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In his most recent article, “How to Not Become a Trade War Casualty,” for Recruiting Daily, Mike Starich, CEO of Orion Talent, explores how companies can create a good contingency plan to maintain control and minimize risk amidst tariff talks. Mike advises that, although the tariff talks may ultimately be a negotiating tactic, having a Plan B is the best way forward.

The term ‘skills gap’ is more than a buzz phrase in the talent acquisition community. It is a growing problem that is starving companies of much needed talent. And it is thoroughly examined in ManpowerGroup’s 2018 Talent Shortage Survey. According to the survey, 46% of US employers surveyed can’t find the skills they need.

As we celebrate our nation’s 242nd birthday, Orion would like to take a moment to reflect on the values that make America the land of the free and the home of the brave.

Orion is proud to partner with Diversity in Action, a digital and print magazine dedicated to supporting and promoting diversity in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math. Recently, Diversity in Action profiled one of our alumni, Antwan Richardson, a Navy Veteran, who shared his experiences starting as an enlisted Electronic Warfare Technician, his acceptance into the U.S. Naval Academy, and his current career at Eversource Energy.

With observances including Memorial Day, Military Spouse Appreciation Day, and Armed Forces Day, it’s fitting that May has been designated Military Appreciation Month. Declared National Military Appreciation Month in 1999 by Congress, this is a special month in which we honor those who have served our country.

Orion proudly partners with Diversity in Action, a digital and print magazine dedicated to supporting and promoting diversity in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math. In the latest issue, Diversity in Action recently profiled one of our alumni, Earle LeMasters IV. LeMasters, a Navy Veteran, shares his experiences from college, through the Navy, and his current career at Mitsubishi Electric.

Orion Talent is excited to share an insightful, upcoming webinar with our clients. Jack Welch Management Institute is hosting a Leadership Live webinar Wednesday, February 7, with Zappos Insights’ Speaker of The House, Erica Javellana.

How will the eventful news cycle of 2017 and cyclical nature of many industries affect recruiters’ budgets this year? Orion CEO Mike Starich answered these questions, and others, in a recent article for Recruiting Daily, “What Do You Do When You Need to Hire But Don’t Have the Recruiting Budget?”

According to the US Department of Veteran Affairs, less than 6% of 20 million-plus eligible Active Duty service members and Veterans with mortgages are utilizing their VA Mortgage Loan benefit. Orion Talent has proudly partnered with BBMC Mortgage to help transitioning and former military service members achieve the goal of home ownership.

Orion Novotus, an Orion Talent company, recently hosted an HRO Today webinar on Driving Productivity and Engagement through Better Recruiting. Cory Kruse, President of Orion Novotus, and Katy Theroux, CHRO of the NCI Group, addressed the question of how candidate experience directly impacts time-to-productivity, employee engagement, and retention.

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