Workforce
Poor Hiring Practices Can Lead to Contractor Failure
Contractor failure to maintain high hiring standards—regardless of the economy’s state—can result in liabilities, cost and headaches that could have been avoided.
By Remmie Butchko
September 18, 2019
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by Remmie Butchko
Remmie Butchko has served as Georgetown Insurance Service's’ CEO since June of 2000. He began his insurance career in 1991 with Hartford Insurance Company’s Cluster Training program, following graduation from the Pennsylvania State University. He has been a Certified Insurance Counselor since 1995. In addition to oversight of the agency’s operations, he currently maintains account management responsibilities for approximately 150 local businesses.
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