Business Stories from June 19, 2019 (Change date)
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Gresens named to lead Wipfli LLPJun 21, 2019 6:41 am - Wipfli LLP, a national accounting and consulting firm, announced Kurt Gresens will become the firm's new leader after being previously elected by Wipfli's partners. Gres...
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Returnships present opportunities to job seekers re-entering workplaceJun 21, 2019 6:41 am - In the 2015 movie "The Intern," Robert De Niro portrays Ben Whittaker, a 70-year-old man entering back into the working world as, you guessed it, an intern. During an ap...
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Mount Prospect business shuts down amid 'burnt cheese' odor complaintsJun 21, 2019 8:26 am - An animal feed manufacturer in Mount Prospect's Kensington Business Center has shut down its operation in response to complaints about offensive odors. Village Manager M...
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Handling employee complaints about coworker harassment: Just how effective is your prompt and effective corrective action?Jun 20, 2019 2:19 pm - As an employer, when it comes to compliance with employment laws and regulations, you strive to do everything right. You enact strongly-worded policies prohibiting disc...
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Wipfli announces changes to leadership teamJun 19, 2019 11:13 am - Wipfli LLP, a top 20 national accounting and consulting firm, announced several changes to its leadership team. Seven of the firm's senior partners are taking on expande...
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Hiring for behavior vs. skills in a tight labor marketJun 19, 2019 1:00 am - Everyone is hiring these days! With record lows on unemployment and skills shortages taking the forefront in conversation with employers, there is no question you know s...
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Duitsman joins Westell's board of directorsJun 19, 2019 11:13 am - AURORA - Westell Technologies announced Timothy Duitsman has been appointed to Westell's board of directors. Duitsman will serve as a member of the compensation committ...
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California Pizza Kitchen to close downtown Arlington Heights locationJun 21, 2019 8:26 am - California Pizza Kitchen will close its downtown Arlington Heights location Sunday, officials said. A restaurant representative confirmed the closure but did not provide...
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The uncertain future of Illinois income taxesJun 24, 2019 8:36 am - Where we stand today: Income taxes Individual, Trusts, and Estates: Illinois maintains a flat income tax rate of 4.95% for individuals, trusts, and estates, regardl...
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What is lost talent really costing you?Jun 20, 2019 2:19 pm - With the unemployment rate being at a record low, finding and retaining top talent is critical. A number of things are affected by a vacant position, and many business o...