Jan 23, 2024 · Agrait has carved an extraordinary career path from humble beginnings as an immigrant who arrived in the United States at 3 years old. Barbara Agrait (Photo courtesy Barbara Agrait) Like countless other immigrants, resilience, determination and a strong work ethic marked her family’s journey from Cuba to the United States.

Jan 22, 2025 · Agrait said the decision was made following a “recent review” of the company's operations in the province. The closing sites include one fulfillment center, two sorting centers, three delivery ...

3 days ago · Amazon claims that the closures have nothing to do with the union drive. “This is about offering the best service we can to customers in a way that’s efficient and cost-effective,” spokesperson Barbara Agrait told the Canadian Press. The company will hire outside delivery services. “It’s because of the unionization. They say it’s ...

Nov 27, 2023 · In recent weeks, PRsay has posted Q&As with several thought leaders who spoke at PRSSA’s ICON 2023 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn.. With a career in law enforcement at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Barbara Agrait has navigated crises across the globe. Today, she is the s enior PR manager of global media relations at Amazon.

Aug 2, 2024 · Amazon strongly disagrees with the tribunal’s findings concerning its communications with employees, said Amazon spokeswoman Barbara Agrait, according to a report from The Canadian Press posted on BNN Bloomberg. The employer said it plans to challenge this part of the decision.

Jan 23, 2025 · Amazon will offer affected employees a package including up to 14 weeks’ pay and “transitional benefits such as job placement resources,” Agrait added. Federal Innovation Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne said he had spoken to the head of Amazon Canada and expressed the government’s dismay and frustration.

Aug 1, 2024 · Amazon spokeswoman Barbara Agrait said the company strongly disagrees with the tribunal’s findings concerning its communications with employees, and plans to challenge this part of the decision. However, she said the company is pleased that the tribunal dismissed the claim that Amazon was threatening or intimidating employees in connection ...

Jan 24, 2025 · In an email exchange with Narcity Quebec, Amazon spokesperson Barbara Agrait said the company's decision to adopt a third-party delivery system was not based on unionization but on cost efficiency, stating that the company has collaborated with third-party providers in Quebec for many years and solely relied on them until 2020.

Jan 22, 2025 · Agrait said the decision was made following a “recent review” of the company's operations in the province. The closing sites include one fulfillment center, two sorting centers, three delivery ...

Sep 9, 2024 · They always have,” Amazon spokeswoman Barbara Agrait said in a statement, responding to characterizations of Amazon as anti-union. She added that Amazon doesn’t think unions are the best option for its employees. “We favour opportunities for each person to be respected and valued as an individual, and to have their unique voice heard by ...