Recent Press

October 17, 2011

Local business women won national pitch contest.

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October 10, 2011

Congrats to Denise Hackendahl for her recent promotion.

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September 28, 2011

Local Business Woman Named Among Pitch Winners in the Make Mine a Million $ Business™ National Event

Heather McCloskey of McCloskey Partners, LLC in Perkasie, PA received $1000 prize for winning business pitch in national competition. Currently competing for a spot in renowned business growth program to help catapult her business revenue to a $1million.

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September 11, 2011

Meet the HR Professional, article published in the Daily Intelligencer and Bucks County Courier Times.

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August 5, 2011

Heather McCloskey - Recognized by Philadelphia Business Journal People On the Move

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July 22, 2011

McCloskey Partners, LLC recognized by Philadelphia Business Journal as one of the Philadelphia region’s top Women Owned Businesses.

July 20 2011

McCloskey Partners recognized in Philadelphia Business Journal for top Women Owned Business for July 2011. Recognized in journal was Heather McCloskey.

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July 8, 2011

Sisters U brings women together to impact community

The speakers discuss ways that women can nurture a positive self-image, both inside and out. Megan Kristel, president of Kristel Closets, encouraged women to give themselves permission to cultivate their physical beauty, while Steve Brown of Looking Glass Photography and Heather McCloskey of McCloskey Partners, LLC coached members on ways to reject negative thoughts and self-sabotaging behavior.

Sisters U members have already started acting on that longing, supporting a number of local nonprofit organizations and charitable causes since February.

“I think I cried on the way home, it was that powerful,” said Sisters U administrator and Perkasie resident Stef McKeever. “You don’t realize the things you take for granted.”

The members bartended at Creekside Inn in Chalfont to raise over $1,000 for Keystone Opportunity Center and A Woman’s Place. They have run a number of 5K races together to support various causes, including the Germantown Friends School and Spirit of Hope International Ministries.

Sisters U seeks to connect women with the education and resources necessary to make the most of their passions and gifts.

June 14, 2011

Heather McCloskey is the owner of McCloskey Partners, LLC a full service human resource firm and co-founder (Founder, Karen Chellew) of Sisters U, a Perkasie PA based women’s network group. Empowering women has long been an important theme in Heather McCloskey’s career.

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June 1, 2011

Perkasie, Pa. – McCloskey Partners, LLC and Sisters U, a network group for women, hosted a Volunteer event at The Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia, PA.

June 1, 2011 Prudential Insurance Company made funds available to Sisters U allowing its members the opportunity to make dinner for the families staying at The Ronald McDonald House. The Ronald McDonald House provides housing to families of critically ill children during their course of treatment at local area hospitals.

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April 28, 2011

WHYY Executive: "Take A Chance"
Womens Business Forum Presents Annual Expo
Bucks County Herald, April 28, 2011
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February 24, 2011

Perkasie, Pa. – Sisters U, a network group for women, hosted a Kickoff Event held on February 24 to celebrate their arrival to the Community.

Sisters U started as just a dream to Founder and CEO, Karen Chellew, back in 2009 and now less than two years later that dream became reality with the help of COO and Co-founder, Heather McCloskey (CEO of McCloskey Partners, LLC a full service HR Firm in Perkasie, PA).

The mission of Sisters U is to provide resources, education, inspiration and motivation to all women, allowing them to identify what it is that makes them authentic and then to support them in cultivating their identity.

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February 8, 2011

Heather McCloskey's Interview

Best Practices in HR for Small to Medium Sized Employers

West Chester Radio Chamber Chatter

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January 6, 2011

Local Human Resource Firm is on the Move Again
Human Resource Solution Provider Opens New Office in Perkasie, Bucks County

Perkasie, Pa. – McCloskey Partners, LLC, a certified Woman Owned Business Enterprise and provider of human resource services to small- and medium-sized businesses, has relocated to a new, larger location at 623 West Market Street in Perkasie.

Formerly a virtual agency, McCloskey Partners came together under one roof at an office on 7th Street last spring in response to increased client need for services. The more recent move is to accommodate continued growth and the expansion of service offerings.

“In addition to providing us with more room for additional staff, our new office is spacious enough for us to host in-house trainings and seminars,” says company CEO Heather McCloskey. “We’re so excited to find a facility that meets our needs right here in the heart of downtown Perkasie.”

McCloskey Partners provides a wide range of services to small- and medium-sized businesses, including human resource audits, training and development, employee handbooks and talent management. The company often is able to resolve HR issues before they are elevated to the more costly and time-consuming legal level.

For more information about McCloskey Partners, LLC, visit www.mccloskeypartners.com or contact us at 215-453-1978 or info@mccloskeypartners.com.

About McCloskey Partners: The McCloskey Partners, LLC Team is comprised of certified human resource professionals with diverse backgrounds and whose experience spans different industries and states. All McCloskey Partners, LLC consultants have previous experience working in key human resource decision-making leadership roles. This allows the McCloskey Partners, LLC team to bring real-life business experiences and perspective to each project.

About Heather McCloskey: Ms. McCloskey’s career in human resources management includes experience in diverse industries such as health care, pharmaceuticals, legal, manufacturing, ministry, automotive, transportation, logistics and investing. Her main areas of focus are conducting HR Audits, Developing and Implementing Policies and Procedures, Employee Relations, Designing and Analyzing Fringe Benefit Programs, Recruiting, Performance and Compensation Management, Management and Employee Coaching/Mentoring, Training and Development. Ms. McCloskey has been active in human resources for more than 20 years and is a sought after motivational speaker, community advocate and recent recipient of the Eastern Pennsylvania Business Journal “2010 Executive Spotlight Award.” She graduated from Temple University and is a member in the Society for Human Resources Management.

October 5, 2010

McCloskey Partners’ Founder Honored as “2010 Executive Spotlight Award” Winner

PERKASIE, PA. – October 5, 2010 – Heather McCloskey, founder and Chief Executive Officer of McCloskey Partners, LLC, a full-service Human Resources firm and certified Woman Business Enterprise in Bucks County, Pa, will be honored by the Eastern Pennsylvania Business Journal as a recipient of its 2010 Executive Spotlight Award. McCloskey is being recognized for “personifying business excellence and community service,” according to the publication. Winners were selected by a panel according to the nominee’s uniqueness, ability to give back to the community, efforts towards self-improvement and ability to inspire others.

“I am so honored to receive this award,” says McCloskey. “I feel extremely fortunate that I get to wake up every day and do something I love to do. To be recognized for my work and community service is truly a privilege.”

McCloskey is a sought-after and engaging speaker who freely dedicates her time to helping women who are transitioning to the workforce. She helps them learn the skills needed to secure a job and to identify what sets them apart from the competition so that they are equipped to succeed. She also volunteers her time to assist women in crisis.

“I feel passionate about teaching women to find the confidence to make positive changes in their lives and to fulfill their dreams,” she says.

McCloskey Partners, LLC provides a full range of human resource services to small- and medium-sized business in 11 states. McCloskey Partners’ mission is to partner with its corporate clients to assist them with making major employment-related decisions that are cost effective and that minimize liability risks. McCloskey Partners, LLC associates bring passion, industry expertise and a commitment to excellence to every professional situation.

McCloskey will be among 10 award winners highlighted during the EPBJ’s Executive Spotlight Awards Ceremony at the conclusion of EXPO 2010 on October 6 at the Allentown Fairgrounds Agri-Plex.

July 26, 2010

Heather McCloskey, a graduate of Temple University, is the President and Founder of McCloskey Partners, a full-service Human Resource Firm located in Perkasie, Pa. Ms. McCloskey, who has over 20 years of human resources experience working in such industries as transportation, logistics, health care, pharmaceuticals, investing, automotive, legal and manufacturing, built a 20-person regional consulting firm. She is also a recognized subject matter expert for NBC10’s “Survive and Thrive” series. Heather talks about building her company. CLICK HERE

May, 2010

Network Now recognized McCloskey Partners in May 2010 Entrepreneur Newsletter. CLICK HERE

May 5, 2010

McCloskey Partners participated in community photo project. Check us out. CLICK HERE

May 3, 2010

MSNBC.com Career Columnist

Many of you are probably thinking about, or are starting to plan, a summer vacation. But, did you know there are lots of workers out there who have no vacation time at all?

Yep, vacation is not required in this country. Neither is holiday time off with pay.

Apr 15, 2010

Once a virtual agency, Human Resource Solution Provider Now Based in Perkasie, Bucks County

McCloskey Partners, a woman-owned and operated provider of human resource services for small businesses, will host an Open House on Thursday, April 29 to celebrate the opening of their new Perkasie office at 4 N. 7th Street.

March 5, 2010

Helping your resume stand out from the crowd

Network Now Event

Picture of McCloskey Partners, LLC Team at event

October 19, 2009:

Kane Partners Chooses McCloskey Partners as Human Resource Expert Source for NBC 10 Event

Silverdale, Pennsylvania – Heather McCloskey of McCloskey Partners (www.mccloskeypartners.com) is an expert source of human resource information as heralded by Kane Partners to support their presentation for "Rev Up Your Resume" with Tracy Davidson of NBC’s local 10 station. Heather assisted Kane Partners at the “Rev Up Your Resume” with Tracy Davidson event on October 8 regarding job coaching candidates and providing insight on how to orchestrate their resumes. McCloskey has been invited back again to aid Kane Partners with an Encore “Rev Up Your Resume” with Tracy Davidson NBC10 event on November 12.

As the rate of employment and America’s recession remain intriguing topics with viewers, Kane Partners seeks to provide timely and appropriate content. Due to knowledge within the field of human resources and experience, Heather McCloskey, president of McCloskey Partners, was approached by Kane Partners to serve as a subject matter expert. "In preparing for the “Rev Up Your Resume” presentation for NBC10 viewers we were looking for the best subject matter experts to answer resume questions in a one-on-one setting. I was very happy to hear that Heather McCloskey of McCloskey Partners and her team were available without hesitation to help our efforts in educating job seekers on the best way to “Rev Up Your Resume.” We were so impressed with McCloskey Partners involvement that we invited them back for our November 12 event” stated Kristin Kane of Kane Partners.

Heather attended the early-October event with another colleague from McCloskey Partners, Denise Hackendahl. “Denise serves McCloskey Partners as the lead human resources consultant,” adds McCloskey. “Our team of subject matter experts addressed topics of career coaching, resume writing, and personal branding in order to help job seekers attain positions at all desired levels. Through our personalized, one-on-one sessions, job seekers increased their ability to become prime candidates and climb to the top echelon of nominees, separating them from the larger mass of others seeking the same position.”

The human resource insight of McCloskey Partners as supplied by McCloskey and Hackendahl is to take shape on the Encore “Rev Up Your Resume” with Tracy Davidson edition scheduled for November 12, 2009.

The McCloskey Partners Team is comprised of human resource professionals that have very diverse backgrounds and whose experience spans across many different industries and states. Our mission is to partner with our clients and assist them in making major employment related decisions as well as to provide options and recommendations that are cost effective and that minimize liability risks.

October 18, 2009:
The Philadelphia Small Business Examiner asked: What advice could you provide a small business in regards to hiring an in-house Human Resources representative vs. outsourcing to an outside service provider?

McCloskey Partners LLC: We are asked this question often. When determining the need to bring someone in house or outsource HR- the first place for a Company to do their due diligence process is to determine if their needs are full time or part time. Often times we find that companies will hire someone full time and be forced to pay a full time salary plus offer full time benefits when their need is really part time. Going with an outsourcing relationship allows an employer to only pay for services when they are used.

October 15, 2009:
What's your definition of a Bucks County Woman? Our featured Bucks County Woman is Heather McCloskey.

October 12, 2009:
Kane Partners Chooses McCloskey Partners LLC as Human Resource Expert Source in their “Rev Up Your Resume” with Tracy Davidson of NBC10 Event on October 8th

The Best Backup Benefits for Small Employers

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If you can't afford to offer major employee benefits, don't fret. Consider these alternative ideas in order to attract top talent without breaking your small-business budget. In weak and strong economies alike, employees feel lucky to have jobs. Equally lucky, however, are their employers, who must be more aggressive than ever in order to attract top talent. Indeed, modern-day workers don't just favor benefits like health care, dental care, 401(k) plans, paid vacation and sick leave; they expect them.

The Importance of Brand Equity During a Recession'

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Heather McCloskey, president and founder of McCloskey Partners LLC, a full-service human-resources firm located in Perkasie, Pa., sees employee recognition programs as a vital piece to a company’s overall management strategy. “Recognition programs of any kind are a great.

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Facilitate corporate giving: Speak to mid-level managers and find out what they think will motivate their staff.

What's Your Due When You Lose a Job?

After the initial shock of losing a job wears off, some people get angry and assume their former employer is trying to screw them out of what they're entitled to, such as severance pay or vacation days. Indeed, some of you may be due money that an employer is reluctant to pony up, but in many cases, you may be fighting a losing battle. I've been flooded lately with e-mails from readers wondering if their former managers are trying to pull a fast one, and in many cases, it seems as if the employer is following the letter of the law, if not necessarily the law of civility. I include some reader e-mails below and advice from experts, but the bottom line is: Figure out quickly whether you're really entitled to what you seek and then move on with your life.

Your Career: Get severance, and move on

I’ve been flooded lately with e-mails from readers wondering if their former managers are trying to pull a fast one, and in many cases, it seems as if the employer is following the letter of the law, if not necessarily the law of civility. I include some reader e-mails below and advice from experts, but the bottom line is: Figure out quickly whether you’re really entitled to what you seek and then move on with your life. “You need to move on to your next role, whether it is another job or a successful life outside of the work force,” says RHR International management psychologist Gail Golden. “That takes energy and focus, both of which are diminished if you are busy being angry.”

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October 2008

THERE IS NO soon-to-be-dropped crystal ball hanging in Times Square. Washington is not setting up for a gigantic fireworks display (Congress not included), and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Q. Public aren’t ardently making New Year’s resolutions, but none of that means businesses and organizations aren’t getting ready for the new year—a time when corporate gifts and award programs usually reach a triumphant end or enlightened launch. Yes, distributors, it’s time to start thinking about the season of giving.

Article:
Communicating Benefit Changes in Challenging Economic Times

published on the Society For Human Resource Website. 12/2008

Making changes to employee benefit programs unsettles employees even in the best of times. By almost any measure, these are not the best of times. Although it remains to be seen if the economic downturn that began in 2008 will prove to be the worst of times, economic pressures are forcing a growing number of companies to modify their benefit packages.