AM I NEXT? NO LOVE AT PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL

Miami, Florida-based Perry Ellis International, an omni-channel designer, distributor and licensor of a broad line of high quality men's and women's apparel, accessories and fragrances, has announced that it will be closing its Tampa, Florida distribution center on Juky 1, 2021. The closure will impact 114 employees, including various manaegment, IT, warehouse workers, and support personnel. A co-located retail store would remain open.

While no reason for the closure was given, it is assumed that the decision was driven by economic conditions and the fall-off of men's and women's business apparel.

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. Just because something bad hasn't happened yet, doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. Are you now wondering, Am I Next?

AM INEXT? NO LOVE AT TTEC (12/18/24)

DECEMBER 18, 2024 — 650 EMPLOYEES IN AUSTIN, TEXAS

The company will lay off 650 employees in its two Austin, Texas, offices by February 2025 as the Texas Department of Transportation transfers Texas toll tag operations to the Harris County Toll Road Authority.

According to a company spokesperson, "At TTEC, the well-being of our employees is always our top priority, and we understand the impact that workforce changes can have on individuals and their families. TxDOT's recent decision to transition its tolling operations to another service provider triggered the need for this reduction in force announcement. While providing the notice to employees, we are also working diligently to find other employment opportunities for impacted employees within the company and with TxDOT’s new tolling partner, where possible. We value our employees’ contributions and are committed to offering support during this time."

APRIL 29, 2021 — Original post…

Englewood, Colorado-based TTEC Services Corporation, an outsourcing company that provides call centers, customer contact technology, and services, has announced that it will lay off 252 employees after a client has transitioned customer contact services in-house.

According to a company statement, "TTEC Services Corporation will begin permanently ceasing its work-from-home operations with one of its clients. This plant closing will affect 252 employees, the majority of whom are hourly customer service agents. The affected employees work from home throughout the United States and report to the Global Head of Engage Operations in Englewood, Colorado."

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. Just because something bad hasn't happened yet, doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. Are you now wondering, Am I Next?

AM I NEXT? A CASUAL ENCOUNTER COSTS THE CEO HIS JOB

APRIL 27, 2021 — A CASUAL COMMENT CAUGHT ON VIDEO AND A CEO LOSES HIS JOB WITHOUT REGARD TO HIS VALUE TO THE COMPANY.

Nothing matters. Not the CEO’s education, experience, ability, skillset, previous performance, or future value to the company. The company caves.

Nashville, Tennesee-based Visuwell, an innovator in telemedicine delivering enterprise-ready telemedicine platform and solutions to 300+ hospitals, has announced that the company has terminated their CEO, Sam Johnson, for an imprudent remark on social media.

It appears that someone captured a video, now gone viral, of Johnson appearing to argue with gay high school senior, Dalton Stevens, over his choice to wear a red prom gown in an outdoor area of the Harpeth Hotel located in Franklin, Tennessee.

Succumbing to mob pressure on social media platforms, the company issued this statement...

"We unequivocally condemn the behavior exhibited by Sam Johnson in a recent video widely circulated on social media. After investigating the matter and speaking to individuals involved, the VisuWell Board of Directors has chosen to terminate Mr. Johnson from his position as CEO, effective immediately. Gerry Andrady, our President and COO, will lead the company through this important time.

VisuWell’s culture emphasizes respect, kindness, and compassion, especially for those from traditionally marginalized communities, and we maintain a zero-tolerance policy for intolerance of any kind. Mr. Johnson’s actions contradicted the high standards we set for ourselves in promoting the health of those who use our platform.

We share the concerns that so many have expressed on this matter and look forward to announcing concrete steps we are taking in support of the LGBTQ community in particular over the coming weeks."

"In response to those asking for additional clarity on Sam Johnson’s termination as CEO, we can confirm that Mr. Johnson is no longer employed by VisuWell in any capacity. He no longer has a position on the Board of Directors or any informal advisory role. His behavior was not representative of our values, which include respect and compassion for all."

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. Just because something bad hasn't happened yet, doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. Are you now wondering, Am I Next?