HR Power Hour

On this episode of HR Power Hour join Tawny Alvarez in a discussion with Attorney Ben Ford of Verrill on the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Bostock v. Clayton County, GA, holding that the term “sex” in Title VII protects employees from discrimination in the work environment on account of sexual orientation and gender identity.  This discussion will provide a foundational discussion of how the...

This week on the HR Power Hour, understanding the importance of resilience in our personal lives and at work is key to growth and development as manager and leaders. Join Kate Simpson, co-author and developer of Take-Two: a Journal for New Beginnings as she discusses the Take-Two Journal and its purpose to assist individuals in building resilience to deal with difficult situations—both personal an...

This week on the HR Power Hour, you are going to hear a hour of the recent webinar done on Realities of Re-Opening webinar hosted by Dave Ciullo and employment attorney Peter Lowe in which they discuss the important issues employers are grappling with as many workplaces reopen in June. Some of the most pressing questions include: What happens if an employee or a visitor gets infected by COVID-19?...

 Next on the HR Power Hour, Kevin O’Brian, author of the new book “The Massachusetts Biotech Boom; A Guide for Executives and Entrepreneurs, provides insight to employers and employees on recognizing what and why retirement is important to you. Kevin and your host David Ciullo discuss his new book which provides an overview of the biotech opportunities, explores the risks, the process of wealth ma...

On this week's HR Power Hour, success feels great, but we learn the most from our failures. Whether the failure is large or small, the growth potential that comes with the experience provides an opportunity for future success. In this episode, we sit down with Robert Baldacci to discuss his work with Baldacci Consulting Group, his experiences in the restaurant industry (both in a well-known f...

On this week's HR Power Hour, Technology drives constant change, and HR and C-Suite leaders have to get employees comfortable with the turmoil change creates. But where do leaders get started in dealing with the complexities of progress? Graham Binks, author of the new book: Trusting Technology: Mastering Technology for Non-Tech Leaders, discusses how business leaders can become centered in t...

On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Liz Greason, co-owner of Maine Intercultural Communication Consultants, LLC for a discussion about overcoming intercultural issues in the workplace.   Liz will discuss with listeners the work that her organization does with entities to help the organization understand their relationship with diversity and ways that the organization can evolve to make the orga...

On this week's HR Power Hour, In the wake of the federal government's institution of the Paycheck Protection Program and the Families First Coronavirus Response Act it is easy to focus on your company's obligations under both of those statutes.  Be mindful, however, that all the statutes that previously applied to your business remain in effect.   In this episode, Tawny talks to Eli...

This week on the HR Power Hour our guest is Todd Cherches. He's the CEO and CoFounder of Big Blue Gumball and an author of the new book Visual Leadership, Leveraging the Power of Visual Thinking in Leadership and in Life. Challenge conventional wisdom during these uncertain times and listen to Todd as he returns to the show to educate us on why a picture is not only worth a thousand words but...

This week on the HR Power Hour our guest is Chris Cynkar, Franchise Consultant at FranChoice. Chris has been a frequent guest on the HR Power Hour talking about career opportunities. The Coronavirus situation does not mean that there are no opportunities. Have you thought about what you're going to do now that the market has turned, and you potentially have been laid off or furloughed? Have y...

On this episode of the HR Power Hour, join us as we talk to Kelly Donahue, Partner in Verrill's Intellectual Property Practice Group, as we talk about Intellectual Property 101 for Human Resources Professionals. During the show, we will learn the differences between patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets as well as understand the role that they play in employment. Specifically, we...

The HR Power Hour continues to provide employer updates on the Coronavirus. This week, Josh Scott, Partner with the Jackson Lewis law firm discusses the Covid 19 Update and its Effects on Employers.   On April 1, 2020, the U.S. DOL posted temporary regulations for the Emergency Paid Sick Leave and the Emergency FMLA to provide employers with guidance to administer. In addition, more info was provi...

On this week's episode of the HR Power Hour, join Tawny Alvarez and Ben Ford, Partner at Verrill in the Labor and Employment Practice Group, discuss the federal government's most recent response to the COVID-19 Pandemic through the FFCRA and CARES Act.   They will discuss the underlying provisions of both Acts as well as best practices for employers in implementing the new statutes and t...

Training and development is often discussed as part of a long and short term workforce education strategy. After more than 25 years maybe it is time to take the strategy to the next level.  Saïd Eastman, CEO/GM, JobsInTheUS talks about creating brand ambassadors who not only gain personal and educational career growth but also humanize recruiting

CMA and HR Power Hour releases "Coronavirus Employment Issues" Radio show  Our guest is Peter Lowe, Partner with the law firm of Brann & Isaacson and the topics to be covered include: Quarantine and imposing travel restrictions and wage and hour consequences; Requiring Doctor notes, medical tests as well as return to work requirements; Requests for accommodations, the icability of th...

On This Weeks Episode of HR Power Hour, today 55 million Americans struggle to save for retirement via their regular paycheck. People who work for small businesses are disproportionately affected. On the HR Power Hour Sarah Mysiewicz Gill Senior Legislative Representative with AARP's Government Affairs department discusses national and state retirement legislative issues and trends as well a...

On This Weeks Episode of HR Power Hour, join us as we talk to Sean Riley, President,and CEO of Maine Course Hospitality Group about best practices in maintaining a strong employee-focused culture while your organization grows.   While the thought of writing over 800 birthday cards to employees may sound tedious or like a waste of time, Sean Riley credits some of these small acts of kindness as mak...

On this week's HR Power Hour, join host Tawny Alvarez at Verrill's HR 2020 Vision for the Future Annual Employment Law Seminar, where she interviews panelists and attendees about the ever-evolving and changing Human Resources landscape.   In this episode, Tawny interviews, Eric Altholz, Partner in Verrill's Executive Compensation and Benefits practice group; Whitney Stover, HR Consu...

This week on the HR Power Hour, author Mildred Hastbacka, Ph. D. discusses her new book: Channeling Wisdom: A Practitioner's Guide to Effective Mentoring in the Workplace. Many business professionals are broadly familiar with the concept of "mentorship" and often, these relationships can be informal. Listen to Mildred discuss how to get better results by creating a culture of learni...

On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Attorney Mat Todaro of Verrill's Environmental and Land Use Practice Group to discuss the Top Five Critical OSHA Mistakes Employers Make.  For so many companies there is never enough time in the day to accomplish all the things that need to occur.   The lack of a comprehensive health and safety plan, inadequate or nonexistent mechanisms for employees to...

Every day 10,000 Americans step across the same threshold into uncertainty. Some with excitement, some with fear. Most with both. It's called retirement and, for most of us, it means determining how to make the most of the next 20 or 30 or more years of life. Listen to Tom Wilson, master problem-solver, management consultant, and author of the book NEXT STAGE: In Your Retirement, Create the L...

Marianne Naess, Executive Vice President Commercial of Nordic Aquafarms Inc. joins us this week to discuss sustainable aquaculture and the challenges surrounding attracting individuals to an up-and-coming field. Additionally, Ms. Naess will discuss the difference between the work being done in North America when compared with the Company's operations in Norway and Denmark. How is employment i...

Mark Gonska, EVP and Chief Connections Officer at Dise & Company discuss the important topic of Avoiding Career Self Sabotage. There are so many ways you can sabotage your career without even knowing it. For example, it truly is a myth that your job is secure, and your boss truly knows your daily value. Let's listen to Mark Gonska provide some key areas for you to watch and top-secret tip...

Making a Space that Works for Your Employees What are some creative ways to combat the generational divide in the workplace?  Have you considered an interior designer to help bridge the gap between millennials and boomers?   How does the physical space your organization occupies play a role in your organization's culture?  Does an "open office" arrangement simply mean we get rid of...