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DOL’s New Overtime Rule Coming July 1: Be Prepared, Despite Uncertainty
DOL’s New Overtime Rule Coming July 1: Be Prepared, Despite Uncertainty Posted by Cascade Compliance Team on June 27, 2024 Tags: Alert, Compliance Beginning July 1st, the Department of Labor’s (DOL) Final Rule regarding “white collar” salary exemptions from overtime requirements is set to take effect. Under DOL’s new Final Rule, to be exempt from overtime, an…
Read More2024 Member Appreciation Month Trivia Contest: Week 3
2024 Member Appreciation Month Trivia Contest: Week 3 Posted by Cascade Employers Association on Monday, June 17, 2024 Tags: Member Appreciation Month Welcome to week three of Member Appreciation Month! Our Membership Trivia activity is just one of many ways you can earn entries in our month-end drawings, including a Grand Prize of two nights lodging at the…
Read More2024 Member Appreciation Month Trivia Contest: Week 2
2024 Member Appreciation Month Trivia Contest: Week 2 Posted by Cascade Employers Association on Monday, June 10, 2024 Tags: Member Appreciation Month Welcome to week two of Member Appreciation Month! Our Membership Trivia activity is just one of many ways you can earn entries in our month-end drawings, including a Grand Prize of two nights lodging at the…
Read MoreMember Appreciation Month is JUNE
Member Appreciation Month is JUNE Posted by Cascade Employers Association on Monday, May 20, 2024 Tags: Member Appreciation Month Members are the reason that Cascade Employers Association has existed for over 75 years. As a thank you for the ongoing support of over 600 Oregon and SW Washington employers, we are dedicating June to OUR MEMBERS! We have set aside the…
Read MoreUpdated OFLA, PLO, and FMLA Forms and Policies for July 1st
Updated OFLA, PLO, and FMLA Forms and Policies for July 1st Posted by Cascade Compliance Team, Wednesday, May 29, 2024 Tags: Alert, Policies As a reminder, there are major changes coming to the Oregon Family Medical Leave Act (OFLA) beginning on July 1st. Specifically, OFLA will no longer include leave for a serious health condition…
Read MoreBenchmark Your Benefits: 2024 Northwest Employee Benefits Survey
Benchmark Your Benefits: 2024 Northwest Employee Benefits Survey Posted by McKenna Arnold, Survey and Research Manager on Monday, May 13, 2024 Tags: Surveys Are you an Oregon or Washington employer looking to attract and retain top talent? In today’s competitive job market, offering a strong benefits package is crucial. But how do you know if your benefits…
Read MoreLevel Up Your Leadership Game: Transitioning From Peer to Supervisor
Level Up Your Leadership Game: Transitioning From Peer to Supervisor Posted by Cascade Employers Association on Monday, May 6, 2024 Tags: Leadership, Training Congratulations on your promotion to supervisor! Leading a team can be incredibly rewarding, but it also presents unique challenges, especially when you’re now managing former colleagues or even friends. At Cascade Employers Association, we…
Read MoreBOLI Clarifies OFLA Protections in Advance of the July 1st Transition
BOLI Clarifies OFLA Protections in Advance of the July 1st Transition Posted by Cascade Compliance Team, Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Tags: Alert, Compliance The Bureau of Labor and Industries (BOLI) has issued temporary administrative rules addressing existing Oregon Family Leave Act (OFLA) claims for reasons that will no longer be covered by OFLA as of July 1,…
Read MoreHaving Difficult Conversations About Pay – It’s Difficult, But It Pays Off
Having Difficult Conversations About Pay – It’s Difficult, But It Pays Off Posted by Olivia Steelman, Compensation Consultant on Monday, April 29, 2024 Tags: Compensation “We can’t afford to give you a pay increase this year.” “Your work performance hasn’t met expectations, so you aren’t receiving a salary increase this year.” These are hard messages, both to…
Read MoreEmbracing Diversity in the Workplace During the Holiday Season
Embracing Diversity in the Workplace During the Holiday Season Posted by Daryl Dixon, Director of Equity and Inclusion on Monday, December 18, 2023 Tags: Communication, Policies The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. As offices across the globe prepare for festive decorations and year-end parties, it’s essential to recognize and embrace the diversity…
Read MoreNavigating Change Through Adaptive Leadership
Navigating Change Through Adaptive Leadership Posted by Plummer Bailor, MA, Leadership Development Consultant on Monday, November 13, 2023 Tags: Change Management, Leadership In the ever-evolving landscape of today’s organizations, change is not just a possibility; it’s a constant. Whether driven by technological advancements, market shifts, or global events, change is an inescapable reality for businesses of all…
Read MoreRole Clarity and Accountability in the Workplace
Role Clarity and Accountability in the Workplace Posted by Plummer Bailor, Leadership Development Consultant on Monday, February 27, 2023 Tags: Performance Management Role clarity and accountability in the workplace are essential to ensuring that everyone understands their roles, responsibilities, and expectations. Having clear roles and expectations helps to create a work environment that is organized, productive, and…
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