
SAP SuccessFactors announced a series of updates to the Employee Central and Employee Central Payroll user assistance guides for the first half of 2026. The revisions focus on streamlined navigation, clearer terminology, and expanded coverage of new compliance features introduced...
