AM I NEXT? NO LOVE AT BLINK CHARGING COMPANY

Bowie, Maryland-based Blink Charging Company, an electric vehicle charging network operator, has announced a significant workforce reduction as part of its efforts to "enhance operational efficiencies, and position the Company for sustained long-term growth and profitability in the evolving global market."

The reduction in force will impact approximately 118 employees.

According to the company's SEC filing...

"The core of this plan includes a difficult but necessary reduction of the Company’s global workforce by approximately 20%. This action is designed to streamline operations, enhance agility, and align resources with the Company’s BlinkForward strategic priorities."

These adjustments are anticipated to result in annualized savings of more than $11 million. The Company estimates it will incur between $1 million and $1.5 million of related costs, consisting of cash severance, other severance benefits, and other related restructuring costs. The workforce reduction is expected to be completed by the end of 3Q25.

President and CEO Mike Battaglia noted, "Today’s decisions, while challenging, are crucial for propelling our BlinkForward strategy and ensuring the long-term success of Blink. We are deeply grateful for the contributions of our departing colleagues and are committed to supporting them through this transition. This restructuring is a proactive step to build a more efficient and robust organization, better aligned with our strategic goals and poised to lead in the next phase of our growth. We are confident that this strategic realignment, under the banner of the BlinkForward initiative, will strengthen our competitive positioning, improve financial performance, and create a solid foundation for future innovation and market leadership."

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. We see good people being laid off through no fault of their own. Just because something terrible hasn't happened yet doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. While many employees can read the writing on the wall, why do most assume it’s targeted at someone else? Are you now wondering, Am I Next?

AM I NEXT? NO LOVE AT AMETEK BISON GEAR & ENGINEERING

Kent, Ohio-based Ametek Bison Gear & Engineering, a designer and manufacturer of fluid-moving devices, blowers, motors, and pumps, including gearmotors, and power transmission systems.

for various applications, has announced the closure of its St. Charles, Illinois, manufacturing facility and the layoff of all employees.The facility includes engineering laboratories equipped with advanced technology and tools for testing and prototyping.

The closure will impact 167 employees at its St. Charles, Illinois, facility, with layoffs commencing on July 21, 2025.

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. We see good people being laid off through no fault of their own. Just because something terrible hasn't happened yet doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. While many employees can read the writing on the wall, why do most assume it’s targeted at someone else? Are you now wondering, Am I Next?

AM I NEXT? NO LOVE AT WINNEBAGO INDUSTRIES

JULY 14, 2025 — ANOTHER 121 EMPLOYEES

The company announced that it would lay off an additional 121 workers in Charles City, Iowa, and Waverly, Iowa, in another round of layoffs in addition to the 196 employees.

According to Iowa Workforce Development's WARN system, 18 layoffs are scheduled to occur in Charles City and 77 in Waverly in September. On December, 26 more layoffs are expected in Charles City.

According to a company spokesperson, "This consolidation allows Winnebago to streamline operations and focus on core manufacturing hubs in Forest City and Lake Mills, ensuring the long-term success and competitiveness of the Winnebago brand while driving enhanced focus on innovation."

May 27, 2025 — Original post…

Eden Prairie, Minnesota-based Winnebago Industries, a manufacturer of recreational products such as motorhomes and motorboats, has announced a third round of layoffs, following smaller cuts in July and October 2024.

Due to decreased customer demand and high inventory levels, approximately 196 production employees will be impacted in Forest City, Iowa; Charles City, Iowa; Lake Mills, Iowa; and Waverly, Iowa.

According to a company spokesperson, “After a thorough business analysis, the company has made the difficult decision to reduce the workforce and pause its Class A motorhome production line due to current inventory levels, challenging market conditions, and lower consumer demand. With this adjustment, we had to make the difficult decision to eliminate some roles at our Iowa campuses. We are assisting affected team members during this period of transition. We remain committed to the success of our flagship Winnebago brand and continue to be invested in the Iowa community.”

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. We see good people being laid off through no fault of their own. Just because something terrible hasn't happened yet doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. While many employees can read the writing on the wall, why do most assume it’s targeted at someone else? Are you now wondering, Am I Next?