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Overview of Cascade’s Online Compensation Platform: Payscale Peer
Overview of Cascade’s Online Compensation Platform: Payscale Peer Posted by McKenna Arnold, Survey and Research Manager on Monday, October 21, 2024 Tags: Compensation Cascade is excited to continue its second year with our online compensation platform, Payscale Peer! This innovative platform offers our members enhanced compensation reporting options, including real-time data reports, online dashboarding, competitor comparisons, and regional…
Read MoreEnhance End-of-Year Pay Conversations with Total Rewards Statements
Enhance End-of-Year Pay Conversations with Total Rewards Statements Posted by Olivia Steelman, Compensation Consultant on Monday, October 14, 2024 Tags: Compensation, Employee Benefits It’s almost 2025! Well, sort of. At least, some of us may be planning for the new year to turn its page in just three short months. Before we make it to 2025, how…
Read More2025 Changes to Medicare Part D: What Employers Need to Know
2025 Changes to Medicare Part D: What Employers Need to Know Posted by Patrick Sullivan, Benefits Consultant at CSNW Benefits on Friday, October 4, 2024 Tags: Employee Benefits Starting January 1, 2025, the most impactful change to Medicare Part D will be the reduction of the annual out-of-pocket (OOP) maximum from $8,000 in 2024 to just $2,000.…
Read MoreThe Critical Role of a Compensation Philosophy and Strategy in Business Success
The Critical Role of a Compensation Philosophy and Strategy in Business Success Posted by Margaret Oglesby, Compensation Consultant on Monday, September 30, 2024 Tags: Compensation In today’s competitive business environment, attracting and retaining top talent requires more than just offering a competitive salary. Organizations must have a clear, structured approach to compensation that aligns with their overall…
Read MoreLeadership Lessons in Inclusion & Belonging from a First-Generation Immigrant
Leadership Lessons in Inclusion & Belonging from a First-Generation Immigrant Posted by Plummer Bailor, MA, Leadership Development Consultant on Monday, September 23, 2024 Tags: Leadership When I arrived in the United States in 1989 on a student visa, I was filled with anticipation. I had left behind a life in Sierra Leone where I had already completed…
Read More2024-25 National Business Trends Survey: Participate Now!
2024-25 National Business Trends Survey: Participate Now! Posted by McKenna Arnold, Survey and Research Manager on Monday, September 16, 2024 Tags: Surveys Cascade is partnering with the Employer Associations of American (EAA) to conduct the 2024-2025 National Business Trends Survey. This survey compiles data on national, regional, and local business trends, covering issues such as staffing levels, hiring…
Read MoreCreating Inclusive Spaces: Bridging Generational Gaps for Belonging
Creating Inclusive Spaces: Bridging Generational Gaps for Belonging Posted by Plummer Bailor, MA, Leadership Development Consultant on Monday, September 9, 2024 Tags: Policies In today’s multigenerational workplace, creating a culture of inclusion and belonging is more critical than ever. With up to five generations working side by side, each bringing unique perspectives and experiences, leaders must ensure…
Read MoreFall into Leadership: Boost Your Professional Development
Fall into Leadership: Boost Your Professional Development Posted by Carolyn Culley, MAEd, MS, Workplace Learning Consultant on Monday, August 26, 2024 Tags: Leadership As the crisp autumn air replaces the lazy days of summer, it’s time for leaders to shed their flip-flops and dive headfirst into professional growth. Whether you’re a seasoned pro, just starting your leadership…
Read MoreBeyond the Delays: Exploring Equivalent Plans for Reliable Paid Leave
Beyond the Delays: Exploring Equivalent Plans for Reliable Paid Leave Posted by Patrick Sullivan, Benefits Consultant at CSNW Benefits on Monday, August 19, 2024 Tags: Compliance, Leave Laws Since its inception, Paid Leave Oregon has faced significant challenges, including delays in processing claims, technical issues, and fraud attempts. These problems have highlighted the program’s shortcomings and the…
Read MoreEmployers Need to Prepare for FTC’s Non-Compete Ban That Could Take Effect September 4th
Employers Need to Prepare for FTC’s Non-Compete Ban That Could Take Effect September 4th Posted by Cascade Compliance Team on August 15, 2024 Tags: Alert, Compliance On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) finalized its non-compete rule that virtually bans non-compete agreements and supersedes all state laws relating to non-compete agreements. This rule is set…
Read MoreFederal Non-Compete Ban Blocked
Federal Non-Compete Ban Blocked Posted by Cascade Compliance Team on August 21, 2024 Tags: Alert, Compliance On August 20th, a federal judge struck down the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Non-Compete Rule that was set to take effect on September 4th. The FTC’s Non-Compete Rule would have virtually banned non-compete agreements and superseded all state laws relating…
Read More2024/2025 Salary Budget Survey: Open for Participation!
2024/2025 Salary Budget Survey: Open for Participation! Posted by McKenna Arnold, Survey and Research Manager on Monday, August 12, 2024 Tags: Surveys The 2024/25 Salary Budget Survey is here, and it is time to participate in Cascade’s annual salary increase survey! This survey gauges pay adjustments – actual for the past year and projected for the upcoming year –…
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