Empathy

As COVID Rages, U.S Workers Anxious for a Long-Term Plan

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

A majority (71%) of U.S. workers said they dont think COVID is ever going away.

Key Points: 
  • A majority (71%) of U.S. workers said they dont think COVID is ever going away.
  • That places the onus on employers to decide how to ensure safety for employees, many of whom have been working from home for nearly two years without a long-term plan.
  • Even as Omicron sweeps across the country, workers said they are taking fewer precautions than they have throughout the pandemic.
  • More than half (54%) of employees say they are just as comfortable working in an office now as they were before Omicron.

BrightPlan Unveils Strategy and New Solutions to Address Top Business and HR Challenges

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Wednesday, January 19, 2022

"The long, anticipated future of work is now," said Marthin De Beer, founder and CEO of BrightPlan.

Key Points: 
  • "The long, anticipated future of work is now," said Marthin De Beer, founder and CEO of BrightPlan.
  • "By supporting our customers, listening closely and responding to their evolving needs, we are providing tangible solutions that enable them to address these business challenges, further establishing our commitment as a trusted partner to employers and HR leaders nationwide."
  • BrightPlan partners with HR teams to address the unique needs of different employee populations through employee resource groups (ERGs).
  • For more information on BrightPlan's strategy and solutions in these four areas, please visit this link .

Simplr Study: Customer Service Increases Loyalty and Repurchase Rates for Restaurants, Even After Other Poor Experiences

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Wednesday, January 19, 2022

However, the study also identifies the antidote when it comes to growing repurchase rates and customer loyalty in the era of the NOW Customer: customer service and support.

Key Points: 
  • However, the study also identifies the antidote when it comes to growing repurchase rates and customer loyalty in the era of the NOW Customer: customer service and support.
  • 90% of consumers who had a poor ordering experience still increased their likelihood of repurchasing from the company after a good customer service interaction.
  • "This study proves that customer support can 'save the day' and still deliver improvements on loyalty and repurchase rates, even when everything else within the customer experience fails to meet expectations," said Daniel Rodriguez, Simplr CMO.
  • Companies that therefore invest in consistently incredible customer service and support interactions stand to gain and maintain more customers than ever before."

Playmaker Partners with Popular Pizza Chain &pizza for College Athlete Campaign

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, January 19, 2022

The campaign offers college athletes the ability to earn money and receive a variety of prizes.

Key Points: 
  • The campaign offers college athletes the ability to earn money and receive a variety of prizes.
  • &pizza is proud to partner with Playmaker to support and champion the next generation of sports superstars representing our surrounding communities," said Andy Hooper, &pizza President.
  • Playmaker launched their NIL college athlete division this past summer to offer a suite of sports marketing services to over 25 signed star players.
  • To find the restaurant nearest you, or for more information, visit andpizza.com
    For more information on Playmaker, visit: https://homeofplaymakers.com/ Follow Playmaker on Instagram and YouTube .

The Bank Of London Appoints Felipe Hillard As Chief Customer & Product Officer

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, January 19, 2022

LONDON and NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Bank of London, the next-generation technology company and the world's first purpose-built global clearing, agency, and transaction bank, today announced the appointment of Felipe Hillard as its Chief Customer & Product Officer (CCPO) & Member of the Bank's Executive Management Committee.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON and NEW YORK, Jan. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Bank of London, the next-generation technology company and the world's first purpose-built global clearing, agency, and transaction bank, today announced the appointment of Felipe Hillard as its Chief Customer & Product Officer (CCPO) & Member of the Bank's Executive Management Committee.
  • Anthony Watson, Founder & Group Chief Executive of The Bank of London, said: "Felipe's deep experience in customer product strategy from Accenture, Fjord, and Barclays makes him well-poised to have a significant impact at The Bank of London.
  • Felipe Hillard, Chief Customer & Product Officer of The Bank of London,said: "I'm excited to join The Bank of London, with its unique proposition is an enticing opportunity to take the next step in my career.
  • The Bank of London is a leading-edge technology company and the world's first purpose-built global clearing, agency, and transaction bank.

The Bank Of London Appoints Felipe Hillard As Chief Customer & Product Officer

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 18, 2022

LONDON and NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Bank of London, the next-generation technology company and the world's first purpose-built global clearing, agency, and transaction bank, today announced the appointment of Felipe Hillard as its Chief Customer & Product Officer (CCPO) & Member of the Bank's Executive Management Committee.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON and NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Bank of London, the next-generation technology company and the world's first purpose-built global clearing, agency, and transaction bank, today announced the appointment of Felipe Hillard as its Chief Customer & Product Officer (CCPO) & Member of the Bank's Executive Management Committee.
  • Anthony Watson, Founder & Group Chief Executive of The Bank of London, said: "Felipe's deep experience in customer product strategy from Accenture, Fjord, and Barclays makes him well-poised to have a significant impact at The Bank of London.
  • Felipe Hillard, Chief Customer & Product Officer of The Bank of London,said: "I'm excited to join The Bank of London, with its unique proposition is an enticing opportunity to take the next step in my career.
  • The Bank of London is a leading-edge technology company and the world's first purpose-built global clearing, agency, and transaction bank.

DEMOCRATS AND REPUBLICANS INAUGURATE THE CONGRESSIONAL CAUCUS FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF TORAH VALUES

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Congressional Caucus For the Advancement of Torah Values was recently inaugurated in Washington, DC by a bi-partisan group of Democrats and Republican congressmen and congresswomen.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Congressional Caucus For the Advancement of Torah Values was recently inaugurated in Washington, DC by a bi-partisan group of Democrats and Republican congressmen and congresswomen.
  • Congressman and Co-Chair Bacon said, "The purpose of this Caucus is to pledge our friendship to our Jewish friends, our brothers and sisters.
  • Let us fight to restore human dignity and advanced Torah values in America and throughout the world.
  • Doing so, we should always be mindful of the Torah values as embodied in the Declaration of Independence with the firm reliance of the protection of divine providence."

DEMOCRATS AND REPUBLICANS INAUGURATE THE CONGRESSIONAL CAUCUS FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF TORAH VALUES

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 18, 2022

WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - The Congressional Caucus For the Advancement of Torah Values was recently inaugurated in Washington, DC by a bi-partisan group of Democrats and Republican congressmen and congresswomen.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ - The Congressional Caucus For the Advancement of Torah Values was recently inaugurated in Washington, DC by a bi-partisan group of Democrats and Republican congressmen and congresswomen.
  • Congressman and Co-Chair Bacon said, "The purpose of this Caucus is to pledge our friendship to our Jewish friends, our brothers and sisters.
  • Let us fight to restore human dignity and advanced Torah values in America and throughout the world.
  • Doing so, we should always be mindful of the Torah values as embodied in the Declaration of Independence with the firm reliance of the protection of divine providence."

Teamsters' Survey of Republic Services Employees Reveals Race and Gender Discrimination of Frontline Sanitation Workers

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Tuesday, January 18, 2022

The union, which represents roughly 7,000 Republic Services workers nationally, today released a disturbing survey of employees where a majority of workers of color elevated concerns around discrimination and mistreatment.

Key Points: 
  • The union, which represents roughly 7,000 Republic Services workers nationally, today released a disturbing survey of employees where a majority of workers of color elevated concerns around discrimination and mistreatment.
  • With responses from 368 drivers, mechanics, administrative and support personnel, managers and other frontline workers, the Teamsters' survey found 46% of Black respondents and 41% of Hispanic or Latino respondents had witnessed or experienced discrimination at their employer.
  • Additional findings from the survey include:
    57% of Black workers, 34% of Hispanic or Latino workers, and 42% of workers of color overall, cited they can "never" or "rarely" report concerns about discrimination in the workplace without causing problems for themselves.
  • 58% of Black workers, 48% of Hispanic or Latino workers, and 48% of workers of color overall, cited top leadership would "never" or "rarely" take meaningful corrective action if they reported concerns about discrimination in the workplace.

Merriman Wealth Management, LLC, Opens New Office in Bellevue, Moves Seattle Location

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, January 18, 2022

SEATTLE, Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Wealth management firm Merriman is opening a new office in Bellevue as part of its strategic growth plan.

Key Points: 
  • SEATTLE, Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --Wealth management firm Merriman is opening a new office in Bellevue as part of its strategic growth plan.
  • The 6,461-square-foot Bellevue office at 10900 NE 8th St., Suite 780, will have 16 employees using it as their primary office starting January 19, with additional hires planned.
  • According to Jeremy Burger, Merriman CEO, there were several reasons for opening the new office.
  • Along with the new Bellevue space, Merriman has relocated its Seattle office to 920 5th Ave., Suite 2720.