Celebrating 19 Years in 2019
As 2019 gets under way, we at FELTG are celebrating the start of our 19th year in existence. That’s right, way back in 2001, the idea for this little training company was hatched on the back of a cocktail napkin. Nearly two decades later, we are gearing up for our best year yet – if the government ever fully reopens, that is. That first year, the only training program we taught was a two-day version hitting the tops of MSPB, EEOC, and FLRA law. Today, we have weeklong programs on each of those topics multiple times a year, plus classes on investigations, legal writing, litigation, negotiation, supervisor skills, behavioral health issues, and more.
We know this year has gotten off to a bumpy start. EEOC and FLRA decisions are not being issued because of the shutdown, nor are MSPB initial decisions – not to mention the lack of a quorum at the Board. A number of you are furloughed, or are being required to work without pay. It can be hard to stay positive in such challenging times. Here’s to hoping it all turns around soon and we can fully celebrate 2019 together.
Take care,
Deb
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