Give the Gift of Education to your Employees by Offering The Education Plan®, 529 Education Savings Plan By offering unique employee benefits–like a 529 education savings plan–employers can provide their team members with impactful benefits to further their financial well-being while also remaining competitive during recruitment. In today’s competitive marketplace, where employers are striving for new ways to keep their workforce, a 529 education savings plan can be a great addition to a company’s suite of benefits. The Education Plan® can be implemented at no cost to employers and requires no government reporting, making it a quick and easy employee … Read More
Virtual Workshop – Unlocking AI in Business & HR
FFNM Past Virtual Workshop: Unlocking AI in Business & HR Learn more about workshop: Unlocking AI in Business & HR In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a game-changer in the realm of Human Resources (HR) and overall business practices. However, the successful implementation and utilization of AI require a comprehensive understanding of best practices, safety measures, and strategic considerations. This workshop will equip learners with the knowledge and skills to effectively deploy and harness AI tools via: Introduction to AI in Business and HR: We’ll start by providing an overview of how AI is transforming … Read More
Virtual Workshop – Empowering the Future Workforce: Unleashing Potential through Employer-Supported Education
FFNM Past Virtual Workshop: Empowering the Future Workforce: Unleashing Potential through Employer-Supported Education Learn more about workshop: Empowering the Future Workforce: Unleashing Potential through Employer-Supported Education In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, employers play a critical role in shaping the future of the workforce. This workshop aims to shed light on the impact employers have on employee educational advancement and development. The Panel will explore the responsibilities organizations have in nurturing and supporting the growth of their workforce, ultimately benefiting both individuals and the organization as a whole. Through a combination of research-backed insights and practical strategies, this workshop will … Read More
Supporting Employees: How to Comply with the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)
This blog post is a summary of the Virtual Workshop hosted by FFNM: NEW Federal Protections for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Employees. It will cover the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). Please see this link to view the summary and overview of the PUMP Act portion of the workshop. A special thanks to Tracy McDaniel, MPH, Policy Advocate at the Southwest Women’s Law Center for contributing to the workshop and this blog post! Now more than ever before, people are working throughout pregnancy and returning to work soon after giving birth. Nationally, 72% of women become pregnant while employed at some … Read More
Supporting Employees: How to Comply with Providing Urgent Maternal Protections (PUMP) for Nursing Mothers Act
This blog post is a summary of the Virtual Workshop hosted by FFNM: NEW Federal Protections for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Employees. It will cover the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections (PUMP) for Nursing Mothers Act. Please see this link to view the summary and overview of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) portion of the workshop. A special thanks to Jessica Lujan, Core Team Representative at the New Mexico Breastfeeding Task Force for contributing to the workshop and this blog post! The “PUMP Act” is a new federal law that went into effect December 2022, which makes several important changes to … Read More
Virtual Workshop – NEW Federal Protections for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Employees
FFNM Past Virtual Workshop: NEW Federal Protections for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Employees Workshop Resources Related Blog Posts How to Comply with the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) How to Comply with Providing Urgent Maternal Protections (PUMP) for Nursing Mothers Act Learn more about workshop: NEW Federal Protections for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Employees This virtual workshop will provide an overview of the new federal protections for pregnant and breast/chestfeeding employees. The session will explore the legal rights of employees who are pregnant or lactating, and the obligations of employers to accommodate their needs. The workshop will cover the following topics: Overview … Read More
Awardees Implementing Stand-Out Workplace Policies (Part 2)
On April 25th we gathered to celebrate and recognize 2023 Family Friendly Business Award® recipients at the 7th Annual FFNM Awards Luncheon! Among the festivities was a panel discussion featuring leaders sharing expertise from across different industries. Because we know how important it is to learn from our peers, this week we are sharing the rest of that discussion in our blog (click here to read part 1)! We are excited to share the creative ways employers implement workplace policies and how that impacts company culture, and employee satisfaction. Panelists Amanda Armenta, MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Principal Human Resources Business Partner, … Read More
Awardees Implementing Stand-Out Workplace Policies (Part 1)
Last week we gathered to celebrate and recognize 2023 Family Friendly Business Award® recipients at the 7th Annual FFNM Awards Luncheon! Among the festivities was a panel discussion featuring leaders sharing expertise from across different industries. Because we know how important it is to learn from our peers, this week (and next) we are sharing that discussion in our blog! We are excited to share the creative ways employers implement workplace policies and how that impacts company culture, and employee satisfaction. Panelists Amanda Armenta, MBA, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Principal Human Resources Business Partner, Sandia National Laboratories Jill Beets, VP of Marketing … Read More
Virtual Workshop – Maximizing Employee Potential through Equitable Mentorship and Training
FFNM Past Virtual Workshop: Maximizing Employee Potential through Equitable Mentorship and Training Learn more about workshop: Maximizing Employee Potential through Equitable Mentorship and Training In today’s competitive job market, it is important for employees to continuously develop their skills and knowledge, not only to advance their careers and enjoy job satisfaction but also to increase employee engagement, retention and customer satisfaction. It’s a win win. One effective way for organizations to support their employees’ career development is through the use of mentorship, educational assistance, and training programs. In recent years, research has continued to support the benefits of mentorship, educational … Read More
Awardee Spotlight: Montech Inc.
Awardee Spotlight Montech Inc. Family Friendly New Mexico is featuring award recipients that really stand out from the crowd. In February 2023, we interviewed Claire Lewis, PHR, Human Resources Manager at Montech Inc. and celebrate their efforts in creating a family friendly workplace! We believe that costs associated with creating and maintaining family friendly policies are mere investments to secure improved productivity, employee morale, and employee retention.Claire Lewis, PHR Why have you decided to have family friendly workplace policies? At Montech Inc., our greatest assets are our employees because they are the ones chosen to represent Team Montech within each respective … Read More