
Research has shown that diverse and inclusive workplaces have a competitive edge. But how can your Northeast Ohio organization create a culture that supports varied thoughts and recruit a well-rounded workforce that drives innovation?

Research has shown that diverse and inclusive workplaces have a competitive edge. But how can your Northeast Ohio organization create a culture that supports varied thoughts and recruit a well-rounded workforce that drives innovation?
Highland Heights, Ohio – ERC, the human resource organization that provides training, consulting, research, and HR support services locally and nationally, is pleased to announce that Folly Patterson has taken an additional and new role with the company as Manager, Talent & Content Development. This expanded role includes her current responsibilities as ERC’s Senior Trainer, Learning & Development. In her … Read more

With historically low unemployment, employers are challenged to find their next new hire, or even more challenging, their next top-performing new hire. Join ERC, the creator and producer of NorthCoast 99, on October 22 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. for our featured research event – NEO Employer Best Practices Report: Recruitment, Selection, and Onboarding.

ERC is pleased to announce that Susan Pyles, Director, Consulting & Member Services, and Tom Ault, Director, Technical Training & Senior Consultant, have been recently certified in Myers–Briggs Type Indicator® (MBTI) Step II™.

Please join us on August 7, 2019 at ERC from 9 to 10 a.m. as we host MyBoard Advisors for a discussion on increasing your revenue, developing your staff, preparing exit strategies, and creating more value for your organization. This complementary event begins with breakfast and networking at 8:30 a.m.

We’re excited to announce that ERC President Kelly Keefe has been selected for the Leadership Cleveland Class of 2020! Kelly will join a community of 1,800 leaders who have participated in the program over the past 41 years.

ERC is committed to giving back to the communities we serve. Today, our staff took time out of the workday to volunteer at MedWish International. We helped repurpose discarded medical supplies and equipment for humanitarian aid in developing countries.
“I was blown away by all MedWish International does as an organization. And also the impact that our organization made by volunteering! I believe that we receive more by giving more,” said ERC President Kelly Keefe. “Each day, I truly grow more grateful to be surrounded by such talented, dedicated, and all-around good colleagues.”
ERC’s heart for service also extends throughout the year. Twice a month, our staff members take turns delivering meals to homebound, disabled, and elderly residents who are unable to shop or prepare meals as part of the Hillcrest Meals on Wheels program.

It’s not too late to engage college interns for the summer! The Northeast Ohio Council on Higher Education (NOCHE) can help small to mid-size for-profit and nonprofit employers find summer interns through their FREE program.
ERC is serious about making workplaces great. We created and cultivate an “F” workplace culture: Family-First, Fun, Flexible, Fitness-Minded, Footprint-Light, and Financially Supportive to employees. This week, ERC’s Fun Committee organized the 1st Annual Easter Egg Hunt for all staff in the office. This fun activity was organized because ERC understands a positive employee experience is crucial to the health of the organization.

Spring has sprung, and it’s (almost) time to put away your winter coat. During any workplace season, it’s easy in HR to get caught up in managing the day-to-day, so we’ve put together a list of items you should consider adding to your master clean-up list.

ERC president Kelly Keefe was recently invited to iHeartMedia’s radio studios in Independence for an interview on the network’s Cleveland CEOs You Should Know program. This segment features high-impact Northeast Ohio business leaders who are making a difference at their companies and in the community. A portion of this broadcast will air until March 3 on various regional iHeart stations, including WMJI, WMMS, WGAR, and WTAM. Listen to Kelly’s full-length podcast here!

As HR leaders and professionals continue to fight for (and maintain) their seat at the table, it’s important to move beyond just being an expert into a role of being a trusted advisor to the organization.