The Canadian Centre for Emergency Preparedness (CCEP) is calling for presentations The Canadian Centre for Emergency Preparedness (CCEP) is calling for presentations for the 18th World Conference on Disaster Management (WCDM).
The Conference will be held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Toronto, Canada from June 15-18, 2008.
Primacy Relocation Appoints Sarah Savoia Vice President of Asia OperationsPrimacy Relocation, a leading provider of employee relocation and global assignment management services, today announced it has appointed Sarah Savoia as Vice President of Asia Operations.
Taleo Smart Sourcing Makes it Easier for SMBs to Source Talent Taleo Addresses #1 Pain Point of Small and Medium Businesses with Advanced Sourcing Functionality and Expanded Partner Ecosystem
EmployeeBuddy.com Brings Together Job Seekers and Employees Seeking a Referral BonusPutting the “human” back in human resources, website helps people help each other find jobs.
Convergys' Fourth Facility in Gurgaon Goes Live at Vipul AgoraConvergys Corporation (NYSE: CVG), the global leader in integrated billing, employee care, and customer care services, announced today that its fourth facility in Gurgaon has gone live with 400 employees already on the job at Vipul Agora on MG Road.
Vancouver Aquarium Selects Cytiva’s SonicRecruitOnce Drowning in a Sea of Resumes, North America’s Fifth Largest Aquarium Looks to Automate their Recruiting Process
HR XCEL Selected by DAK Americas to Provide Benefits and COBRA AdministrationSpecialized HRO provider signs client agreement with leading supplier of commodity and specialty products
HRD Wakes Up the Training World with 2 New ReleasesHRD wakes up the Training world with 2 new volumes of the Compendium of Icebreakers Vol I and Vol II by Dr. Lois Hart. Are you maximizing every opportunity to connect with participants before, during and after training?
Vancouver Aquarium Selects Cytiva’s SonicRecruit Talent Acquisition SystemOnce Drowning in a Sea of Resumes, North America’s Fifth Largest Aquarium Looks to Automate their Recruiting Process
HRD Tests the Market With New and Reproducible Questionnaires, Inventories, and QuizzesHRD Press is testing the market with new Quizzes, Questionnaires and Inventories with it’s newest complilation, Compendium of Learning and Development Quizzes by Sarah Cook. You’ll be amazed at how easy it is to find the perfect quiz.
SkillSoft Survey Reveals Significant Percentage of Employees Question the Abilities of their BossLack of leadership skills is key factor in employee confidence, study finds
Leadership event for internal training organizations returns to Orlando, Nov 4-8, 2007Bill Conaty, General Electric's Head of Human Resources to Headline at 9th Annual Corporate University Week
Vancouver Aquarium Selects Cytiva’s SonicRecruit Talent Acquisition SystemOnce drowning in a sea of resumes, North America’s fifth largest aquarium looks to automate their recruiting process.
HRD Press Makes the Grade with Cutting Edge Higher Education SeriesHRD Press makes the grade with cutting edge higher education series -- HPT – Human Performance Technology in Action series.
National Business Group on Health to Hold Press Conference to Honor EmployersNational Business Group on Health to Hold Press Conference to Honor Employers for Outstanding Mental Health Services Programs
A press conference will be held on Tuesday, October 23 where the National Business Group on Health will honor 5 major U.S. employers for having oustanding programs to help workers and families address mental health and substance abuse disorders.
SPECTRUM gives companies a strategic edgeRecent research by the Aberdeen Group suggests that core human resource systems such as iVantage® from SPECTRUM Human Resource Systems Corporation are helping companies improve performance, save money and keep employees longer.
Kenexa Honored by Philadelphia’s Forum of Executive WomenKenexa’s Board of Directors Recognized with Corporate Star Award for Leadership Diversity
Dr. Beth A. Brooks Published "Evidence-Based Human Resources: The Case for Exit Interview Surveys"Beth A. Brooks’, PhD, RN, FACHE; Senior Partner, Health Care Practice at JWT Employment Communications; published Evidence-Based Human Resources: The Case for Exit Interview Surveys in the October issue of The Journal of Nursing Administration (JONA), the authoritative source of information on developments and advances in patient care leadership.
New Questionmark Release Offers Blended Delivery of AssessmentsLatest version also features streamlined integration, enhanced reporting and test analytics
IHRIM webinar scheduled for November 8 includes live demonstration of online personnel actions“Our Paperless Journey: Manager Self-Service at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia” – IHRIM webinar scheduled for November 8 includes live demonstration of online personnel actions for managers
Popular IHRIM Seminar to be Held in Conjunction with Oracle HCM Users Group and Quest’s HCMEssentials for Successful Project Management: Popular IHRIM Seminar to be Held in Conjunction with Oracle HCM Users Group and Quest’s HCM and Beyond Conference
GulfTalent.com launches Middle East job search application on Facebook® PlatformOver 42 million Facebook users worldwide can now view and apply for job opportunities in the Middle East
"Seven Steps to Strategy Execution” Gives Readers a Practical Framework for Translating StrategyBook Now Available from PM Solutions' Center for Business Practices
Authoria Wins First Integrated Performance and Recruiting Shootout at HR Technology Conference Audience of HR Professionals Overwhelmingly Selects Authoria Solution
Over SuccessFactors, Vurv, and HRsmart
HireAbility.com Launches New Era in Recruiter Social NetworkingHireAbility.com Launches New Era in Recruiter Social Networking; HireAbility's New Business Model Will Change the Way Staffing Professionals Think about Online Networking
Online Flextime Employment Site Offers Free Access To Job Boards Ohio online employment site, specializing in flextime work schedules, is honoring National Work and Family Month by offering free access to their new flextime job boards for employers and job seekers.
Companies Worldwide Struggle to Attract, Retain WorkersMany Employers Underestimate Impact of Stress in Employees’ Decision to
Leave Company, Watson Wyatt/WorldatWork Survey Finds
The Conference Board Names Gail Fosler PresidentFosler Takes on Expanded Role
Upstart Eluta.ca Now Among Canada's Four Most Popular Job Search SitesBarely a year after its launch, Eluta.ca has joined the elite ranks of Canada's four most popular careers-job search entities. According to comScore Media Metrix, in September 2007, the popular job search engine received 400,000 unique visitors in Canada who viewed over three million pages.
Convergys Award Winning Executive to Present Integrated Learning at Upcoming ConferenceConvergys Award Winning Executive to Present Integrated Learning at Upcoming Conference on Managed Learning Services
University of Saint Mary Launches RN to BSN Online Degree ProgramBeginning this January, registered nurses seeking to further their careers by earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) can do so via a new personalized and expedient online degree program at University of Saint Mary (USM).
PLATEAU SYSTEMS INTRODUCES INDUSTRY’S FIRST SOLUTION TO STREAMLINE COMPLEX TRAINING ACTIVITY Plateau Schedule Builder Automates and Simplifies Training Schedules, Recommending Optimal Scenarios Based on Resource Availability, Learning Requirements and Organizational Goals
Select International Receives Top Honors at Tech 50 AwardsPittsburgh-based Select International, a global provider of human resource assessment solutions, was recently recognized as the Tech 50 Service Provider 2007 Category Leader by the Pittsburgh Technology Council. The annual Tech 50 awards ceremony, held in Pittsburgh, PA earlier this month, recognized Select International over nine other companies within the Service Provider Category.
Mobilizing Minds: Creating Wealth From Talent in the 21st-Century Organization - SummaryNot enough time to read the latest books? Enjoy this review Mobilizing Minds: Creating Wealth From Talent in the 21st-Century Organization and catch up on the industry buzz.
Morale is Not Necessarily the Road to Improved ProductivityEmployee performance a more complex issue than merely relying on recognition and rewards, says Impact Achievement Group
Achilles Group Offers New Report on Benefits of HR Shared ServicesCompanies that do not proactively improve people performance cannot compete effectively with larger competitors. Weekly if not daily, situations arise for small businesses where HR Shared Services would make a huge impact in terms of saving managers and executives time and headache. Achilles Group offers a new report on the benefits of HR Shared Services for small and medium businesses.
eQuest and Taleo Join Forces to Allow SMBs to Source for Talent Advanced HR technology products and services from eQuest continue to dominate both Enterprise and SMB market space.
ClearStar.net Partners with SharperLending LLC to Deliver Broad Spectrum of Credit Data ServicesClearStar.net and SharpenLending LLC form partnership to provide members of the ClearStar.net distribution network with real time gateway access to data from all three credit bureaus in standard MISMO XML format.
HRN Management Group Named 82nd FastestGrowing Utah Company by MountainWest Capital Network
Sterling Testing Systems, Inc. Ranks in Deloitte's Technology Fast 500 Program for North AmericaAttributes its 442% Revenue Growth to innovation and employee dedication.
Its Not Just, "Who You Know" When Looking For A Job, Its How Well You Know, "Who You Know"!In today’s tightening job market, online recruiter, WallStJobs.com urges deepening your networking relationships and offers some tips on how to do it.
G&A Partners Releases 2007 Texas HR Outsourcing ReportG&A Partners, a fully integrated Houston-based human resource (HR) and administrative services company, today announced the release of its latest market research report, the "2007 Texas HR Outsourcing Report." This white paper explores the benefits associated with HR outsourcing and provides insight into current outsourcing trends in Texas businesses.
New Report Shows Where HR and Benefits Suppliers Spent Their Marketing and PR Dollars in 2007Survey results examine marketing and PR activities most important to HR suppliers, and how they measure lead-generation success.
Leadership/Career Experts Ninth House and Penelope Trunk Offer Advice for TrainingNinth House CEO Jeff Snipes Featured in Penelope Trunk's New Book, The Brazen Careerist: The New Rules for Success.
CollegeRecruiter.com Leaves the Beyond.com NetworkCollegeRecruiter.com, the leading career site used by students and recent graduates searching for internships and career opportunities, announced today that it has left the Beyond.com network in order to have more control over its products and pricing. CollegeRecruiter.com will continue to use the job search and resume bank software provided by Beyond.com and the two organizations will continue to work together to provide products and services for candidates and recruiters but by mid-November resumes and jobs posted to CollegeRecruiter.com will no longer be accessible to visitors using sites in the Beyond network and vice versa.
Florida Salary and Benefits Survey: Merit Raises Higher and Turnover Lower than National AverageEffective Resources, Inc. releases study data representing more than 1.9 million employees and 214 Florida employers
GeoLearning Marketing Initiative Recognized with 2007 Software Industry AwardLeading Software as a Service learning and performance platform provider attributes its 358% revenue growth to on-demand business model and best-of-breed product and services strategy.
JobsInLogistics.com Awarded “Best In Class” Job Board by MRINetworkMRINetwork (MRI) has awarded JobsInLogistics.com the trophy for “Best In Class” Job Board. MRI is the world’s largest executive search and recruitment organization, with more than 1000 offices in North America, Europe and Asia.
Ben Kemper has joined Buck ConsultantsBen Kemper has joined Buck Consultants as a Director in its Los Angeles office.
JobStreet.com Renews eQuest Agreement to Continue its Successful Run with Global RecruitmentJobStreet.com Renews eQuest Agreement to Continue its Successful Run with Global Recruitment and Job Posting Distribution through its Applicant Tracking System
eQuest Continues to Expand its Scope of Services to International Market
Capital H Group Acquires UK-based Centre for High Performance Development, a Leadership Development Capital H Group, a rapidly expanding consulting firm headquartered in Chicago, has acquired the UK-based Centre for High Performance Development (CHPD)
The Infohrm Group Announces Jeff Higgins as New Executive Vice PresidentIndustry expert appointed to lead the company’s Client Delivery Services function.
When it comes to your personal health, what is your main area of concern?When it comes to our personal health, weight management continues to dominate our concerns, according to the latest online poll conducted by LifeCare®, Inc., provider of comprehensive specialty care services and a longtime leader in the work/life industry.
Recruiters at ERE Expo Say Competition for Top Candidates and Retention Are Biggest ChallengesMore than 500 recruiters recently convened in Washington, D.C., for the 2007 Fall ERE Expo. Recruiting leaders from George Mason University, MITRE Corporation, CPS Personal Services, Qualcomm, among others, and MBA candidates from American and Georgetown Universities, talked about competition for top candidates and retention and offered suggestions for combating these challenges.
Résuméfit and Center for Applied Cognitive Studies Host WebinarRésuméfit and the Center for Applied Cognitive Studies today announced they will host a free webinar entitled "Utilizing Science and Technology to Develop the Next Gen Résumé." The hour-long webinar will take place on Thursday, November 8 at 11 a.m. Pacific Standard Time.
Human Capital Institute and Vurv Partner to Launch Mergers & Acquisitions & Restructuring InitiativeThe Human Capital Institute (HCI), a global professional association and educator in talent management strategies, and Vurv Technology, a global leader in technology and services for building great workforces, announced today that the two organizations will jointly launch a "Mergers, Acquisitions and Restructuring" education and research track. The track is one of several topics addressed in HCI's Talent Leadership community of interest, a community HCI considers critical to organizations working to leverage human capital for maximum results.
Ultimate Software Reports Q3 200740% Increase in New ARR, 34% Increase in Recurring Revenues, and
31% Increase in Total Revenues Business Editors/Software Writers/Human Resources Writers
Career Experts Help Ex-Offenders Address Record and Move ForwardProfessionals who work with ex-offenders say that jobs are the key to reducing recidivism. Yet, finding a job--already a difficult process for many--is even more challenging for ex-offenders. In addition to financial barriers, transporation issues, and mental and physical health concerns, ex-offenders face the stigma of their criminal records and employers who often believe they are too risky to hire.
The Knack of Managing and Supervising Launches 6th NovemberComprehensive video course makes it easier for new bosses to meet the extra challenges and responsibilities of being a manager or supervisor.
Ready4exam Starts a 'One-Stop' IT Exam Solution for Busy People and Poor Test TakersPartnering with dozens of authorized (IT certification) testing centers, "Ready4exam" has developed a 'one-stop' IT exam solution for busy people and poor test takers. As a leading, and prominent supplier of IT certification solutions, resources and training, Ready4Exam has helped thousands of people get certified with little time and effort. No matter how busy or competent someone may be; their certification assistance/training gets people certified fast. Their service is tailored to meet individual needs, strengths and weaknesses. Ready4exam's IT certification service correlates with the latest certifications for Microsoft, CompTIA, Cisco and more.
Are You A Ghost, Ghoul or Goblin? Top Ten Tips for Not Frightening an Employer This HalloweenInterviewStream.com provides advice on how to have a killer interview.
SMARTPOST JOINS FORCES WITH WORKFORCE.COMPartnership affords customers the broadest reach and exposure in the HR industry
TrainUp.com Launches Updated Career Training Portal and Custom LMS SolutionsTrainUp.com recently launched an improved version of its industry- leading career training portal. The updated site features improved training search capabilities directory structure, and thousands of new courses. Users can search over 250,000 instructor-led training events and 5,000 online courses or take advantage of TrainUp.com's custom learning and performance management solutions.
Alberta Health Region Chooses Quadrant HR Staff Scheduling and Self ServiceOnline convenience for employees and streamlined processes add to rising number of Quadrant HR clients. Quadrant HR's Staff Scheduling and QHRnet Self Service modules has been chosen by an Alberta health region, the latest major employer to benefit from streamlined scheduling and employee administration processes.
Weight Management Tops List of Health Concerns, LifeCare® Poll ShowsLatest online poll from LifeCare shows weight management outweighs all other health concerns.
Rideau Partners with Procurement International Ltd of EnglandRideau Inc. adds to its global capacity by joining forces with the UK's Procurement International Ltd to serve Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Albany Hires Christopher Mortonson as Senior Vice President of Global AlliancesAlbany, a leading global provider of contingent workforce management services, has hired Chris Mortonson as senior vice president of global alliances, services and solutions. Mortonson will be responsible for expanding Albany's global solutions across various sectors including staffing and recruitment, consulting and software to serve the needs of Fortune 1000 companies.
Albany Hires Christopher Mortonson as Senior Vice President of Global AlliancesAlbany, a leading global provider of contingent workforce management services, has hired Chris Mortonson as senior vice president of global alliances, services and solutions. Mortonson will be responsible for expanding Albany's global solutions across various sectors including staffing and recruitment, consulting and software to serve the needs of Fortune 1000 companies.
Happy About Announces the Release of "I'm on LinkedIn -- Now What???Jason Alba is the job seeker and networking advocate. "I'm on LinkedIn -- Now what???" is the result of his personal experiences as a job seeker when he was laid off in January 2006. The strategies and tactics Jason outlines have helped people all over the country understand what LinkedIn can (and can not) do for their job search, and their careers overall. With a foreword by Bob Burg, Author of "Endless Referrals", the book has been praised by industry leaders, networking experts and job seekers alike.
WorkBlast to Power Hireskills.com’s Video Resume Database Through Exclusive PartnershipPartnership advancements provide WorkBlast’s Job Seekers increased exposure across partner network. WorkBlast.com, the online leader in Video Resumes, has partnered with Hireskills.com to provide and power the company’s video resume database. WorkBlast, enables job seekers to enhance their traditional text resume by creating audio, video, and rich media resumes, which are exclusive to WorkBlast.com, and its partner websites.
Globoforce Ranked No. 12 in Deloitte Technology Fast 50Company’s Growth Attributed to Growing Demand for Global Employee Recognition Programs Among Global 2000 Corporations.
Hudson Highland Group Reports 2007 Third Quarter Financial Results Hudson Highland Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: HHGP), one of the world's leading providers of permanent recruitment, contract professionals and talent management solutions, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2007.
HumanConcepts Awarded GSA Schedule Contract for OrgPlus ® Contract Simplifies Purchase and Procurement of Intelligent Organizational Charting Solution for Government Agencies
Interaction Associates Named Top Leadership Development CompanyInteraction Associates (IA) has been named one of the top 100 providers of leadership development services in a national survey of 600 companies conducted by Leadership Excellence magazine.
Document-Shredding.Org Offers New Advertising Solutions For Document Destruction Business OwnersA leading online resource of document destruction companies in the USA is now offering paid advertising packages.
Aquent Recognized by National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)Aquent, the world's largest staffing firm specializing in solutions for creative and marketing organizations, has been awarded the highest designation for a minority supplier by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) - the coveted Corporate Plus® designation. Corporate Plus, a highly selective membership program of the NMSDC, is reserved for elite minority enterprises with the proven ability to handle national contracts for major corporations. Aquent's NSMDC recognition arose from a sponsorship by Capital One, a Fortune 200 financial services leader in McLean, Virginia. Aquent has provided Capital One with a broad range of marketing and creative staffing services for more than 10 years.
Convergys Reports Third-Quarter EPS of $0.30 -- Reaches HRO Contract ResolutionConvergys Corporation (NYSE: CVG), a global leader in providing customer care, human resources, and billing services, announced today its financial results for the third quarter of 2007.
Impact Achievement Group Introduces "Managing WorkPlace Discussions" Flexible leadership communications training leads to effective employee performance management
42.8% of Corporations Offer Some Type of Consumer-Driven Health Care OptionNew survey looks at employee benefits offered in several employment sectors.
Vonage Selects Halogen SoftwareNew solution to streamline employee performance and talent management across organization.
Small Business Rely on HR Shared Services to Prevent Employee Related IssuesSmall businesses face a number of legal challenges from employment laws to employee workforce risks. Weekly if not daily, situations arise for small businesses where HR Shared Services would make a huge impact in terms of saving managers and executives time and headache. Achilles Group offers a new report on the benefits of HR Shared Services for small and medium businesses.
More Retirees Relaunching CareersMany retirees are returning to the workforce to overcome boredom and limited finances. Yet making a career comeback can be very problematic for those facing ageism and gaps in their work history. In their new book professional resume writers Louise Kursmark and Wendy Enelow help retirees address these issues and quickly return to work through savvy resume strategies that make the most of a retiree's experience and achievements.
iCIMS Delivers Performance Management Solution to Lulu EnterprisePremiere talent platform provider eliminates paper process for a digital marketplace.
Monster and Consorte Media Form Alliance to Connect Employers with More Hispanic Job Seekers Co-branded Career Site “Career Latino” Launches; Monster to Offer Employers Reach Among Consorte’s Network of Hispanic-focused Properties
SUCCESSION PLANNING IS TECHNOLOGY‘WAKE-UP CALL’ FOR COMPANIES, WATSON WYATT EXPERTS SAY
JobsInLogistics.com Appoints Bill Smith and Emma Firth as New Directors of Business DevelopmentJobsInLogistics.com Appoints Bill Smith and Emma Firth as New Directors of Business Development
Randy Whitcroft Joins Peak Sales RecruitingAppointment marks launch of "Sales VP" practice for tech company search firm.
Capital H Group Acquires UK-based Centre for High Performance DevelopmentCapital H Group, a rapidly expanding consulting firm headquartered in Chicago, has acquired the UK-based Centre for High Performance Development (CHPD)
RecruitAlliance and ATCO International Announce Strategic PartnershipRecruitAlliance, Inc, the leading web-based recruiter management system, and ATCO International, a leading provider and manufacturer of specialty maintenance chemical products for a variety of industries nationally and internationally, announced today that they have formed a strategic partnership to provide RecruitAlliance's Recruiter Management solution to ATCO International. This will enable ATCO International to manage more effectively its personnel recruitment needs.
iPod touch now delivers elearning to the palm of your hand E-learning professionals are hungry for mobile learning breakthroughs. The recent releases of the iPhone and iPod touch have opened up tremendous new access opportunities for mobile learning.
The Writing on the Wall: Why We Must Embrace China as a Partner or Face It as an Enemy - SummaryNot enough time to read the latest books? Enjoy this review of "The Writing on the Wall: Why We Must Embrace China as a Partner or Face It as an Enemy" and catch up on the industry buzz.
IncentOne Receives Incentive Platinum Partner AwardFor 6th consecutive year, corporate leaders recognize leadership vision
Replicon Introduces New Time Tracking Industry Articles RSS FeedReplicon's time tracking and online software industry's technical professionals have developed an RSS feed as a way to communicate within their specific industries.
Stress Management Key to Employee RetentionWorkers rank stress as a top reason they would leave their company1, yet only 50% of employers offer stress management programs to employees primarily because they are perceived to have low impact on employee attraction and retention, according to a new research report, Attraction and Retention: The Impact and Prevalence of Work-Life and Benefit Programs by WorldatWork.
HRN Management Group Named 82nd Fastest Growing Utah Company by MWCNThe MountainWest Capital Network named HRN Management Group as the 82nd fastest growing company in Utah. The 2007 Utah 100 Awards, honoring the 100 fastest growing Utah-based businesses, were presented at a luncheon on October 22 at the Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City, UT. This is the second consecutive year HRN has been named to the Utah 100.
Talent Technology Partners with eQuest to Offer Global Job Posting Talent Technology Partners with eQuest to Offer Global Job Posting
Offers Customers the Largest Network of Leading International and Domestic Job Boards
National Business Group on Health Honors Five Employers with Best Behavioral Health Services ProgramAetna, Cisco Systems, Delta Air Lines, GlaxoSmithKline, Pitney Bowes
Recognized for Innovative Programs
Susan Minis has joined Buck Consultants as a Director in its New York City office. Minis joins Buck from the New York City Comptroller’s Office, where she served as Director of Fixed Income and Rebalancing.
Eluta.Ca Deploys New Recruitment Software from Candidate Manager to Help Canadian Companies Candidate Manager, a leading provider of Talent Management solutions, today announced a new partnership with Eluta.ca, one of the largest online recruitment web sites in Canada, that will enable employers to post their new jobs automatically to the Eluta.ca search engine free of charge using Candidate Manager’s applicant tracking software.
Upcoming Web Seminar Features Employee Continuum with Life Time FitnessUpcoming Web Seminar Features Employee Continuum with Life Time Fitness on Successfully Creating the Right Employment Brand