From our Blog
April 18, 2013
CALSHRM Legislative Update
Today, three members of the BAHREC board of directors along with CALSHRM visited our state representatives to provide our feedback on several Assembly and Senate Bills.
The meetings went well with the group advocating positions related to flexible worktime and issues related to FEHA and "familial status."
BAHREC, California SHRM and SHRM are all working together to represent logical and sensible work standards for all California Employers and Employees.
April 9, 2013
There is no such thing as a free lunch!
Attached is a link to a recent Mercury News article about the IRS exploring taxation of a variety of fringe benefits! Lunches, transportation, etc. Good reading and a subject to watch!
http://www.mercurynews.com/business/ci_22982220/irs-is-looking-into-whet...
April 9, 2013
Confidential Search; HR Director
Check out our current posting of a confidential search for an HR Director. Posted 4/9/2013.
April 3, 2013
Director of Human Resources Opportunity; Diocese of San Jose
The Diocese of San Jose is seeking a Director of Human Resources. Below is the job description. Contact Mary Egan if you have an interest. (Contact info at the bottom)
Director of Human Resources – Cabinet Level
Catholic Organization
March 29, 2013
No Surprises Regarding Executive Pay Data
Recent Compensation Trends: March 29th, 2013
"Short-Term Cash Awards for Executives: No surprises"
In a recent study of Fortune 1000 companies the following criteria was used to award Short-Term Cash Awards for executives:
- Board Discretion
- EPS
- Individual Performance
March 18, 2013
Tweet-Up, can HR really do that?
Join us for the Webinar for Twitter Newbies, and then the the Panel discussion on Social Media and your first "Tweet-Up".
If you are not able to attend the online Twitter sign-up Monday at 11 am, this 2nd session at Tues. 3pm is an alternative.
1. Please join my meeting.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/191820221
2. Use your microphone and speakers (VoIP) - a headset is recommended. Or, call in using your telephone.
Dial +1 (213) 493-0618
January 31, 2013
SuperBowl Monday Flu? Not in Silicon Valley.
Thanks for the members who responded to the quickie poll last week.
November 9, 2012
VP of Human Resources in the East Bay
A high end global footwear and apparel company based in the Bay Area has recently begun a search to identify a Vice President, Human Resources. The company employs approximately 300 individuals and is currently under $500 million in revenue. Due to high growth and an aggressive strategic plan, the company has aspirations of substantially increasing both head count and sales over the next few years. The Vice President, Human Resources would be a business partner to the CEO, as well as have visibility to the board. This individual would need to have a strong backg
June 25, 2012
Day 2 of SHRM Conference; Metrics, Malcom Gladwell and Mayhem
Today the conference was in full force. There were three concurrent training sessions and Malcom Gladwell was the key note speaker at the General Session. I will try to briefly summarize the buzz from the conference.
