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Gartner had mass layoffs across their Talent Acquisition org today

A Message from Andy Obert: SVP Talent Acquisition

Team,

As you know well, the macroeconomic environment remains volatile and complex. As a result, we’ve reduced hiring across the company in line with our current revenue and our near-term growth aspirations.

Recruiting top talent remains a critical capability for long-term growth; however, we must take decisive action to realign Talent Acquisition’s capacity with Gartner’s current hiring plans.

As a result, we have made the decision to eliminate some roles in TA. Impacted associates will be notified today, 30 September.

I will be in touch later today once this process has been completed.

Today will be challenging for all of us. Thank you for being considerate and supportive of each other.

Andy


Meet the new boss, same as the old

New head ceo and regional vice presidents since the last wave all got kicked to the curb at the same time. Naturally, they want to make an impact on the bottom line quickly, so they are going the basic mba bro route, by announcing that 10% of the company will be laid off in the coming months. Merry Xmas everybody! Remember… they’re not taking this lightly and it’s a tough decision, but what is a poor CEO to do?


Like Rich like John

Didn’t Whelan say in the last forum that he and Rich are friends outside of work. Well Rich was named the Canadian business man of the year by some bullsh-t organization, after he massacred 3k jobs at Suncor.

This is just another Rich inspired move. This guy is just a little puppet to DW and Kruger.


Canada’s future is not for sale. Write to your representatives. Speak out. Stand up. Fight back against betrayal. Silence is surrender.

Betrayal at Home Imperial Oil Offshores Canadian Jobs After Exploiting Resources
After decades of degrading Canada’s environment, draining communities, and profiting from our natural resources, Imperial Oil,under the control of its U.S. parent giant, is shipping 20% jobs to India


US oil giant offshores 900 well paying Canadian Jobs

Should be the title of the press release.

Most of the analysis and decisions were led by ExxonMobil employees in Houston and elsewhere in the world. Imperial despite being an independent publicly traded company was puppeteered by its American masters.

This should be headline news everywhere in Canada tonight. But instead, given it doesn’t affect Ontario or Quebec it will be swept under the rug.

What happened to elbows up?


This isn’t all. Consider this

Imperial just spent a ton of money on relocations, moving planners, operations leads, managers, etc to Calgary. They even moved the mine dispatch and control room to Calgary.

It has long been suspected that they have been trying to reduce headcount enough to sell Kearl (only two possible companies).

Do you think they are going to spend money to relocate a big chunk of people twice?

Plus they built QP nit all that long ago but now they are building another building at Strathcona?

I would bet money that once initial headcount reductions are done they are in a position to close on a pending sale of Kearl. Everyone there will be grateful their new employer isn’t moving them to Edmonton. They carry on with the plan and the company is even smaller.

Another domino is falling here. Logically something is missing or this is one of the worst played downsizing events in history.


Ex IOL - We're with you

Amidst todays news, just wanted to pass this along. All of us former employees are with you in spirit. There's so much information and news to digest and a massive human element to all this. Just remember, Imperial hires fantastic people, regardless of what specific outcomes are, we all hope things work out for everyone individually. Take care


Forum

It would interested to ask Lyons how will Fiserv innovate with all the layoffs and loss of simple technical and product knowledge that his predecessor let go to pump and dump the stock price.


Big Pharma layoffs across six firms could top 39,000

A BioSpace tally indicates recent and planned layoffs from Novo Nordisk, Merck, BMS, Bayer, Pfizer, and Novartis could exceed 39,000 roles worldwide. Cuts span administrative, R&D, and manufacturing sites across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Washington, Ireland, the U.K., and more.

Companies cite restructuring, cost savings, and portfolio focus as drivers, while continuing to invest in growth areas like obesity, diabetes, AI infrastructure, and select therapeutics.

https://www.biospace.com/job-trends/layoffs-from-just-6-pharmas-could-wipe-out-over-39-000-jobs

  • Companies and locations affected: Novo Nordisk - Plainsboro NJ and Denmark, Merck - Rahway NJ and U.K., Bristol Myers Squibb - Lawrenceville NJ, Bayer - Germany, Pfizer - U.S., Ireland, U.K., Novartis - East Hanover NJ and Switzerland

PerkinElmer to close Shelton manufacturing, 68 layoffs (Sept 2025 - cuts in 2025/2026)

PerkinElmer will permanently close manufacturing in Shelton on April 1, 2026, resulting in 68 layoffs, with the first phase impacting workers on Nov 24, 2025. Some non manufacturing roles will remain in Shelton, including R&D and support.

The company plans to relocate manufacturing. State and local officials have been notified per WARN requirements, and the Greater Valley Chamber confirmed the company is not leaving the city entirely.

  • URL: https://patch.com/connecticut/shelton/major-company-plans-close-shelton-facility-layoffs-planned-warn-notice

  • Companies and locations: PerkinElmer U.S. LLC - Shelton CT, Bridgeport Avenue facility, Connecticut Department of Labor


Nilfisk Layoffs 2025

Nilfisk to close Brooklyn Park facility, 105 jobs affected

Cleaning equipment maker Nilfisk will shut its Brooklyn Park site in phases starting December 2025, eliminating about 105 positions by June 30, 2026. Some workers are represented by IAMAW Local 77, and non union staff have bumping rights.

Roles affected range from engineering to warehouse and production. The WARN notice outlines staged notifications and separations as the company consolidates operations.

  • URL: https://patch.com/minnesota/maplegrove/twin-cities-manufacturer-closing-105-workers-lose-jobs

  • Companies and locations: Nilfisk Inc. - Brooklyn Park MN, IAMAW Local 77 - Minnesota


Kaiser nurses picket in Vallejo over layoffs, staffing, and AI

Kaiser nurses picket in Vallejo over layoffs, staffing, and AI

Nurses rallied outside Kaiser’s Vallejo facility, citing layoffs, staffing shortages, and concerns about AI tools such as virtual sitter programs. A recent announcement to lay off 42 nurses in San Rafael heightened fears of broader cuts.

Kaiser states it meets staffing regulations and that AI does not replace clinical judgment. Nurses argue patient safety demands more in person staffing and warn of long wait times in local facilities.

  • URL: https://www.vallejosun.com/vallejo-kaiser-nurses-picket-to-address-layoffs-staffing-shortages-and-ai/

  • Organizations and locations: Kaiser Permanente - Vallejo CA, San Rafael CA, California Nurses Association - statewide California


Michigan state workers on edge (as major shutdown looms!)

With a potential Michigan government shutdown approaching, state employees have not received clarity on temporary or permanent layoffs, unlike prior near shutdowns. Union leaders call for humane notice while leaders work toward a budget deal.

Rule changes on temporary layoffs under the Michigan Civil Service Commission reduce notice obligations for short duration furloughs, increasing uncertainty across agencies and public services.

URL: https://bridgemi.com/michigan-government/state-workers-left-in-dark-as-michigan-shut-down-layoffs-loom/

  • Organizations and locations: State of Michigan - Lansing MI, University System references by unions, House and Senate leadership

Reynolds School District weighs cuts to avoid midyear layoffs

Reynolds School District weighs cuts to avoid midyear layoffs

Facing a 5.5 million dollar budget gap, unions in the Reynolds School District proposed cutting two days from the calendar to save about 1.1 million dollars, aiming to avert disruptive midyear layoffs.

District leaders say the savings would not close the hole and have proposed unpaid days that union members rejected. The budget talks continue amid broader fiscal strain.

https://www.oregonlive.com/education/2025/09/as-oregon-school-district-faces-midyear-layoffs-unions-float-cutting-2-days-from-the-school-calendar.html

  • Organizations and locations: Reynolds School District - Multnomah County OR, unions representing teachers and support staff

Connectivity and Platforms

Comcast plans job cuts in Connectivity and Platforms

Comcast is preparing layoffs across its broadband, mobile, and pay TV unit, removing a management layer between corporate and regional teams starting in January. Customer service and retail positions are reportedly exempt.

The shift follows broadband subscriber losses and prior reports of cuts at Sky in the United Kingdom. Analysts view the move as part of streamlining and standardizing pricing.

https://www.fierce-network.com/broadband/report-comcast-says-layoffs-are-looming-its-connectivity-biz

  • Companies and locations: Comcast - Connectivity and Platforms segment, Sky - United Kingdom

JPL Layoffs - September 2025

JPL employees warned of October layoffs during reorganization

https://nasawatch.com/personnel-news/jplers-get-layoff-update-letter/

Companies and locations: NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory - Pasadena CA, JPL Human Resources

JPL staff received an HR email referencing a Phase Two reorganization and potential layoffs in October, with warnings that a large portion of the workforce could be impacted by mid October 2025. The note also referenced return to office requirements for remaining teleworkers.

Employees were advised to update personal contact information and to move personal items off JPL devices, highlighting the seriousness of the restructuring timeline.


Texas layoffs hit Sunny Glen, Hill & Smith, Amazon contractor, Dynasty Healthcare

A wave of layoffs will affect hundreds across Texas. Sunny Glen Children’s Home in Raymondville is cutting 424 jobs. Hill & Smith will close its Garland plant and move operations to La Mirada California. Amazon delivery contractor Accelore Solutions will cut 214 roles in Fort Worth and Mesquite. Dynasty Healthcare Group will shut a Richardson facility, affecting 70 jobs.

Corporate headquarters moves and consolidations continue in North Texas, with earlier announcements including Neiman Marcus and Di-kies exiting Dallas. The cuts span logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare.

URL: https://www.mysanantonio.com/business/article/mass-layoffs-texas-21065322.php

Companies and locations affected: Sunny Glen Children’s Home - Raymondville TX, Hill & Smith Inc. - Garland TX to La Mirada CA, Accelore Solutions - Fort Worth TX and Mesquite TX, Dynasty Healthcare Group - Richardson TX, Neiman Marcus - Dallas TX, Di-kies - Dallas TX


CTO Out

Starbucks CTO exits as layoffs and tech shifts accelerate

Starbucks CTO Deb Hall Lefevre resigned without a permanent replacement as the Seattle based company proceeds with layoffs of around 900 nonretail workers and closures in the United States and Canada. Ningyu Chen, based in Atlanta, is interim CTO.

The company is retooling technology, including mobile ordering, POS, AI inventory, and store formats. Reuters reporting notes increased reliance on an outside IT contractor in India.

https://www.geekwire.com/2025/starbucks-cto-resigns-amid-layoffs-and-broader-tech-shakeup-at-seattle-coffee-giant/


Oregon’s historic wave of layoffs, concentrated around Portland

Oregon employers have cut more than 11,000 jobs since 2024, matching Great Recession levels. Roseburg Forest Products is closing its hardwood plant in Dillard, eliminating 107 positions, while large employers like Intel and UPS have trimmed headcount across the Portland area.

Companies and locations: Intel, UPS, Wells Fargo, Albertsons, Fred Meyer, Roseburg Forest Products - Dillard OR, statewide Oregon - Portland metro, Astoria, Baker City, Milwaukie, Medford

Layoffs are spread statewide, but Portland sees the largest share. Despite the cuts, the state unemployment rate near 5.0 percent suggests many workers have found new roles, though specialized industries and smaller communities face mounting challenges.

https://www.oregonlive.com/business/2025/09/oregon-is-enduring-a-historic-wave-of-job-cuts-heres-where-the-layoffs-are.html


Polynesian Cultural Center announces layoffs in Laie

The Polynesian Cultural Center in Laie, Hawaii will lay off 10 percent of its full time staff, about 15 to 25 employees, citing a tourism downturn and reduced attendance. Notices indicate employment ends Sept 30, 2025.

Regional forecasts point to a mild recession in Hawaii with declining visitor arrivals and spending, adding pressure on attractions like PCC. Some affected staff could be rehired if visitor volumes rebound.

https://www.kitv.com/news/polynesian-cultural-center-to-lay-off-10-of-employees-amid-tourism-decline/article_77768879-ce36-4add-9d73-487de248844e.html

  • Polynesian Cultural Center
  • Laie HI - North Shore Oahu
  • University of Hawaii Economic Research Organization