Alper Insights: Cybersecurity

Posted on June 15, 2017 by Alper Services

A few weeks ago we saw how ransomware made companies WannaCry plus numerous attacks and hacks since, we’re likely to see more tears—and dollars— shed. These situations are not going away, and we need to counsel you – and empower you to counsel others who depend upon you – on the risks you face as well as what your current policies do and do not cover.

On Thursday, July 27th Alper will host an Alper Insights seminar on Cybersecurity with Adam Radulovic of XL.net showcasing firsthand how susceptible your accounts are to a cyber breach.

7/27/2017
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
60 W. Superior Street
Chicago, IL 60654

Seating is limited so please RSVP to Beth Rooke at BRooke@AlperServices.com

Is Your Workplace A Target?

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Alper Services

The U. S. Department of Justice reported over 1 million non-fatal workplace violence incidents in 2014. You may be thinking to yourself, “That would never happen in my company…” How do you know that? Could ANY of these 1 million violent episodes have been avoided?

Alper Insights is bringing together three renowned experts who have had to answer this question. Please join us at this roundtable event to learn from our esteemed panel the warning signs to help proactively predict, prevent and develop the best responses to Workplace Violence.

4/20/2017
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Northbrook Sheraton
1110 Willow Road
Northbrook, IL 60062

This is not your typical seminar. In addition to the educational portion of the morning, you will have the opportunity to engage with guests for the purpose of developing mutually beneficial business relationships. Come prepared to network and build your business!

Seating is limited to please RSVP to Beth Rooke by April 13th, BRooke@AlperServices.com.

What To Expect From OSHA In 2017

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Alper Services

With a handful of new OSHA laws in place and a new Administration coming in…what should we expect from OSHA?

Please join Alper for a webinar presented by Roger Paveza of Vista Safety Consulting, discussing:
– An overview of OSHA Recordkeeping
– OSHA’s new Electronic Reporting Requirements
– OSHA’s new Anti-Retaliation Provisions
– OSHA’s new Walking-Working Surfaces

2/19/2017
10:00 – 11:00am

To sign up for this complimentary webinar, please follow this link. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

Alper Spreads Holiday Cheer

Posted on November 22, 2016November 23, 2016 by Alper Services

For the eighth year we’re kicking off the holiday season with Chubb and Weinstein Meats to pack 50 Thanksgiving meals for deserving families through New Star and Lawrence Hall non-profits. Our Thanksgiving boxes consisted of turkeys from Weinstein and favorite sides supplied by Chubb.

We’re spreading the holiday love by partnering again with Weinstein to help them play Santa to the Austin neighborhood through their annual toy drive. Our donation will put smiles on the faces of 300 children at Leland Elementary School.

ERISA 101 Webinar

Posted on October 3, 2016 by Alper Services

The Alper Employee Benefits Division, in partnership with Employee Benefits Corporation, is pleased to provide an “ERISA 101” webinar for ERISA employers. The topic is timely since increased ERISA fines and penalties were announced in July 2016, and governmental compliance audits are increasing.

10/12/2016
2:00 – 3:00 pm

This hour-long webinar will discuss the need for proper employer documents to safeguard your organization. To register, please click on this link.

Celebrating 50 Years Strong

Posted on September 22, 2016 by Alper Services

On Thursday, September 15, 2016, the Alper Team was joined by friends, family and Clients at the Woman’s Athletic Club of Chicago to celebrate a half century of success in business. We are proud of this milestone, thank our Clients who have helped get us here and look forward to another 5o years of continued success and growth.

September Seminar: The Captive Concept

Posted on July 25, 2016 by Alper Services

Captives are an effective insurance alternative for certain companies, but how much do you understand about their structure and goals?

We have partnered with Zebra Technologies Corp on a seminar that will explain this alternative risk financing. Please join us on:

9/22/2016
8:30 – 11:30 am
3 Overlook Point
Lincolnshire, IL 60069

Seating is limited so please RSVP to Beth Rooke by September 8th, BRooke@AlperServices.com

How Safe Is Your Data?

Posted on June 15, 2016July 14, 2016 by Alper Services

No matter if you’re one of the nation’s largest retailers or the smallest mom-and-pop operation, data is the lifeblood of your business. You have safeguards in place for your money, but what about your data?

On Tuesday, JULY 12th, we are hosting a Cybersecurity Seminar designed to show you how vulnerable your organization is—and what you can do about it.

Among our speakers:

A member of the Federal Bureau of Investigations (yes, the FBI) to talk about how prevalent cybercrimes are taking place across Chicago and the nation
A national practice leader of a national law firm highlighting regulations that business owners need to know
A data analytics CEO who will share how to structure your data properly

This is a meeting you cannot afford to miss. Please RSVP to Beth Sadowski at BSadowski@AlperServices.com
to attend.

OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training

Posted on April 27, 2016 by Alper Services

Safety Consultant and President of Vista Safety Consulting, Roger Paveza, is hosting an OSHA 10-Hour Construction Training seminar on May 10th and 12th. The course will provide employees with a general understanding of how to recognize and prevent potential hazards that may occur on a construction site, and will cover such topics as, but not limited to:

Introduction to OSHA
Fall protection
Electrical safety
Personal protective equipment
Hazard communication
Scaffolding

After completing the course, students will receive an OSHA (Department of Labor) 10-hour construction card. The course will be taught by authorized OSHA outreach instructors from Vista Safety Consulting, LLC.

5/10 + 5/12/ 2016
8 am – 2 pm
2200 E. Devon Avenue, Suite 244
Des Plaines, IL 60018
Rate: $115

To register, please call Roger Paveza at 847-951-7544 or Roger@vistasafetyconsulting.com

The Captive Concept: Owning Your Own Insurance Company

Posted on March 18, 2016March 18, 2016 by Alper Services

Captives are an effective insurance alternative for certain companies, but how much do you understand about their structure and goals?

We have partnered with Rollprint Packaging Products on a seminar that will explain this alternative risk financing. Please join us on:

4/22/2016
9:00 – 11:30 am
320 S. Stewart Street
Addison, IL 60101

Please RSVP to Beth Sadowski by April 14th, bsadowski@AlperServices.com