LRI Consulting Services Drops Data-Rich Q3 2024 Petitions and Elections Review
Ready to get a front-row seat for the latest shake-ups in labor relations?
LRI Consulting Services has just released its Q3 2024 Petitions and Elections Review, packed with the critical insights you need to stay ahead. If you’re navigating the world of labor strategies, union movements, or employer responses, this is your go-to guide for what’s happening across the U.S. workforce.
Here’s the Deal: Key Findings from the Q3 2024 Report
Representation Elections See a 13% Spike
Through Q3, a whopping 1,265 representation (RC) elections were certified, 13% more than this time last year. The kicker? Unions won 79.4% of those elections, organizing 74,457 workers. The real sweet spot for unions? Larger units. Unions absolutely crushed it, winning 90% of RC elections in units with 500+ employees. On the flip side, units with 11 to 25 workers saw the highest volume of elections, racking up 401 certified elections.
Decertification Efforts Cool Off
It’s been a quieter season for decertification efforts. Decertification petitions (RD) are down 13%, and of the 105 elections certified, unions lost 68.6%—which means they had to kiss 2,403 workers goodbye. Small units, especially those with 1 to 10 workers, were the quickest to decertify, with unions losing a whopping 95% of those elections.
Employer-Filed Petitions Explode by 478%
This is where things get wild. Employer-filed petitions (RM) skyrocketed by 478%, with 335 RM petitions submitted. A total of 139 RM elections were certified, and surprisingly, unions won only 62.6% of these battles, organizing 4,957 workers. Regional and State-Level Drama
Top Regions to Watch
Region 19 (Pacific Northwest) dominated in terms of activity, with 133 RC elections certified. However, regarding union success rates, Region 9 (Ohio and surrounding areas) stole the show, with unions winning 92% of elections.
What This Means for You
“This sharp rise in employer-filed petitions, along with the continued strength of unions in larger units, signals a seismic shift in labor relations,” said Phil Wilson, President of LRI Consulting Services. “Our Q3 2024 report is packed with actionable data to help businesses and labor strategists stay ahead of union trends and adjust their approaches accordingly.”
About LRI Consulting Services
LRI Consulting Services is the leading authority on labor relations, offering deep-dive data, insights, and strategies to help businesses navigate the complexities of union organizing and employee relations. Our LRI RightNow platform keeps clients armed with real-time labor data, helping them prepare to respond to the changing labor landscape.
Ready to Dive In?
The Q3 2024 Petitions and Elections Review is now available for $150.00. Want to get your hands on the full report? Click here.
