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As the demographics of the workforce change and consumers become selective of the products they pursue, social initiatives can make or break recruitment and profit. Organizations that focus on corporate social responsibility (CSR) can also benefit from their concerted effort in “green” initiatives, community service, and employee well-being by improving their public image, increasing employee morale, and enhancing long-term sustainability. Our What’s Next: Women Transforming Business podcast explores the evolution and importance of CSR in the post-pandemic world, including: How companies can improve when it comes to understanding the community they serve The critical role an organization’s social initiatives play in recruiting younger talent Leveraging social media responsibility in the midst of “cancel culture”

The pandemic continues to reset the way we work well into 2022, and employees across all industries are returning to the office after stints of working remotely. But what does this mean for the future of the workplace, and how will it affect collaboration? Special guests Emilia DiMenco and Jenn Docherty weigh in on post-pandemic office life and what changes need to occur for employee retainment amidst a period of significant turnover. Our What’s Next: Women Transforming Business podcast explores: What “back to the office” looks like How organizations are addressing the ‘Great Resignation,’ and what they can do to attract and retain talent The importance of developing leaders who understand the cultural imperatives of their organization How it is critical to address the needs of female employees as they juggle a work-life balance

Several developments converged during the COVID-19 pandemic that make employee benefits managements and compliance more complicated for organizations. For one, there are several employer and employee related laws that went into effect in 2020. Furloughs and layoffs also increased, which provide difficulties for benefits managers. Karen McLeese of our employee benefit regulatory affairs team explains what employers should be aware of for 2021, including: - 2020 law changes that could affect 2021 - Managing the effect furloughs and layoffs have on benefits - The projected impact of the 2020 election on future benefits changes