Employee Benefits | Cottingham & Butler

Effective salary planning is crucial for creating a motivated, valued workforce. By carefully analyzing the job market, evaluating performance, and offering fair compensation, organizations can enhance productivity, boost morale, and reduce turnover. But do you have the right tools and data to successfully plan your wage structure? The 2024/2025 Upper Midwest Salary Planning Survey offers a valuable opportunity to gain insights into wage trends. This comprehensive survey measures both actual 2024 wage structure increases and projected 2025 increases, along with general payroll budget changes. Don't miss out on this chance to inform your salary planning strategy and ensure your organization remains competitive in the job market. Start the survey now: https://lnkd.in/g6efG57e

Last week, over 120 Human Resources professionals came together for at our Employee Benefits Seminar at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City! Attendees came from all over the midwest to address the challenges HR professionals are facing today. By joining us, they gained insights into managing rising employee costs, learned unique healthcare strategies, and so much more. The event ended with Rob Lawless delivering a powerful presentation on the value of human connection. There are two opportunities left to attend one of our seminars, click below to see if any are happening near you! https://lnkd.in/gdX4vbhM

Elevate your Employee Benefits strategy by joining us on July 25th for an Employee Benefits Seminar in St. Paul, Minnesota. This comprehensive event addresses critical business themes for 2024, offering: - Innovative strategies to reduce healthcare costs - CEO panel discussion on key industry trends - Optimization of total rewards programs - Keynote by Rob Lawless on the value of human connection Register now: https://lnkd.in/gNgrmjN9

Let's get back to the basics of the most common benefit compliance questions that employers of all size struggle with. Join this webinar to test your compliance knowledge and stay current on some everyday compliance topics that tend to trip up the best of us. https://lnkd.in/gkxzUZgv

Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring the area's leading CEOs as they share their insights on conquering today's most pressing employee benefit challenges. Hear their perspectives on curbing rising healthcare costs, optimizing productivity in the age of AI, creating a culture and fairness and trust through pay transparency, and more. Don't miss your chance to join the conversation! Click below to save your seat today. https://lnkd.in/gbXcjnuN

We recently celebrated 3 individuals in our Employee Benefits division who were each honored with a Service Excellence Award! These awards are given to teammates who are making a difference for their team, clients, company, and beyond. #BetterEveryDay

We are excited to announce a recent development in the world of total rewards consulting. Carlson Dettman Consulting is embracing a new chapter under the name Cottingham & Butler Total Rewards Consulting. While their name has changed, their dedication to excellence remains. You can expect the same level of expertise, methodology, and industry knowledge you've come to rely on from our team. Visit our new website: https://lnkd.in/gVV-JFfN

According to recent data, 51% of employees prioritize strong benefits when deciding to stay with a company— but skyrocketing healthcare costs continue to be a burden for businesses. Join our team in Iowa City this July and discover 10 proven strategies to reduce healthcare costs without sacrificing employee retention! Here's what you'll gain: - Expert insights on navigating the 2024 business landscape. - Actionable solutions to address HR, Finance, and Leadership challenges. - Valuable networking opportunities with like-minded professionals. Spots are limited, so don't miss out! Click below to register today. https://lnkd.in/gkpB_zaz

Nearly 70% of unhappy employees report not feeling valued by their employers, highlighting a significant disconnect between employees and leadership. So how do you bridge that gap? Click below to discover three key steps your organization can take to boost employee satisfaction, and learn how we can help uncover what truly matters to your workforce. https://lnkd.in/gBVQGRhm

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently finalized a rule that increases the salary thresholds used to determine overtime eligibility for executive, administrative, and professional (EAP) employees. This means more employees may now qualify for overtime pay. While this is a significant change, it's important to consider how it might indirectly affect your employee benefits. Scroll through the below to review important dates and considerations your organization should keep top of mind.