Executive Order 11246 has long been recognized as a cornerstone of workplace equity and compliance—but its impact extends far beyond regulatory checkboxes. For decades, it has quietly instilled a disciplined, proactive approach to fair employment practices—one that has proven to be not just ethically sound, but strategically smart. At the heart of EO 11246…
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For nearly six decades, Executive Order 11246 has stood as a cornerstone in the fight against workplace discrimination. More than a regulatory requirement, it has served as a powerful tool for progress—challenging employers to confront systemic bias and build fair, inclusive hiring practices. Before EO 11246, discrimination in the workplace wasn’t just tolerated—it was…
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On March 24, 2025, the landscape of workplace compliance took a sharp turn. In one day, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced three major enforcement actions, totaling over $1 million in settlements, while the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) appointed Catherine Eschbach as its new director. This alignment is more than…
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On March 14, 2025, President Donald Trump issued an executive order rescinding the federal contractor minimum wage mandate, a policy originally established under the Biden administration. This decision removes the requirement for federal contractors to pay workers at least $17.75 per hour, allowing wages to be set according to the federal minimum wage ($7.25 per…
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