SMLR Experts In the News

Forbes runs a column about worker satisfaction in employee-owned companies, citing research by the Institute for the Study of Employee Ownership and Profit Sharing.

The Philadelphia Inquirer writes about the union-busting allegations against a Philly-based steakhouse owner, quoting James M. Cooney.

The Philadelphia Inquirer reports the union representing Whole Foods workers in the city is still negotiating its first contract. Francis Ryan adds historical perspective.

The Conversation publishes an article by Yana Rodgers about former U.S. Treasury Secretary Larry Summers’ ties to Jeffrey Epstein, widening to the issue of gender inequity in economics.

Law360 reports hundreds of workers at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City are seeking to join a union, quoting Rebecca Kolins Givan.

The Highlander writes about the strike by Starbucks Workers United, quoting Todd Vachon of the Labor Education Action Research Network (LEARN).

Fast Company reports on a study led by Rebecca Greenbaum, revealing that social media content can affect our behavior and productivity at work.

The Philadelphia Inquirer reports grad student workers at the University of Pennsylvania have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike. Adrienne Eaton is quoted.

Oregon Journalism Project covers an audit of the state’s labor department, noting that officials consulted with the Workplace Justice Lab@RU to improve their processes.

The Wall Street Journal publishes a letter citing research by Joseph Blasi and Douglas Kruse of the Institute for the Study of Employee Ownership and Profit Sharing.