[Source: Bob Evnen, Woods & Aitken LLP, 07.17 | Keywords: Human Resources, HR Policy, Tattoos] Do you have a policy on tattoos, branding and body piercing by your employees? If not, it is something you may want to consider. It has been widely reported that the Philadelphia Police Department implemented a new tattoo policy effective March...…
[Source: INEDA, 03.2016 | Keywords: Women, Agriculture, Farming] Women play many important roles in agriculture. Unfortunately, they are usually in the minority and often overlooked as a vital part of the industry. That image is starting to change. More and more women are finding their voice and are taking to social media, blogs and so...…
[Source: INEDA, 03.2016 | Keywords: Women, Agriculture, Dealership] You don’t have to look far to see women working in an ag-related field. From farm operators and agronomists, to sales representatives, advocates and dealership management, women today play an increasingly vital role in agriculture. According to the 2012 Census of Agriculture, nearly 1 million women...…
[Source: Bob Evnen, Woods & Aitken LLP, 03.2016 | Keywords: Human Resources, Employment Policies, Attendance] We receive many calls on the INEDA Human Resources Helpline concerning employee attendance issues: tardiness, not at work enough, breaks and lunches. It’s always a challenge to manage employees. Employees who don’t show up on time every day ready to go...…
[Source: R. David Wentz, J.D., CHFC, Tax Favored Benefits, Inc., 07.2016 | Keywords: DOL, Employee Benefits, Retirement] On April 6, 2016 the Department of Labor released a new regulation generally referred to as the “Fiduciary Rule” which, under Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), will serve to significantly expand the activities which determine...…
[Source: Bob Evnen, Woods & Aitken LLP, 07.2016 | Keywords: DOL, Employment Policies, Overtime] Recently, the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (DOL) released the highly anticipated final rule amending the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime pay regulations. The newly released rule consists of 496 pages of explanatory preambleÖand 12 pages of...…
“From those who steadily coax crops from the soil to those who shape the ground beneath our feet, thank you. Thank you for feeding our families. Thank you for building our pathways, playgrounds and parks. Every time you plow or plant, you move our communities toward their potential. Every time you dig deep or build...…
Source: Bob Evnen, Woods & Aitken LLC, 09.2016 | Keywords: Policies, Overtime] The U.S. Department of Labor has issued a new rule raising the salary floor for white-collar overtime exemptions to $47,476 per year. The new salary floor becomes effective on December 1, 2016. The current salary floor is $23,600. This change will have no...…
[Source: INEDA, 09.2016 | Keywords: Volunteer, Philanthropy, Community] Equipment dealerships and their employees have long been fixtures in the communities they serve. For many, this involves “giving back” to their community outside of work. Whether volunteering with a local non-profit, serving on a committee or donating to a capital project, many dealers and their employees...…
[Source: INEDA, 09.2016 | Keywords: Engaged, Exemplary] At its core, civic engagement creates bonds among employees, encourages a value-based culture, and increases the overall morale of a business. It creates incredible team building and leadership experiences, gives employees an opportunity to make an impact toward something they are passionate about, and helps employees see their...…
[Source: INEDA, 11.2016 | Keywords: Women, Dealer, Recruiting] Denise Nelsen has been with AgDirect since its inception in 1998 as part of her 25-year career in the Farm Credit system. The York, Nebraska-based territory manager said that while it was her dream job from day one, working in a male-dominated industry wasn’t always easy. “I...…
[Source: INEDA, 11.2016 | Keywords: Human Resources, Recruiting] A few years ago, Bruce Logan and Nick Sinn of Logan Contractors Supply, Inc., decided that the industrial equipment industry needed to do more to appeal to future employees entering the marketplace. So, they developed an internship program geared toward high school juniors and seniors interested in...…
[Source: INEDA, 11.2016 | Keywords: Human Resources, Recruiting] 1. Fifty-four percent of companies who participated in the annual “AgCareers.com Agribusiness HR Review” estimate 1-5% of their current workforce will retire in the next two years. Talent doesn’t grow on trees but it’s growing at colleges and universities across the country! 2. Looking for local talent? According to CollegeBoard.org,...…
[Source: INEDA, 11.2016 | Keywords: Human Resources, Recruiting] Nearly 60,000 high-skilled agriculture job openings are expected annually in the United States, yet only 35,000 graduates are currently available to fill them, according to the U.S. Department of Ag. How can your dealership reach and hire these recent college graduates? What can you do to set...…
[Source: INEDA, 11.2016 | Keywords: Human Resources, Employment] Participate in our dealer-driven scholarship program and help those aspiring to work at your dealership. The Iowa-Nebraska Equipment Dealers Association (INEDA) offers a limited number of matching fund scholarships each spring to assist in the training of current and potential employees of Iowa and Nebraska equipment dealers....…
[Source: INEDA, 05.17 | Keywords: Human Resources, Employment, Veterans] The Waverly Area Veterans Post Veterans Center honors the veterans of yesterday, today and tomorrow. It recognizes and celebrates the sacrifice of those who served in past conflicts, those who serve today, and those whose service awaits them. These men and women and their families are...…
[Source: INEDA, 05.17 | Keywords: Veterans] Ron and Roger Franzen, co-owners of Franzen Sales & Service Ltd. in Fort Atkinson, Iowa, have been members of the American Legion Unit 672 Huber Steffes for nearly 50 years. The brothers served in the Army during the Vietnam War – Ron in the military police and Roger in...…
[Source: INEDA, 05.2017 | Keywords: Human Resources, Employment, Veterans] If you’re interviewing veterans for a position, you want to learn about their skills but don’t want to risk breaking the law. Here’s a rundown of what you can and cannot ask. On Type of Discharge Don’t ask: What type of discharge did you receive from...…
[Source: INEDA, 05.17 | Keywords: Human Resources, Employment, Veterans] The equipment industry is full of people and businesses who give back to the community. Several ag, OPE and industrial equipment manufacturers currently direct their philanthropic efforts toward the men and women who have served our country. Following is a brief look at ten who went...…
[Source: INEDA, 05.2017 | Keywords: Human Resources, Employment, Veterans] Looking for a candidate who is not only educated but possesses natural leadership abilities, real world work experience, flexibility and decision making skills? Your perfect candidate may very well be within the transitioning ranks of our nation’s military service members. With the unemployment rate for young...…
