Measurable Benefits
A variety of products and services are available to members of the Georgia Employers’ Association either free of charge or at a discounted rate. Areas of service include consulting, legal counsel, human resources products and information, and training resources. The following table contains a synopsis of some of the specific benefits that are available to GEA members.
| Membership Benefit | Member Rate | Non-Member Rate | Average Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR Hotline Phone Consultation | Free | Not Available to Non-Members | $75 - $300 per hour |
| Legal Handbook Review – for new and renewing Member Companies | 33% Discount | $1500 - $3000 (depending on size of handbook) | $2000 - $5000 |
| HR Phone Consultation – for challenges related to: Performance Appraisal, HR Strategy, Staffing, Compensation, Employee Development, Turnover, Employee Relations, Coaching, etc | Free | Not Available to Non-Members | $75 - $300 per hour |
| Labor Relations Phone Consultation – How to stay union-free in both pro-active and reactive situations | Free | Not Available to Non-Members | $75 - $300 per hour |
| Executive and Professional Recruiting | Discount based on type of Search | Average Market Rate | 30% (plus) of first year annual salary |
| Employee Engagement Study | $17/employee for GEA members | Average Market Rate | $50 (plus) per employee |
| Webinar Training – your choice of a variety of topics | Free | Not Available to Non-Members | $75 - $300 per hour |
| GEA Jobs Board – Post your open positions on GEA's website. | Free | Not Available to Non-Members | Market Rate |
| Legal Updates –webinars on pressing issues and pertinent topics | Free | $50 - $150 | $50 - $300 |
| Newsletters – regular email updates from GEA on a wide range of topics | Free | Free | $50 - $300 |
| Georgia Wage and Salary Survey | Free for participants | $150 | $200 |
| Sample Employee Handbook – and additional policy manuals available online | Free | Not Available to Non-Members | $100 |
| Guide to Curbing FMLA Abuse | Free | Not Available to Non-Members | $75 |
List of Additional Resources
Association Members are afforded access to a wealth of expertise and hands-on assistance from our team of consultants and our business partners. Here is a list of some of the additional resources and services available through Georgia Employers’ Association.
| Resource/Service | Description |
|---|---|
| On Site University | Instructors deliver professional training at your location according to your identified needs |
| Networking Opportunities | Share HR and other best practices with other GEA members. Receive valuable information on compensation, turnover, benefits and other questions. |
| HR Compliance Audit | Provides a detailed look into potential areas of non-compliance. Review and overview by Constangy, Brooks, Smith and Prophete, LLP, assures attorney/client privilege. |
| Handbook and Program Development - assistance in development of handbooks, EEOC position statements, affirmative action programs. | Constangy, Brooks, Smith, and Prophete, LLP, a nationally known employment and labor law firm, provides reduced rate and discounted services to GEA member companies. |
| Employee and Executive Benefits | Brett Virgin, CFP, Pinnacle Executive Benefits, provides help with employee and executive benefits including supplemental life, disability and long-term care insurance plans for higher paid employees and owners. Key Person, Buy Sell Funding, and NQ Deferred Comp. Guaranteed issue policies and discounted rates are available. |
| Management Consulting and Executive Recruiting – organizational development, customer loyalty enhancement, strategic planning, HR metrics, and more. | GEA consultants and partners have years of experience assisting organizations to attain, manage and sustain profitable growth. |
| Management Coaching and Career Development – career transition, compensation strategy development, team skill development and more. | GEA consultants specialize in human resource issues, management effectiveness, and problem solving. |
| Policy and Procedure Development – job design, benefits, compensation, payroll and more. | GEA Consultants Pete Tosh and Keiko Humphries provide these services. |
| Personalized Benefits Services | Peachtree Benefit Group is a full-service employee benefits advisor and broker, serving plan sponsors and their employees. |
| Environmental and Safety Services | HBNext covers the entire spectrum of safety and environmental issues. |
| Background Investigations | Atlanta-based Norred & Associates provides fast and accurate background checks, including criminal and motor vehicle history and other background investigations as warranted. |
| Workers Compensation Insurance | Waites and Foshee provides Workers' Comp insurance products for GEA member companies. |
| Secure Health Plans Employee Assistance Program | For a set fee, licensed professional counselors provide individual, family, and couple's counseling to employees and their dependents. |
| Georgia and Federal Tax Credits | This GEA program can help you find tax credits available to Georgia companies. |
