How many employees do you have? Less than 10 or perhaps a few dozen? Maybe even more than 100 if you operate a large firm or multiple locations? While this question may seem straightforward, the answer can actually be quite complicated when you begin to consider joint...
Unions have advanced considerably in size and reach since the concept’s widespread inception at the turn of the 19th century. Born as a reflex to the harsh conditions forced on early industrial workers, the notion of a union of mutually protected employees has...
Stephen Koppekin is the founder and CEO of Koppekin Consulting, Inc. An experienced former executive who spent decades overseeing industrial relations and workplace safety for major businesses in the entertainment industry, Stephen started his own independent consulting business shortly after retiring. He uses 43 years of experience in labor and employment, during which time he worked at two major entertainment corporations and in government agency National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), to support a diverse client set.