Resources & Support

• Diversity Assessment –  Our assessment will help you look at the big picture, define objectives and begin implementing or recharging meaningful diversity practices.
• Diversity Consulting – Every clients’ inclusion and diversity goals are different, so our expert D&I consultants will meet with you to understand your needs and create a plan to achieve your diversity objectives.
• Diversity Training – Our diversity training solutions are designed to build awareness and skill, and to provide participants with tools and resources to support immediate application of learning to create/maintain a respectful and inclusive workplace.

Webinars

• Given Recent Events – Let’s Get You Ready To Talk About Race in the Workplace
• Maintaining an Inclusive Virtual Workplace
• How to Cultivate a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce

Videos

• Why is Diversity and Inclusion important to organizations?
• Unconscious Bias: Why It Matters

Blogs

• Your Words and Commitments No Longer Matter
• eBook: How to Maintain an Inclusive Culture
• What Really Moves the Needle on Diversity?
• What You Can Do to Maximize Inclusion in the Workplace

• Return to Work Toolkit
• Return to Work Planning Template

• Welcome Back – Employee Packet
• Onsite Temperature Screenings

Upcoming Webinars:

Managing Mental Health in the Workplace

Now, more than ever, it’s important to discuss and understand how mental health issues can manifest, how they affect employees and their impact on employers. It’s an issue that every employer and HR department needs to be ready to address. Join this webinar to learn how to develop strategies to combat these issues and make sure your employees are taking care of themselves during these difficult times.

Wednesday, June 24th | 10:00am-11:00am | Register Now 

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Recorded Webinars:

Given Recent Events – Let’s Get You Ready To Talk About Race in the Workplace – 6.17

Join Twana Harris for a webinar where we’ll discuss about race in the workplace and learn how having these conversations can enhance the trajectory of your company’s diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.

Webinar Slides | Webinar Recording

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True Network Advisors Resources – Where We Are and What to Expect Next – 6.16

In this webinar series, the attorneys of Maynard, Cooper & Gale provide timely discussion regarding employer responsibilities and best practices with regard to COVID-19, as well as updates on legislation and guidance from Congress and federal agencies, including CDC, OSHA, EEOC, DOL, IRS, and HHS.

Webinar Slides | Webinar Recording

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COVID-19: Outbreak Periods, Cafeteria Plan Changes and COBRA Changes – 6.11

In this webinar, advisors from Benecon will explain the changes to health plans caused by COVID-19, various carrier positions on these changes, and how to ensure smooth transitions for groups to implement the new requirements for both their medical plans and their COBRA administration.

Webinar Recording

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True Network Advisors Resources – Where We Are and What to Expect Next – 6.3

In this webinar series, the attorneys of Maynard, Cooper & Gale provide timely discussion regarding employer responsibilities and best practices with regard to COVID-19, as well as updates on legislation and guidance from Congress and federal agencies, including CDC, OSHA, EEOC, DOL, IRS, and HHS.

Webinar Recording| Webinar Slides | Certification Information

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Sharpening the Employee Relations Landscape: Preparing for Return to Work

As employers prepare to return to work, they must anticipate employee relations shifts after COVID-19. In the midst of angst and fear, employers must be mindful of taking appropriate actions throughout the process of transitioning back to the physical workplace. Join this webinar to learn how you can prepare to bring your employees back to work while minimizing workplace conflict and employee relations claims.

Webinar Recording 

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Healthcare Strategies Post Pandemic – 5.21

As organizations prepare to return to work and adapt their budgets, one of the most important considerations to manage costs is evaluating your healthcare strategy. Join to understand the evolving complexities of the current healthcare landscape and practical cost-saving strategies to take advantage of during this challenging time.

Presenters: Gregory Grimm, Director of Employee Benefits Division | Exude, Inc.

Webinar Recording

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True Network Advisors Resources – Where We Are and What to Expect Next – 5.19

In this webinar series, the attorneys of Maynard, Cooper & Gale provide timely discussion regarding employer responsibilities and best practices with regard to COVID-19, as well as updates on legislation and guidance from Congress and federal agencies, including CDC, OSHA, EEOC, DOL, IRS, and HHS.

Webinar Recording | Webinar Breakdown | Webinar Slides

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TRUE Network Advisors Resources: Return to Work Considerations – 5.5

Hosted by our partners at True Network, the attorneys of Maynard, Cooper & Gale will discuss what employers need to consider in their return to work strategy.

Webinar Recording | Webinar Breakdown | Webinar Slides

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Returning to Work – What Employers Need to Know – 4.29

Listen to this webinar where three experts will discuss the short and long-term considerations when returning to work from a legal, HR and benefits perspective. Explore the physical and emotional implications and gain an understanding of the requirements as they relate to compliance and employee safety.

Webinar Recording | Webinar Slides 

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Maintaining an Inclusive Virtual Workplace 4.23

It’s important that employers continue to be intentional and consistent in their efforts to cultivate an inclusive environment, especially during times of crisis when employees are isolated from the physical workplace. Listen to this webinar to learn strategies and tips to make your virtual workplace inclusive and retain your diverse talent.

Webinar Recording

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Ongoing Compliance Support and FAQs for Employers 4.21

Hosted by our partners at True Network, the attorneys of Maynard, Cooper & Gale will discuss employer responsibilities and best practices with regard to COVID-19, including CDC, OSHA, EEOC, DOL, IRS, and HHS guidance.

Webinar Recording | Webinar Slides | Webinar Breakdown

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Compliance Support and FAQs for Employers – 4.14

Hosted by our partners at True Network, the attorneys of Maynard, Cooper & Gale will discuss employer responsibilities and best practices with regard to COVID-19, including CDC, OSHA, EEOC, DOL, IRS, and HHS guidance.

Webinar Recording & Webinar Slides

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Keeping Your Culture Strong in a Remote Environment

Given the current environment, it’s more important than ever to keep the company culture alive while your employees are working remotely. Listen to this webinar to learn strategies and tips to keep your employees engaged and motivated in these challenging times.

Webinar Recording | Webinar Slides

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Compliance Support and FAQs for Employers – 4.7

Hosted by our partners at True Network, the attorneys of Maynard, Cooper & Gale will discuss employer responsibilities and best practices with regard to COVID-19, including CDC, OSHA, EEOC, DOL, IRS, and HHS guidance.

Webinar Slides | Webinar Recording

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Compliance Support and FAQs for Employers – 3.31

Hosted by our partners at True Network, the attorneys of Maynard, Cooper & Gale will discuss employer responsibilities and best practices with regard to COVID-19, including CDC, OSHA, EEOC, DOL, IRS, and HHS guidance.

Webinar Slides | Webinar Recording

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COVID-19: Get Your HR, Benefits & Legal Questions Answered – 3.26

Listen to this webinar to learn the current state of COVID-19 as it relates to human resources, employee benefits, and the most up-to-date legal changes. We’ll address the most frequently asked questions we’ve been receiving and open the floor to let attendees get their questions answered.

Webinar Slides | Webinar Recording

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Compliance Support and FAQs for Employers – 3.24

Hosted by our partners at True Network, the attorneys of Maynard, Cooper & Gale will discuss employer responsibilities and best practices with regard to COVID-19, including CDC, OSHA, EEOC, DOL, IRS, and HHS guidance.

Webinar Recording & Webinar Slides

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Managing a Remote Team

Given the rapid spread of COVID-19, many employers are implementing work remote policies in an effort to keep their employees safe. Because this may be new for many organizations, manager would benefit from learning best practices for effectively managing performance and engaging remote teams. Join this webinar to learn skills, tips and techniques for effectively managing your remote team.

Webinar Recording & Webinar Slides

• OSHA Guidance for Reopening Nonessential Businesses
• States Update Employee Leave Requirements for Coronavirus – 6.25
• Congress Passes Bill Amending Paycheck Protection Program
• OSHA Requires Employer Investigations of Employee COVID-19 Cases
• Return to Work Toolkit for Employers
• Extensions Due to COVID-19
• Model FFCRA Election and Certification Forms (April 3, 2020): As the government has not provided election and certification forms, please refer to the attached model forms that have been created by law firm, Maynard Cooper. These forms represent a best practice approach at this time and may need to be re-evaluated as DOL and Treasury continue to develop rules.
• FFCRA Small Employer Exemption: DOL Guidance
• DOL and FFCRA Regulations Now in Effect
• Employer Guidelines – Responding to Higher Risk Employees COVID-19
• DOL Poster (non-federal)-Employee Rights- Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave under the FFCRA 3.20
• DOL Poster (federal)-Employee Rights- Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave under the FFCRA
• DOL FAQs- COVID-19 and the Fair Labor Standards Act
• Coronavirus Compliance Considerations for Employers
• Families First Coronavirus Response Act – Signed Into Law
• CARES Act Provisions Relevant for Nonprofits
• COVID-19 – Scenarios & Benefits Available
• EEOC Updates Employer Guidance on Coronavirus and the ADA

Below are resources to recent updates related to your employee benefit plans.

• Federal Agencies Issue More FAQs on Coronavirus-related Changes for Health Plans – 6.24
• Carrier Premium Credits and ERISA Fiduciary Obligations – 6.20
• IRS Relaxes Election Change and Other Rules for Cafeteria Plans and FSAs – 5.12
• Congress Passes the Coronavirus Aid, Relief & Economic Security Act
• The Look-Back Measurement Method and COVID-19 (for Applicable Large Employers)
• Information for Employers and Group Health Plan Sponsors on COVID-19
• Unemployment Benefits for Coronavirus Under the CARES Act
• COVID-19 Guidance Provides Flexibility for Cafeteria Plan Elections, Additional Changes

Special Enrollment & Plan Renewals – Many insurance carriers are opting to assist organizations by offering special enrollment periods and holding plan rates stable for upcoming renewals. Click here to see how your carrier is responding 

Medical Coverage Information – Select your carrier from the list below to get more information on what your specific carrier is offering, an overview of what’s covered, and how employees should seek treatment.

• Aetna
• Cigna
• Horizon NJ
• Independence Blue Cross
• United Healthcare
• AmeriHealth
• CareFirst BCBS
• Oxford

Additional Information:

• NY Executive Order on Grace Period for Life Insurance Policies 4.20

For additional information specific to your plans please contact your Exude team.

Upcoming Webinars:

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Recorded Webinars:

Nourishing Your Body While Managing Work, Family, and a Pandemic

With all of the new responsibilities and life adjustments that have had to be made due to the pandemic, it’s completely understandable if eating healthy has not have been high of a priority during the past weeks. The goal of this session is to provide you with realistic and empowering recommendations for nourishing yourself as well as your family without guilt or stress.

Webinar Recording

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Emotional Intelligence for Wellbeing

Join this webinar to understand how emotions are stored in your body; why emotional awareness is a fundamental skill to emotional intelligence; and activities and tools for increasing self-awareness, self-management, and self-regulation.

Audience: Employers & Employees

Presenter: Karla Chin, Director of Total Well-Being and Holistic Health & Positive Psychology Practitioner

Webinar Recording

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Wellness Webinar Series: Creating Connections & Resilience During COVID-19

As a follow-up to our first wellness webinar series, we’re providing another complimentary 2-part series presented by Exude’s Karla Chin, Director of Total Well-Being and Holisitic Health & Positive Psychology Practitioner, to help both employers and employees manage stress and find peace during this tumultuous time.

Part 1: Creating Thriving Connections During COVID-19

Webinar Recording

Part 2: Rewiring Your Brain for Resilience & Mindfulness

Webinar Recording

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Wellness Webinar Series: Keep Calm and Carry On – Self-Care

In an effort to find peace during a scary and tumultuous time, listen to part 2 of our 2-part wellness webinar series to prioritize your self-care.

Webinar Recording | Webinar Handout | Webinar Exercise

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Wellness Webinar Series: Keep Calm and Carry On – Managing Stress

In an effort to find peace during a scary and tumultuous time, listen to part 1 of our 2-part wellness webinar series to help manage stress.

Webinar Slides | Webinar Recording

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The 3 R’s of Stress Management in Unprecedented Times 

Karla Chin will discuss how COVID-19 may be causing increased stress for employees. She shares tips and strategies to effectively manage your energy. Get tips for getting better sleep and integrating relaxation into your life.

Webinar Recording

• Wellness Resources
• Beck Institute Resources

For up-to-date information on Taxes and Financials as it relates to COVID-19 please visit our partners at Haefele Flanagan resource center.

• SBA Releases Streamlined PPP Loan Forgiveness Form – 6.18
• President Trump Signs Bill Amending PPP into Law – 6.8
• SBA Issues Two Additional PPP Final Interim Rules – 5.29
• City of Philadelphia Tax Guidance in Response to COVID-19
• Paycheck Protection Program Loan Forgiveness Application
• Paycheck Protection Program and Healthcare Enhancement Act (U.S. HR 266)
• Payroll Protection Program May Provide Relief to Small Businesses – If You Can Navigate the Workforce Issues
• CARES Act Overview
• COVID-19 Related Tax Credits FAQs
• FFCRA Q&A
  
• PPP–IFRN FINAL 4.2.20
• US Chamber of Commerce Paycheck Protection Program Guide
• CARES Act SBA Loans Available
• Employee Retention Tax Credits for Businesses Impacted by Coronavirus
• CARES Act Provisions Relevant for Nonprofits
• IRS FAQs: Deferral of Employment Tax Deposits and Payments

Visit the DOL for a full description of the Paycheck Protection Program and supplemental information here.

• Cyber Liability – Coronavirus and Remote Work Cyber Risks
• Risk Insights – Force Majeure and Coronavirus
• Insurance In The Face Of COVID-19 – Overview of the potential claims issues in various lines of coverage and how those policies might respond.

CARES Act Summary Retirement Plans– A summary of how the CARES Act impacts employer-sponsored retirement plans.

American Retirement Association – COVID-19 – FAQ document that highlights provisions that ARA believes will positively impact retirement plan participants and plan sponsors.

Client Resources Survey – We want to hear from you! Take this 5 question survey so we know what type of information and resources to provide during this pandemic.

Entrepreneur Legal Relief Program Amid Coronavirus Crisis – Ballard Spahr has established the Entrepreneur Legal Relief Program (ELRP) to ensure that entrepreneurs have the resources and counsel required to endure the current coronavirus crisis.

COVID-19 Market Volatility – Market commentary to help inform you on the impact of these events and offer some perspective during these difficult times.

COVID-19 Tracking – A web-based dashboard tracking cases globally in real-time, provided by Johns Hopkins University.

ThinkHR Crisis Response Center – ThinkHR and Mammoth are making their essential COVID-19 resources available for free to all employers in need.

Use and Occupancy Tax Guidance During COVID-19 –Businesses ordered to close beginning March 17, 2020 as a result of safety measures enacted by the Mayor of Philadelphia are not subject to the Use & Occupancy (U&O) Tax while access to their place of business is prohibited.

Maintaining Inclusion in the Virtual Workplace– A guide to helping your workplace remain inclusive during these tumultuous times.

We also recommend visiting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the U.S. State Department, the World Health Organization and thePA Dept. of Health to access the most up to date resources and information regarding this rapidly changing situation.

COVID19 – Return to Work Questionnaire – Ensure you have all of your protective measures in place with this questionnaire.