Complete Concepts Consulting Partners with Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce

On September 21, 2011, as part of the Wicker Park/Bucktown Chamber’s Business 101 seminar series, Complete Concepts Consulting (CCC) will present a complimentary Employment Law seminar addressing Wage & Hour Compliance. In addition, CCC is offering all members of the chamber discounted professional human resources consulting services.

Complete Concepts Consulting is delighted about our partnership with the Wicker Park/Bucktown Chamber of Commerce. This partnership will bring invaluable human resources and employment law compliance resources to all Chamber members.

Our mission is to help small businesses reduce costs and mitigate risk by meeting their unique human resources compliance and strategic needs. We deliver the highest level of professionalism and quality.

In maintaining our passion for supporting small businesses, we welcome the opportunity to partner with other organizations. To connect with us and discuss possible synergies, please contact us at your earliest convenience. We are available to answer any of your questions.

About Us:
Complete Concepts Consulting (CCC) is a full service human resources consulting agency in Chicago, Illinois specializing in employment law compliance specializing in providing organizations with expert employment law compliance and personalized human resources management solutions.

We offer small business support for:

• Harassment/EEO/Employment & Labor Law Compliance
• Human Resources Consulting & Project Management
• Compensation/Benefit Design
• Employee Relations
• Wage & Hour Compliance
• Policy Design & Administration
• Training & Development

For more information visit http://www.completeconceptsconsulting.com/ or contact:

Stephen Polutnik
Director, Client Services
Complete Concepts Consulting
(773) 527-1337 ext. 702

For more information about the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce contact:

Adam Burck
Executive Director
Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce
1414 North Ashland
Chicago, IL 60622
http://www.wickerparkbucktown.com/
(773) 384-2672

Want to file a wage complaint with the US DOL…there’s an app for that!

New timesheet app for smartphones helps ensure workers receive all wages earned.

In May 2011 the U.S. Department of Labor announced the launch of its first application for smartphones, a timesheet to help employees independently track the hours they work and determine the wages they are owed.

·       Available in English and Spanish, users conveniently can track regular work hours, break time and any overtime hours for one or more employers. Glossary, contact information and materials about wage laws are easily accessible through links to the Web pages of the department's Wage and Hour Division.

·         Additionally, through the app, users will be able to add comments on any information related to their work hours; view a summary of work hours in a daily, weekly and monthly format; and email the summary of work hours and gross pay as an attachment.

·       This new technology is significant because, instead of relying on their employers' records, workers now can keep their own records. This information could prove invaluable during a Wage and Hour Division investigation when an employer has failed to maintain accurate employment records.

The free app is currently compatible with the iPhone and iPod Touch. The Labor Department will explore updates that could enable similar versions for other smartphone platforms, such as Android and BlackBerry, and other pay features not currently provided for, such as tips, commissions, bonuses, deductions, holiday pay, pay for weekends, shift differentials and pay for regular days of rest.

This is more evidence of the DOL’s aggressive commitment to enforce wage and hour law across the country.  Most notably, they are putting the power in the hands of employees and making it easier than ever to file a complaint against employers who are not compliant. A simple touch on a smartphone could send an email and notify the US DOL of possible violations.  Employers with unreliable and inaccurate timekeeping systems are at great risk. As a business owner or leader, it is more important now than ever to know the law and be in compliance.

About us:
Complete Concepts Consulting (CCC) is a full service human resources consulting agency in Chicago, Illinois specializing in employment law compliance. Human Resources professionals Melonie Boone and Yolanda Macias, co-founders, and their team have worked in the industry for many years and specialize in providing organizations with expert employment law compliance and customized human resources management solutions.

Contact Us:
http://www.completeconceptsconsulting.com/
info@CompleteConceptsConsulting.com

Sources

http://www.dol.gov/opa/media/press/whd/whd20110686.htm

http://documents.jdsupra.com/c45c962d-6994-4510-864a-273dbf33185c.pdf

Is Your Business Protected Hits the Airways!

Hype Media Global Community Central Radio Presents: Up Close and Personal with Melonie Boone


Melonie Boone, Co-CEO and Owner of Complete Concepts Consulting will be featured in her first recurring spot on Community Central Radio. Mrs. Boone will answer questions on protecting your business by deploying effective employment law compliance and human resources management initiatives.

On Thursday, July 7, 2011, host Ruben Ramos will lead the discussion on “Why HR is Important” for your business. Together they will touch on topics of protecting your business from the top 5 HR mistakes most commonly made as well as some of the critical policies and procedures associated with human resources. Community Central reaches more than 500,000 listeners and viewers weekly focusing on issues that are critical to the community.

Melonie Boone has over 13 years of human resources experience, primarily with small to midsized businesses. She holds a Master of Jurisprudence in Business Law and Corporate Governance from Loyola University of Chicago Law School, a Master of Business Administration from Florida Metropolitan University, a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources Management from Loyola University of Chicago School of Business, and a Professional in Human Resources designation from Human Capital Institute.

Her dynamic background and diverse experience with organizations across many industries lends to a proven HR methodology that successfully mitigates risk and saves money for her clients. Working along with her business partner Yolanda Macias and their team, Complete Concepts Consulting offers its clients the ability to enhance business operations by utilizing affordable compliance and comprehensive human resources solutions.

About us:
Complete Concepts Consulting (CCC) is a full service human resources consulting agency in Chicago, Illinois specializing in employment law compliance. Human Resources professionals Melonie Boone and Yolanda Macias, co-founders, and their team have worked in the industry for many years and specialize in providing organizations with expert employment law compliance and customized human resources management solutions.

Contact Us:
http://www.completeconceptsconsulting.com/
info@CompleteConceptsConsulting.com

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Community Central Radio
Host: Ruben Ramos
Date: July 7, 2011
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Are you Dressed for Success?

On June 29, 2011 Melonie Boone, Co-CEO of Complete Concepts Consulting facilitated a dynamic Dress for Success Seminar for the participants of the Association of Corporate Counsel Chicago Chapter’s Diversity Internship Program. 

Partnering with special guests Billie Kershasky of Astor & Black Custom Clothier and Justin Yates of Trunk Club; this personalized training took the participants on a journey through the keys to successful dress for professionals in the legal field. 

Topics included:

• The Importance of First Impressions
• Appropriate Attire in Business, Social and Casual Environments
• How to Look Great on a Budget
• Proper Professional Behavior
• Having a Personal Brand Action Plan

The team at Complete Concepts Consulting thanks the Association of Corporate Counsel Chicago Chapter for the invite to speak as well as Billie Kershasky and Justin Yates for a job well done!

Contact Complete Concepts Consulting to learn more about our personalized trainings made to meet your unique business needs.

About us:

Complete Concepts Consulting (CCC) is a full service human resources consulting agency in Chicago, Illinois specializing in employment law compliance. Human Resources professionals Melonie Boone and Yolanda

Macias, co-founders, and their team have worked in the industry for many years and specialize in providing organizations with expert employment law compliance and customized human resources management solutions. CCC offers its clients the ability to enhance business operations by utilizing affordable compliance and comprehensive human resources solutions.

 
Contact Us:
www.CompleteConceptsConsulting.com
info@CompleteConceptsConsulting.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – PERSONNEL ANNOUNCEMENT

Media Contact:

Melonie Boone MBA, MJ, PHR

Co – Chief Executive Officer

Complete Concepts Consulting

mboone@completeconceptsconsulting.com

www.CompleteConceptsConsulting.com

(773) 527-1337 

June 23, 2011

Stephen Polutnik named Director, Client Services

Complete Concepts Consulting is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephen Polutnik to the position of Director, Client Services.  In his role, Mr. Polutnik will support organizational growth by building new client relationships, maintaining existing client relationships and providing strategic client direction. This includes but is not limited to managing client acquisition strategy, targeting key accounts, uncovering new business opportunities, growing company market share and providing superior client support.                                                                                                             

Mr. Polutnik brings over 10 years of marketing, account management, business development and client relations experience to our team. Prior to joining Complete Concepts Consulting, Mr. Polutnik spent the past eight years with JP Morgan Chase where he progressively rose from a Personal Banker role to Branch Manager and lastly held the position of Client Service Assistant Manager.  During his tenure with JP Morgan Chase, Mr. Polutnik developed and implemented strategies to encourage growth and retention of his customer base;  Managed Client Service Functions for Chase Middle Market business clients ($10 - $500 million in revenue) including hedge funds, law firms and insurance corporations; and was responsible for compliance with internal and government regulations.

In addition, while at Chase Mr. Polutnik also supervised both financial and operational risk exposure associated with bank products and services; created and facilitated training sessions for employees on professionalism in the workplace as well as new processes and procedures; he also managed the top in-store branch in the country based on revenue and earnings growth.  During his career Mr. Polutnik also served as Account Coordinator with MediaLink, LLC and Marketing Coordinator at USA Networks.   

Mr. Polutnik holds his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Marketing concentration from Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH. 

About Us:

Complete Concepts Consulting (CCC) is a full service human resources consulting agency in Chicago, Illinois specializing in employment law compliance. Human Resources professionals Melonie Boone and Yolanda Macias, co-founders, and their team have worked in the industry for many years and specialize in providing organizations with expert employment law compliance and customized human resources management solutions. CCC offers its clients the ability to enhance business operations by utilizing affordable compliance and comprehensive human resources solutions.

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Why is HR important to your business?

Human Resources management may seem complex and overwhelming for business owners. The countless regulations to be complied with, employee relations issues, hiring and retaining the right people all while managing the day to day operations of the business can sometimes seem like too much to bare.

Small businesses typically have very tight budgets and often don’t have the capacity to proactively identify and resolve compliance threats. It is important to have an HR expert on your side to help you navigate the human resources maze.

 

1. HR puts your mind at ease and gives you the freedom to grow your business. Human Resources provide an organization with the strategic advantage of having all of their people management needs met.
2. Non-Compliance with Employment Regulations will cost you money. Not having a partner who is well versed in employment and labor regulations will cost you money. Implementing processes, policies and procedures to protect your business is paramount. In today’s climate, government oversight is at an all time high and employees filing claims against businesses is increasing in astonishing numbers. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission estimates that over 100,000 claims will be filed this year alone.
3. Recruiting and retaining top talent will make your business more productive and save money. Don’t be liable for the actions of an employee who was not properly screened. Having procedures in place to verify a candidate’s background and making sure that they will be a good fit for your business in critical. Employment sources estimates: It costs you 30-50% of the annual salary of entry-level employees, 150% of middle level employees, and up to 400% for specialized, high level employees!
4. Wage and hour law compliance is imperative. The Fair Labor Standards Act is complicated regulation that governs most compensation issues including overtime pay. When properly managed by a person who is knowledgeable of the many components, you can save your company the headache of being fined. The government is auditing businesses payroll records and catching companies who are not compliant. Failure to properly classify and pay employees results in your business paying back wages, back taxes, fees and penalties. It is estimated that 70% of businesses routinely violate wage and hour law under this act; are you one of them?
5. Protects your business and allows you to focus on what’s important, your business. Whether it’s documenting I – 9’s to validate a new hires eligibility to work in the US or employees performance issues to support terminations, a good HR advocate will free you up to focus on your business and not be weighted down with all the employment issues that arise when you hire employees. Build employee morale by having the proper policies, procedures and programs in place.

Click here to contact us today to learn more about the affordable solutions offered by Complete Concepts Consulting to meet your unique business needs!

 

About us:

 

Beginning in 2006 as an independent contractor assignment, Complete Concepts Consulting (CCC) is now a full service human resources consulting agency in Chicago, Illinois specializing in employment law compliance. Human Resources professionals Melonie Boone and Yolanda Macias, co-founders, and their team have worked in the industry for many years and specialize in providing organizations with expert employment law compliance and customized human resources management solutions. CCC offers its clients the ability to enhance business operations by utilizing affordable compliance and comprehensive human resources solutions.

CCC's team leverages its education, experience and advanced human resources strategy to meet client needs. Our key to success is offering a superior level of services paralleled by no other in an affordable fee matrix. Our fee matrix allows organizations of all sizes to benefit from total compliance and human resources management.

We specialize in small business support for Employment and Labor Law Compliance; Policy and Procedures creation and enforcement; Team Leadership and Employee Training; Recruiting; Strategic Planning; Coaching and Mentoring; Employee Retention; Payroll and Benefits Administration; Performance Management; Compensation Planning; Employee Relations; Efficiency Optimization; Process and System Improvements; Succession Planning; Relationship Management.



 

 

Lt Governor Simon Meets with Complete Concepts Consulting

Last month I had the honor of meeting with Lt. Governor Sheila Simon in conjunction with the Small Business Advocacy Council. This exciting opportunity allowed me to introduce Complete Concepts Consulting and share firsthand the need for small business human resources compliance education.

In our conversation I discussed the lack of HR Compliance education and affordable solutions to meet the unique needs of small business. There is a renewed federal and state focus on enforcement of employment regulation and the small business segment is currently unprotected.




From left to right:Mike Cavanaugh, Melonie Boone, Dan Johnson-Weinberger,  Elliot Richardson, Lt. Governor Sheila Simon, Jeff Richardson, Jeff Richardson, TyJuan Cratic, Blanca Campos

Complete Concepts Consulting will continue to be a voice for small business compliance and offer affordable small business human resources compliance solutions paralleled by no other.

Melonie Boone MBA, MJ, PHR
Co-CEO
Complete Concepts Consulting

About Us:

Complete Concepts Consulting (CCC) is a human resources consulting agency in Chicago, Illinois specializing in employment law compliance. Human Resources professionals Melonie Boone and Yolanda Macias, co-founders, and their consulting team have worked in the industry for many years and specialize in providing organizations with expert employment law compliance and personalize human resources management solutions. CCC offers its clients the ability to enhance business operations by utilizing affordable compliance and comprehensive human resources solutions.

We specialize in small business support for Employment and Labor Law Compliance; Policy and Procedures creation and enforcement; Team Leadership and Employee Training; Recruiting; Strategic Planning; Coaching and Mentoring; Employee Retention; Payroll and Benefits Administration; Performance Management; Compensation Planning; Employee Relations; Efficiency Optimization; Process and System Improvements; Succession Planning; Relationship Management.


Email mboone@completeconceptsconsulting.com to learn more.

Protecting Your Business

Melonie Boone of Complete Concepts Consulting Amongst Panelists of SBAC May 11th Educational Forum

May 5, 2011

The Small Business Advocacy Council is happy to announce that Melonie Boone of Complete Concepts Consulting will be among the five panelists for the May 11th Educational Forum entitled, "Protecting Your Business."

Melonie will share some of the ways to protect your business by employing easy practices to ensure compliance with critical employment regulations.

To learn more about the event go to Protecting Your Business and please RSVP ahead of time with Blanca Campos at Blanca@SBACIL.org or call (847) 990-7909.