SMB Matters
SMB Matters is a quick-hit micro-podcast providing top-of-mind commentary from TriNet experts on the latest trends and topics impacting small and medium-size businesses.
Episodes
31 episodes
The Corporate Transparency Act: What You Need to Know
Doug Riegelhuth, Vice President and Chief Compliance Officer at TriNet talks about the Corporate Transparency Act, a federal law that was designed to create a national database of businesses that identifies the human beings behind the com...
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7:17
State R&D Tax Credits: What You Need to Know
Zach Kitzmiller, Tax Credit Manager at TriNet Clarus R+D talks about state R&D tax credits and why there's a good chance your business may be able to take advantage of them.
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6:16
Employee Retirement Income Security Act Marks 50 Years – Then, Now, and What’s Ahead
Melissa Shimizu, Senior Counsel Benefits Compliance and Compensation at TriNet talks about the history and future of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA)...
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7:15
Navigating Workplace Compliance & Regulations following Supreme Court Chevron Reversal
Spring Taylor, Counsel, Employment at TriNet talks about how the recent Supreme Court decision to overturn the 40-year-old Chevron v. Natural Resources Defense Council may impact SMBs.
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7:20
Recognizing Disability Pride Month
Dafni LeFlore, Director Enterprise Risk Management at TriNet discusses Disability Pride Month, which is celebrated worldwide every July to acknowledge the contributions of individuals with disabilities while ending the stigma and bias these...
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7:56
Election Season 2024: Ranked Choice Voting Explained
Annmarie Liermann, Senior Counsel, Employment at TriNet explains what ranked choice voting, or RCV, is and why it is becoming more common, especially at the local level.
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6:13
Election Season 2024: Do Your Research Before You Vote
With voting season in full swing, Tricia Lauer, TriNet Security Manager talks about how you can properly research candidates before voting.
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4:52
Mental Health Support in Your Workplace
For Mental Health Awareness Month, Rachel Sufczynski, Senior Benefits Communications Specialist for TriNet, shines a light on this important topic.
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6:56
Encouraging Employees to Get out and Vote
Jacob McIntosh, Senior Government Relations Analyst at TriNet offers ideas on how you can encourage employees to exercise their right to vote or otherwise participate in the voting process.
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5:01
Why Employee Engagement Is Good for Business
Ira Gottlieb, Divisional Vice President of Communications at TriNet shares some tips on how to communicate with your employees to ensure they’re engaged with your mission and vision, and why it matters.
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7:09
R&D Tax Credits: Do’s and Don’ts
John Burcu, a Tax Credit Manager at TriNet Clarus R+D talks about the importance of backing up your eligibility for a federal research and development tax credit with the right documentation.
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6:02
Navigating Political Discussions in the Workplace
With 2024 being Presidential election year, workplaces may have employees who are politically active or outspoken. Mike Kraft, Managing Counsel, Business Conduct and Ethics at TriNet discusses tools that employers can use to ensure that thi...
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R&D Tax Credits for Any Industry: Find Out if Your Business Qualifies
Essie Baird, Sr. Partner Account Executive for TriNet Clarus R+D talks about industries that you might not think of that could save thousands of dollars annually in taxes by way of the federal research and development tax credit.
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4:04
Celebrating & Supporting Black History
Dafni LeFlore, Director of Enterprise Risk Management at TriNet discusses how businesses can help preserve Black History and can create a more inclusive and thriving entrepreneurial landscape.
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6:24
Three Myths of the R&D Tax Credit
Jordan Peck, CPA and Senior Tax Credit Analyst at TriNet Clarus R+D, discusses the top three myths that might be holding businesses back from claiming federal R&D tax credits.
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4:23
What to Consider for Year Start
Tom Rose, Senior Vice President of Customer Success and Operations at TriNet on the important preparations businesses should take for the start of 2024.
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4:44
Benefits 101: Considerations for Choosing the Right Plan
Wendy Hoskinson, Director of Benefits Communications for TriNet discusses why smart consumerism of healthcare from A to Z can lead to healthier, more engaged workforce.
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5:50
What to Consider for Year End
Tom Rose, Senior Vice President of Customer Success and Operations at TriNet highlights some of the things SMBs should consider as we near the end of 2023, including preparing for accurate payroll taxes and Form W-2s.
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4:52
Understanding the Secure 2.0 Act and Retirement Benefits
Catherine Martini, Lead Compliance Consultant at TriNet shares some significant developments that are affecting the retirement landscape.
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7:24
Understanding the Essentials of Enterprise Risk Management
Jennifer Wendel, Executive Director of Risk Management at TriNet talks about the importance of Enterprise Risk Management, which focuses on identifying, assessing, and managing risks across an organization.
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7:18
Expect the Unexpected: Preparing for a Crisis Before it Happens
TriNet’s Crisis Communications Director Lundyn LaFleur provides key tips to consider to help protect your company's brand, reputation and workforce during a crisis.
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5:58
Ethics Economy: Why Ethics and Culture are Key to Driving Business Success
TriNet’s Chief Compliance Officer Doug Riegelhuth on how businesses with highly advanced ethics and compliance cultures are getting ahead.
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6:31
SMB Matters with Daniel Harris: Recognizing and Celebrating Black-Owned Businesses
Daniel Harris, Director & Senior Counsel of Government Relations at TriNet talks about the distinct needs and value of Black-owned businesses in America.
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