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  • The American Staffing Association announced that Bob Rudisin has been named the organization’s chief human resources officer. As an executive with a strong track record of success in human resources, Rudisin is an expert on all aspects of employee support, engagement, and development. Most recently, he served as the executive vice president for human resources… More ›

  • The American Staffing Association is proud to join in the celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, beginning today and running through Nov. 20. “Apprenticeships are critical to solving our country’s ongoing labor shortages and integral to future-proofing the workforce of the future,” said Richard Wahlquist, president and chief executive officer at ASA. “With more than 10… More ›

  • Abbtech Professional Resources Inc.’s Baker Named Chair The American Staffing Association has announced the 2023 slate of officers for its board of directors. The slate was recently voted on by the board during its meeting at Staffing World®, the ASA annual convention and expo. The 2023 elected officers are: Chair: Threase Baker, TSC, CSP, Abbtech… More ›

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    Staffing employment eased to a rounded value of 104 in the week of April 11–17. Falling 1.0% from the previous week, the ASA Staffing Index dipped below 105 for the first time since early February. More ›

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  • The World Employment Confederation Outlines Policy Recommendations to Reduce Disparity Between Global Supply and Demand, Leading to Better Functioning Labor Markets More ›

  • American Staffing Association Calls for Clarity in Submitted Comments The National Labor Relations Board’s proposed joint employer rule “is nebulous and therefore would create uncertainty rather than stability,” according to comments submitted by American Staffing Association senior vice president and chief legal and operating officer Stephen Dwyer on behalf of the organization. Announced on Sept…. More ›

  • Winning Programs Focus on Equity in STEM Careers and Registered Apprenticeships for Military Families ASA honored three staffing agencies with 2022 Elevate Awards, the organization announced today, for workforce development programs that promote equity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers and registered apprenticeships for transitioning service members, veterans, and their families. Created in… More ›

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    Staffing employment eased to a rounded value of 104 in the week of April 11–17. Falling 1.0% from the previous week, the ASA Staffing Index dipped below 105 for the first time since early February. More ›

  • Selected by Industry Peers From Across the Country The American Staffing Association has named DeLibra Wesley, president and chief executive officer of Dallas-based National Recruiting Consultants, the 2022 Volunteer of the Year. The Volunteer of the Year award is selected through nominations from volunteer peers from across the country. As the leader of a woman-… More ›

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