If you’ve been thinking about I-9 paperwork errors as something you can clean up after the fact, the rules just changed. On March 16, 2026, ICE updated its Form I-9 Inspection fact sheet and narrowed the list of mistakes employers are allowed to fix after a Notice of Inspection. Many of the most common clerical … Read more
If HR work is spilling onto the desks of your leadership team, office manager, controller (or possibly even you), it’s time to rethink HR in a way that keeps you compliant, supports your people, and scales without burning out your team. For some, that might mean hiring one or more dedicated HR employees, but we … Read more
Can you grow a business without losing what makes it great? Scaling doesn’t have to mean sacrificing culture. The key is prioritizing people, connections, and the values that got you there in the first place. In our latest episode of “What’s Up at Work?” we talked with Chris Adams, President and CEO of Park Place … Read more
We recently had a fascinating conversation with Brian Macias—CEO of Embrace Pet Insurance—on the ERC podcast, What’s Up at Work? In our chat, Brian shared some thought-provoking insights on remote work that challenge the prevailing “one-size-fits -all” mindset. We’re sharing his perspectives and exploring how you, as a business leader or HR leader, can create … Read more
Around this time each year, we’re flooded with predictions about the “next big thing” in HR for the upcoming year. At ERC, we’ve certainly contributed to these conversations in the past, but for 2025, we’re taking a different approach. Rather than chasing the latest trends, we encourage you to step back and adopt a more … Read more
If the Northeast Ohio region were a stage, the NorthCoast 99 winning companies would be the A-list stars! These companies don’t just shine – they steal the show with their innovation and commitment to their employees. I feel so lucky each year to have front-row seats to see the best companies in action. They not … Read more
One of the most rewarding aspects of overseeing the NorthCoast 99 program is observing the evolving trends among exceptional organizations in their efforts to attract, engage, and retain top talent. In the latest round of applications, one of the most prominent themes was the prioritization of employee mental health. While it may seem counterintuitive, award-winning … Read more
