Our economy has witnessed drastic changes in the past year: unemployment rates have soared to five-year highs; credit markets are frozen; interest rates have dropped; and our concerns about inflation have turned into concerns about deflation.
In response to the current conditions, many organizations have shifted their focus from growth to carefully managing their balance sheets and taking necessary steps to remain competitive, or in some cases viable. They are taking steps to reduce expenses and cut costs while also trying to keep their workforce engaged and productive.
This presentation provides perspectives to help HR leaders make these tough decisions and map out their strategy to shape the workplace of the future. You will find insights regarding:
- What alternatives are available to help you rapidly transform HR?
- Where can HR and finance work collaboratively to measurably reduce costs?
- What are practical steps for executing the required changes and delivering cost improvements?
- How can you reduce cost “now” without jeopardizing ability to provide necessary services when the economy rebounds?
Michael Rask is Aon Consulting’s National Practice Leader for Higher Education and provides consulting services to colleges and universities throughout the United States. Michael has over 20 years of experience in providing strategic advice and consulting services to employers surrounding their employee benefits and work/life programs. Since joining Aon Consulting in 1990, he has worked with employers in a variety of industries, including: healthcare, higher education, technology, manufacturing, government, and social services. A frequent speaker, Michael has presented to a variety of organizations including Western Pension & Benefits Conference, CUPA-HR Chapter Meetings and has provided industry insights as a guest analyst of National Public Radio. Michael holds a BS in Organizational and Mass Communications from Eastern Washington University.
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