With the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Jobs for Veterans Act (JVA) still firmly in place despite recent regulatory changes that have narrowed the compliance focus, federal contractors’ dedication to veteran hiring is more important than ever. And while many employers deploy efforts focused on attracting, hiring, and retaining these individuals, […]
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DE Talk Unplugged | Advancing EEO Through Accessibility & Belonging: A Look at Disability Employment
Establishing disability hiring efforts and creating workplaces that are accessible and create a sense of belonging are as important as ever. So, when Ashlea Lantz from The Harkin Institute, Molly Gill of John Deere Financial, and our very own Michelle Krefft (formerly of Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services) presented on this topic at our Annual Meeting […]
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DE Talk Unplugged | Merit is Not the Opposite of Diversity: Removing Barriers to Employment
As a result of recent Executive Orders, many employers are wondering what they can and can’t do when it comes to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts. One thing is certain: merit is not the opposite of diversity. After all, to find the most qualified candidate for the job, you must reach as many people as […]
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DE Talk Unplugged | Striking the Right Chord in Recruitment: How Employers Can Build Talent Pipelines and Engage Top Talent
If you’ve never thought about the similarities between streaming music platforms and recruitment marketing CRMs, listening to this podcast is a must! Dive into a sneak peek of our latest episode of the DE Talk podcast with some of the experts from Recruit Rooster, for a unique conversation on how you can take successful strategies […]
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