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Lessons for All Employers from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Verdict

A Colorado jury has awarded $11.5 million to a Rehab Mohamed, a former instructional designer, after finding that SHRM engaged…

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Employee Handbook Best Practices: What Belongs In, What Stays Out, and How to Keep It All Practical

Employers across industries, from professional services and technology to manufacturing and nonprofit environments, often struggle to create an employee handbook…

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Pennsylvania Enacts the CROWN Act, Providing New Protections for Employees

On November 25, 2025, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed into law the Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural…

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Tis the Season: 10 Tips For A Liability-Free Holiday Party

Is your office holiday party quickly approaching? While the annual festivities can be the source of good cheer and team…

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MidAtlantic Employers’ Association Announces Launch of LIFTT, Enhanced Learning & Development Curriculum, and MEA Virtual Pass

King of Prussia, PA — MidAtlantic Employers’ Association (MEA) is pleased to announce the introduction of three innovative programs designed…

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Giving Back: MEA Joins the KOP Takes Out Hunger Food Drive

As a nonprofit organization, we are always looking for ways to give back to the MidAtlantic community. This year, we…

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Maryland Pay Transparency Law: Steps Employers Should Take

Does maryland have pay transparency laws? Yes. The Maryland Pay Transparency Law (SB 525/HB 649) took effect on October 1,…

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Addressing Political Speech in the Workplace: Guidance for Employers Following the Death of Charlie Kirk

With the recent death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, political discussions are taking place at family gatherings, on social media,…

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The Missing Half of ESOP Business Intelligence: Why People Data Matters More Than You Think

Most ESOP companies excel at tracking financial metrics, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. They monitor revenue growth, productivity ratios, and…

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Succession Planning in ESOP Organizations: Safeguarding Ownership Culture and Enterprise Value

For ESOP organizations, succession planning transcends traditional leadership development to encompass the preservation of ownership culture, the continuity of employee-owner…

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Building an Ownership Culture in ESOP Companies: A Strategic Imperative for the C-Suite

For ESOP company leaders, employee ownership culture represents far more than an organizational development initiative, it constitutes a fundamental business…

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Compensation and Total Rewards Alignment in ESOP Organizations: Navigating the Complexity of Employee-Owned Enterprises

Employee Stock Ownership Plans create unique compensation dynamics that fundamentally differentiate employee-owned companies from their conventionally structured competitors. While traditional…

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