ENDORSEMENTS 

 

 

“Brian is an experienced labor relation’s negotiator with a history of negotiating successful agreements. He performs well in high pressure and stressful situations. He is a learner, which leads to his ability to anticipate future trends with a broad perspective. Brian has the ability to foster and build trusting relationships at the bargaining table to achieve win-win outcomes (September 1, 2015).

 

Mark Foley, Senior Vice President Human Resources & Labor Relations at Raley’s

 

 

"Brian McArthur was employed as Director of Employee relations for the County of Riverside from March 2010 through September 2012. Brian accepted this position at a time when the County faced extremely difficult negotiations with six of its seven bargaining units. These negotiations had as a major objective the accomplishment of pension reform, after having completed two full years of imposed contracts, furloughs, salary reductions and layoffs. 

 

Brian demonstrated a deep knowledge of general labor relations, and we successfully concluded each negotiation with long-term agreement (3 to 4 years) and significant immediate savings through pension reform agreements. 

 

Unfortunately, due to continuing budget challenges, it was determined this year that the long-term contracts that were in place made Brian's position one that could be eliminated, and he was released from employment in September. If you have need for a strong labor negotiator, I recommend Brian McArthur for your consideration." (October 1, 2013).

 

Barbara Olivier, Human Resource Director, County of Riverside

 

 

 

“I had the pleasure of sitting across the table from Brian during contract negotiations for our Law Enforcement Unit MOU. I found Brian to be a straightforward and honest negotiator who is very respectful of others. He is a relationship builder and does not engage in divisive tactics.” (December 10, 2013)

 

Darryl Drott, Executive Director at Riverside Sheriffs’ Association

 

 

 

“I’ve known Brian for almost three years and met him at the County of Riverside where he was the Director of Employee Relations. Brian is one of the most passionate union negotiators and employee relations educators I have worked with. Brian’s dedication to labor negotiations and desire to secure the best contracts for the County and its workforce is admirable.” (October 11, 2012)

 

Claudia Montoya, Employee Engagement, Orange Coast College

        

                  

 

“Brian is highly ethical and sensitive to human emotions, exactly what is needed in an employee relations professional. He skillfully balances the needs of the organization with those of the employees.” (October 5, 2012).  

                 

Roger Uminski, Director of Health Administration at Inland Empire Health Plan

 

 

 

“I have known Brian for a very long time. He has always shown a great passion and knowledge for labour relations. You could say that it is in his blood. I highly recommend Brian as someone who will get the job done.” (October 9, 2012)

 

John Stout, Owner of Stout Dispute Resolution (Canada)

 

                

 

“Brian is a skilled, passionate and persuasive labor negotiator. I was on opposite sides of the negotiating table with Brian during two very complex and tough labor negotiations in Canada. Brian zealously represented his stakeholders' positions, but also was able to think outside the box and look for big picture "win/wins" that enabled us to reach agreements that benefited both sides.” (October 9, 2012)

 

Mark Kruger, Labor and Employment Law Counsel at Ardent Mills

 

                 

 

”Over the course of my career I have had the opportunity to work with Brian from across the bargaining table in roughly 30 rounds of collective bargaining. Brian has demonstrated ability to take on difficult issues head and to work towards creative and practical solutions. Brian is a respected adversary and a very knowledgeable and competent Labour Relations practitioner.” (October 9, 2012)

 

Steven Mendelssohn, Partner, Watershed LLP (Canada)

 

                       

 

“Brian is the most articulate and detail orientated labour relations professional I've had the pleasure of working with.” (October 10, 2012).

 

Paul Chidley, Divisional Vice President of Operations, Katz Group (Canada)