Become A TEA Member

Joining The Employers’ Association is a wise and cost-effective decision. Your membership gives you a wide range of free and deeply discounted services aimed at the prevention of HR problems. As a TEA member, you have access to salary surveys, compliance guidance, management and human resource advice, training, and consulting. Most day-to-day services are included in one annual membership fee. When members choose specialized services and training, discounted rates apply.

 

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Testimonial

A great year-end letter which I will use with my employees as we end 2008 and enter 2009. Thanks for your leadership!” (referencing an article within an issue of the Executive Update)
-Peter M. Perez, President, Carter Products Company Inc.

LUNCH, BUTTERFLIES & LAUGHS!

 

In recognition of your Administrative Professionals, TEA is sponsoring a luncheon & garden tour at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park on Administrative Professional's Day.

April 21, 2010
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Guest speaker:  Ruth Butler, columnist, Grand Rapids Press
"Why You Need a Sense of Humor to Survive"

Humor picture

Save your seats today.  This event is sold out every year!

NEWS

The Employers' Association provides members up-to-date HR industry news and programs related to human resources & management. We’re continually monitoring national and state sources to bring employers accurate, timely and practical news on issues that affect them.

Executive Update E-Newsletter (Members only)

This e-newsletter is sent every 3 weeks and covers timely topics of HR issues, organizational development matters, legal concerns, customer service tips and member services updates.  Non-members can view the current issue.

TEA in the News

Take a look at what has been happening with The Employers' Association in the news.

The Human Factor (MiBiz)  These are archived articles that our President, Dave Smith, submits on a monthly basis.
Anne Bachle Fifer and Lynne Goede Join Board of Directors of the Dispute Resolution Center (press release sent 3/9/10)
What are best paying jobs in West Michigan? (Mlive-February 15, 2010)
Grand Haven Confidential (MiBiz-October 26, 2009)
Workplace Conflict Buster (MiBiz-August 31, 2009)
As the Layoffs Turn (MiBiz-August 31, 2009)

TEA News Releases

2010 Pay Increases Still Low (November 4, 2009)
2009 / 2010 Wage & Salary Survey Reports Small Increases (December 21, 2009)

Legal and Legislative

Here are links to member law firm news alerts.

Varnum Law - This area takes you to their "Publications" page where you will find their quarterly Labor Law Link among other publications.

Miller Johnson - This area takes you to Miller Johnson's publications -- from Client Alerts to employment law newsletters and employee benefits updates -- to keep you informed about legal developments and upcoming events as well as share the firm's capabilities in specific areas.

Warner Norcross & Judd LLP - This area takes you to their "Publications" page where you will find current articles, newsletters & e-bulletins.

UPCOMING EVENTS

TEA conducts several events throughout the year, including our annual HR Conference, Administrative Day Luncheon and Annual Meeting & Luncheon.  We often will bring in a national speaker to present on the topic of customer service during National Customer Service week or someone to discuss leadership & managment issues.  Check out what's coming next.