Episode 224: SEIU Organizers Steering Union Campaign Against Starbucks Units

Starbucks is facing a significant union organizing effort in Buffalo, but unlike recent campaigns, this one is not run by a local independent union but by allies of the SEIU itself. Phil Wilson, President & General Counsel of the Labor Relations Institute, joins the pod once again to walk us through what is happening on the ground in Buffalo and why it matters to all employers in the market. And the wine and spirits industry is stepping up to the plate, taking concrete action to address and prevent sexual harassment not only in their industry but other sectors of the hospitality community as well. We are joined by the leaders of that effort, Deborah Brenner, Founder & CEO of Women of the Vine & Spirits and Chris Swonger, the CEO of DISCUS, the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States stop by to discuss their program, how it came about, and more importantly, why it matters going forward. We’ll discuss those issues and wrap it up with the legislative scorecard. ********************************************************************** How can listeners register for upcoming trainings and participate in this effort? REGISTER for upcoming Level 1 and 2 Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Response Trainings here: https://www.womenofthevine.com/cpages/rainn-trainings-1 If you or someone you know has been affected by sexual violence, the National Sexual Assault Hotline provides free, anonymous 24/7 support via phone at 800.656.4673 or chat via the online hotline (https://hotline.rainn.org/online?_ga=2.224902682.1092492588.1611615003-2049378457.1554892940). RAINN’s website (www.rainn.org) also provides information on supporting loved ones who are survivors, helping yourself heal if you’ve been directly affected by sexual violence, and how to be part of creating safer communities. Legal Disclaimer: Women of the Vine and Spirits (WOTVS) and Distilled Spirits Council (DISCUS) are not liable for any damages related to the use of these programs and materials (“Program”). Anyone electing to participate does so on a voluntary basis and agrees to waive any claims against WOTVS/DISCUS related to the Program. Nothing in the Program constitutes legal advice, WOTVS/DISCUS make no warranty as to Program content, and any views or opinions shared during the Program does not necessarily reflect the views of WOTVS/DISCUS or their members.