Feel Good Frederick: Amanda Haddaway on HR, Perimenopause, and Mental Health
Frederick Live Network (October 30, 2026)
Amanda Haddaway joins Feel Good Frederick to discuss how workplace culture affects employee well-being and mental health. She and the host, a mental health therapist, explore what culture really means, including perimenopause in the workplace.
Chamber Announces New Board of Directors
The Frederick News-Post (October 12, 2026)
The Frederick County Chamber of Commerce announced its 2026-2027 Board of Directors, with Danny Severn of Warner Commercial continuing as board chair and Helen Propheter stepping in as the Chamber's new President and CEO. Amanda Haddaway of HR Answerbox was named to the Chamber's Executive Committee, serving alongside leaders from Frederick Health, Octavo Designs and SOM BioServices.
Madison Trust 2026: Where Bold Ideas Come to Life
James Madison University (April 17, 2026)
James Madison University's annual Madison Trust event drew $112,000 in funding commitments, with all 10 faculty and student pitches earning donor backing -- from origami-inspired slabs for sustainable concrete to a polymeric artificial muscle fiber and a student satellite launch. Amanda Haddaway ('99) served on the donor panel and called the presentations "wow-worthy," adding that "it's amazing to see how much has progressed since I was a student in the late 90s."
A New Expense to Being an Employer
Frederick Chamber Insights (February 19, 2026)
This article examines Maryland's proposed SB3, the Unemployment Insurance Modernization Act of 2026, which would link unemployment benefits to the state's average weekly wage. The legislation could permanently increase employer contributions and prompt changes in hiring and workforce management strategies.
Supervisors Need a Training Process, Not Generic Leadership 101
IndustryWeek (February 12, 2026)
Amanda Haddaway and Darnell Billups explore how a manufacturer transformed supervisor development using a structured 12-week program, resulting in 20% lower turnover and 30% higher employee-experience scores.
Perimenopause in the Workplace: What Employers Need to Understand Now
Frederick Chamber Insights (January 7, 2026)
This article examines how perimenopause affects approximately 20% of working women aged 44-55 and costs the U.S. economy over $26 billion annually. It proposes practical organizational solutions including flexible work arrangements, manager education, and comprehensive health benefits to support affected employees.
