Business
Bayer Earns Top Marks in 2019 Disability Equality Index
For the first time, Bayer U.S. earned an 80 in the 2019 Disability Equality Index (DEI), and was recognized as a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion. DEI is the most comprehensive disability inclusion assessment tool designed and embraced by both business leaders and disability advocates across the United States.
50 Fastest Growing Women -Owned And Led Companies Announced By WPO And Capital One
The Women Presidents’ Organization (WPO) has announced the 12th annual ranking of the 50 Fastest-Growing Women-Owned/Led Companies™. Winners were announced during the WPO Annual Conference, held this year in Charlotte, NC.
Small Business Job Growth Slows in June, While Wage Growth Increases
The Paychex | IHS Markit Small Business Employment Watch for June shows slowing small business job growth accompanied by continued steady wage growth, together indications of an increasingly tight labor market.
Average New-Car Prices Up 3% Year-Over-Year for June 2019
The valuation analysts at Kelley Blue Book recently reported the estimated average transaction price for a light vehicle in the United States was $37,285 in June 2019. New-vehicle prices increased $1,131 (up 3.1%) from June 2018, while decreasing $67 (down 0.2%) from last month.
“Art for Justice” Unveiled at Ben & Jerry’s Factory
While melting ice cream cones may seem like an ice cream company’s biggest summer concern, Ben & Jerry’s is tackling an issue that’s a bit more substantial: criminal justice reform. With 5% of the world’s population, and 25% of the world’s prison population, the criminal justice system in the United States is what author Paul Brakke refers to as “a national shame.” Addressing that issue and advocating for criminal justice reform is the focus of a three-year effort by the iconic ice cream maker, who proudly unveiled a new art installation at its Waterbury, Vermont factory tour site recently.
Hinton Selected as BUFI’s Chairman of the Board of Directors
As the city of Chicago has welcomed its new mayor, the Black United Fund of Illinois welcomes its new chairman of the Board of Directors, Gregory Hinton.
3 In 4 Companies Plan To Expand Creative Teams In Second Half Of 2019, Survey Finds
Recruiting in the creative and marketing fields is expected to intensify during the remainder of the year, new research from staffing firm The Creative Group shows. According to the latest State of Creative Hiring data, 75% of advertising and marketing hiring decision makers anticipate expanding their teams in the second half of 2019, up from 60% six months ago. In addition, 62% of employers plan to increase the number of freelancers they use, a 6-point jump from the first half of the year.
Walter Massey Will Pen Memoir For Beckham Publications
Walter E. Massey, former chairman of Bank of America, will publish his memoir, “In the Eye of the Storm: My Year as Chairman of Bank of America During the Country’s Worst Financial Crisis,” with Beckham Publications, the house announced. Release is set for spring, 2020.
Survey Reveals Loss Of Lunch Breaks Weighs Heavily On Millennials
A survey by Tork, an Essity brand and the maker of nearly half of the napkins used in the food service industry in the U.S., finds that Millennials – who are now the largest generation in the U.S. labor force – are nearly three times more likely than Baby Boomers to believe coworkers would judge them negatively if they took a regular lunch break.
Scientific Games Expands Global Lottery Instant Game Manufacturing Technology In North America And Europe
Scientific Games Corporation has announced that it is significantly expanding its lottery instant “scratch” game innovation and production capabilities with the addition of advanced manufacturing technology in both North America and Europe.
National Restaurant Association Introduces ServSuccess in Honor of 100th Anniversary
To ensure restaurant professionals have clear career path goals, the National Restaurant Association recently launched ServSuccess™.
Speakers Announced for First Annual Vault Conference
Vault, the new learning hub for future leaders, entrepreneurs and corporate visionaries presented by Emmy® Award-winning entertainer, radio personality, speaker, New York Times best-selling author, businessman and philanthropist Steve Harvey.
Governor Pritzker Announces New Funding for Capital and Infrastructure Program to Support Growth of Minority-Owned Businesses
The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity’s Office of Minority Economic Empowerment is posting two Notification of Funding Opportunities for a total of $15 million to provide minority-owned businesses with resources to help create jobs, build capacity, increase revenues, and expand regionally. The announcement marks the first time the program has been funded. “My administration is committed to expanding opportunities for minority-owned businesses, especially as an important way to help underserved communities grow,” said Governor Pritzker.
Forbes Names CareerBuilder One of America’s Best Midsize Employers for 2019, Recognizing the Company’s Leadership in Diversity & Culture
CareerBuilder, a leader in Talent Acquisition media, technology and services, is being recognized as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers by Forbes. Every year, Forbes honors 500 employers that deliver excellence in the development of their corporate culture.