Nov. 9, 2016 — Updated at 1 p.m. ET — Washington, D.C. — In an unpredictable and unprecedented night, flamboyant businessman Donald J. Trump has been elected the 45th president of the United States.

"WorldatWork offers its congratulations to President-elect Donald Trump," said Cara Woodson Welch, vice president of external affairs and practice leadership. "Now that the election results are final, it's time for our leaders in Washington, D.C. to focus on governing and improving our economy. There are numerous issues pending that will affect HR and total rewards professionals. These should be bipartisan issues and policy solutions should aim to benefit employees and employers alike."

Trump won his historic victory with a 289-218 Electoral College vote. Trump's positions on total rewards issues include a mix of traditional pro-business positions and some novel approaches to policy changes: Read More