Labor relations solutions
Strategic guidance for hospitality leaders navigating union and non-union workforce challenges
What we offer
Our areas of expertise for hospitality operations.
Strategic Labor Relations Advisory
Executive-level guidance to align labor strategy, leadership decision-making, and workforce risk with your organization’s business objectives.
Collective Bargaining & Union Operations
Preparation, leadership, and support for collective bargaining and ongoing union operations.
Non-Union Workforce Strategy
Proactive employee-relations strategies to strengthen culture and reduce organizing risk.
Leadership, Training & Governance
Training, policies, and governance frameworks that build lasting labor-relations capability.
Advanced Insights & Support
Data-driven insights and change support for labor-sensitive organizational transitions.
Strategic Labor Relations Advisory
We provide senior-level advisory support to help organizations align labor relations strategy with business objectives, workforce realities, and long-term planning. Our work focuses on anticipating risk, guiding leadership decision-making, and navigating complex labor-management dynamics across union and non-union environments.
Labor Relations Strategy & Advisory
Develop enterprise‑wide labor relations strategies aligned with business objectives
Conduct risk assessments related to union activity, organizing campaigns, and bargaining cycles
Advise executive leadership on labor‑related decision‑making, communications, and long‑term workforce planning
Provide ongoing counsel on contract interpretation, grievance trends, and labor‑management dynamics
Executive Advisory & Board‑Level Support
Provide confidential advisory services to CEOs, CHROs, and Boards
Prepare briefing materials for high‑stakes labor issues
Conduct scenario planning for major labor events
Serve as an external sounding board for senior leadership
Collective Bargaining
& Union Operations
MJD Strategic Advisors leads and supports collective bargaining efforts with a disciplined, strategic approach grounded in operational and financial realities. We partner with management teams before, during, and after negotiations to drive sustainable agreements and effective contract administration.
Collective Bargaining Preparation & Leadership
Lead or support collective bargaining negotiations on behalf ofmanagement
Prepare bargaining proposals, costing models, and strategic counter-proposals
Conduct pre‑bargaining readiness assessments and stake holder alignment sessions
Facilitate post‑bargaining implementation planning and communication strategies
Union Engagement & Relationship Management
Develop frameworks for constructive union‑management relationships
Coach leaders on effective communication with union representatives
Support resolution ofdisputes, grievances, and arbitrations
Conduct labor‑management committee facilitation and effectiveness reviews
Non-Union Workforce Strategy
Proactive strategies to strengthen employee relations, reduce organizing risk, and support positive, compliant workplace cultures.
Assess vulnerability to union organizing and develop mitigation strategies
Design employee focused engagement initiatives to strengthen workplace culture
Train leaders on lawful and effective union‑avoidance communication
Conduct climate assessments and action planning for at‑risk locations
Leadership, Training & Governance
Building internal capability is essential to long-term labor relations success. We deliver targeted training, policy guidance, and governance frameworks that equip leaders at all levels to manage labor-sensitive issues with confidence and consistency.
Training & Leadership Development
Deliver training for HR, operations, and leadership teams on labor relations fundamentals
Create customized workshops on bargaining strategy, grievance handling, and contract administration
Coach executives and frontline leaders on labor‑sensitive communication
Develop competency frameworks for labor‑relations capability building
Organizational Governance & Policy Development
Review and update labor‑related policies, handbooks, and procedures
Conduct compliance assessments related to NLRA, FLSA, and other employment regulations
Develop governance structures for labor‑related decision‑making
Support alignment between corporate HR, legal, and operations functions
Advanced & Specialized Support
Complex labor environments require more than intuition. We apply data-driven analysis and structured change-management support to help organizations navigate labor-sensitive transformations, organizational shifts, and strategic transitions.
Workforce Analytics & Insights
Analyze labor‑related data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Build dashboards for grievance activity, arbitration outcomes, and workforce sentiment
Conduct predictive modeling for bargaining outcomes or organizing risk
Prepare executive‑level reports with actionable insights
Change Management & Transformation Support
Advise on labor‑sensitive organizational changes (restructuring, M&A, operational shifts)
Conduct impact assessments and stakeholder mapping
Develop communication strategies that minimize labor‑related risk
Support integration planning for newly acquired or reorganized units
Ready to strengthen your labor relations?
Let's talk about your labor strategy and how we can help.
