Wal-Mart boss's unlikely role: Corporate defender-in-chief

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Chief Executive Officer Lee Scott, Wal-Mart Stores Inc. of the United States has been in talks with leading Democratic detractors. The public relations campaign of Wal-Mart Stores Inc., one of the world's largest retailers is in response to criticism for its labor practices.

All Other Specialty Food Stores, Variety stores, Discount Stores, Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Biography, Company Profile, Personality profile, Scott, Lee

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Diamond grader tries polishing its image

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Ralph Destino Chief Executive Officer of the Gemological Institute of America is busy with public relations in the face of a scandal. Last year four employees were fired for vioating ethics and accepting bribes for diamond grading.

Product standards, safety, & recalls, Gem Diamonds, All Other Nonmetallic Mineral Mining, Miscellaneous nonmetallic minerals, Jewelers' materials & lapidary work, Standards, Diamond industry, Gemological Institute of America

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As background checks proliferate, ex-cons face a lock on jobs

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It is becoming increasingly difficult for ex-convicts to find employment. This is, in part, because the use of criminal background checks is becoming more common among businesses.

Labor force information, Applicant Selection, Social aspects, Employment, Employee selection, Ex-convicts, Hiring

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