The Bulletin

Resources from Industry Experts

As part of our commitment to uplifting local businesses, we’re sharing our decades of experience with you. Here, you’ll discover trending topics, notable regulatory updates, best practices, and much more.

Hot Topic

BWC Adjusts Group Rating Discounts for Private Employers

The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) has announced a small change to Group Rating discounts for private employers beginning with the July 1, 2027 policy year.

HR Expertise

True-up process

The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) provides workers’ compensation coverage based on estimated payroll.

Wellness

Equipping Leaders for Mental Health First Response

This IT services firm has grown into a trusted partner for organizations across the country. With a client base that spans education, healthcare, nonprofits, and professional services, the company supports over 100,000 users nationwide.

Training

Strengthening Communication & Accountability Across a Multi-Site Workforce

This nonprofit service provider, headquartered in Toledo, OH, employs more than 300 staff members across several sites. We partnered with HR leaders, department directors, and supervising managers to deliver training focused on improving communication and accountability.

Hot Topic

Culture Counts: How Workplace Vibes Drive Performance

This month, we’re exploring a powerful truth: company culture isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a bottom-line driver. A healthy culture fuels productivity, sparks engagement, and keeps top talent satisfied and inspired. From leadership behaviors to everyday interactions, we’ll unpack how the environment you create directly impacts how your people perform and feel at work.

Hot Topic

BWC Rate Cuts Continue, but Many Employers Still Overpay for Workers’ Comp

Workers’ compensation costs continue to put pressure on Ohio employers, and many employers are unknowingly missing out on significant BWC discounts.

Hot Topic

WorkSpring Move Announcement

We are thrilled to announce that we are moving to a new office in April, returning to downtown Toledo, where we first started 75 years ago.

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