Missouri nonfarm payroll employment increased by 5,900 jobs in May 2024, and the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased by one-tenth of a percentage point. Private industry employment increased by 4,000 jobs and government employment increased by 1,900 jobs....
In April 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued guidance clarifying employers’ responsibilities under federal labor laws when using artificial intelligence (AI) and automated systems in the workplace. This guidance, Field Assistance Bulletin No. 2024-1,...
Success often comes from determination, support, and the right opportunities. Sara Atkisson’s journey from a Patient Care Technician to a Registered Nurse epitomizes this. A recent graduate from Columbia College, Lake of the Ozarks nursing program, Sara’s...
Gen Z, the generation born between the mid-to-late 1990s and the early 2010s, is making its presence felt in the workforce. As they enter the professional world, their expectations and preferences are reshaping traditional work norms. One of the most significant...
Exciting news for minority entrepreneurs in Columbia, Missouri! The Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Grant program, administered by REDI and funded by the City of Columbia, is gearing up for another year of supporting underrepresented businesses. Are You Eligible?...
