HR Executive Publishes Article by Dawn Solowey, Sam Schwartz-Fenwick, and Brandon Dixon on Managing Cultural Flashpoints in the Workplace in 2026

HR Executive featured an article by Dawn Solowey, Sam Schwartz-Fenwick, and Brandon Dixon: “An HR New Year’s Resolution: Don’t Let Cultural Flashpoints Consume the 2026 Workplace.” Published on January 8, the piece explores how employers can navigate growing political, social, and cultural divisions that increasingly impact workplace dynamics.

Their article outlines actionable strategies for employers, including implementing robust policies, setting clear expectations for civil discourse, and leveraging training programs to navigate sensitive topics effectively. It also highlights the firm’s Cultural Flashpoints Framework to help organizations customize approaches that maintain compliance and foster cohesion.

Solowey, Schwartz-Fenwick, and Dixon stress the importance of proactive measures, noting: “While the world may be persistently polarized, the new year can be an opportune time to set (or reset) expectations. By doing so, the employer can ensure that the workplace stays high-performing, team-oriented and cohesive—perhaps even providing a respite from the incivility and divisions of the outside world.”

The full article is available here.