The MBA’s News & Blog is where we share MBA news, insights, updates and practical tips designed to move your business forward.
As summer approaches, many employers begin filling seasonal positions. Students looking for work can provide valuable support while gaining real-world experience. Before bringing minors onto your team, however, it is important to understand the rules that apply to youth employment in Pennsylvania. State and federal child labor laws establish requirements for work permits, work schedules, and job duties. Taking time
Why Employee Retention Matters More Than Ever Employee retention continues to be a major challenge for organizations across industries. While hiring new talent is essential for growth, high turnover comes with significant financial and operational costs that many businesses underestimate. Research estimates that replacing an employee can cost nearly 20 percent of their annual salary. Those costs often include recruiting,
In manufacturing, “Made in America” has long stood for quality, resilience, and pride. Externally, it builds trust with customers and signals reliability. For communities, it reflects economic strength and local investment. But one of its most meaningful impacts is often internal: how it shapes employee engagement. When organizations intentionally lean into a Made in America identity, they give employees something
On May 27th, The MBA welcomed members and community leaders to our Conference Center for a Legislative Luncheon featuring Congressman Mike Kelly. The discussion centered on leadership, economic strength, workforce challenges and the future of our region and country. Throughout the luncheon, Congressman Kelly emphasized the importance of unity, civic engagement and long-term thinking when it comes to strengthening both
Career ladders are a structured approach organizations use to define how employees can grow within their roles over time. As employees build skills and demonstrate capability, they can move upward through clearly defined levels, with each step bringing expanded responsibilities and new opportunities. These frameworks help remove uncertainty around advancement. They outline the skills, knowledge, and performance expectations tied to
May 19th’s MBA Executive Speaker Series brought together manufacturing leaders for a timely discussion on workforce challenges, AI, leadership, and the future of the industry. The panel featured Christie Drabic of Wabtec Corporation, Philip Katen of Micro Mold & Plastikos, and Jim Rutkowski Jr. of Industrial Sales & Manufacturing Inc.. A major theme throughout the discussion was that AI is
Fill out the form and one of our team members will reach out to you.
