In this episode, George interviews Lauren Fremont from Winegrowers of Dry Creek Valley (WDCV). They discuss how her previous roles at the Boston Ballet and owner of a wedding planning company, have set her up for success as the Executive Director of WDCD. She notes that her background of listening,...

In addition to industry specific wage increases coming next month, several cities and counties in California are also increasing local minimum wages. Increased wages apply only to hours worked on and after July 1, 2024. These Local Wage Increases are Effective July 1, 2024 Alameda, CA: $17.00/hour;...

Effective July 1, 2022, these localities in California will increase their minimum wage to these rates above the state minimum wage: Alameda minimum wage: $15.75/hour Berkeley minimum wage: $16.99/hour Emeryville minimum wage: $17.68/hour Foster City minimum wage: $15.75/hour Fremont minimum wage:...

1. Minimum Wage Increases Just a reminder that on July 1, 2020, minimum wage increases take effect in 13 California cities. Employers must comply with the highest applicable minimum wage rate in the location where employees are working. It is critical for employers to stay compliant with minimum...