More than 6,000 individuals have earned credentials from the American Staffing Association to expand their professional expertise and improve their companies’ performance. Discover the benefits of joining them during the ASAPro webinar “Gain a Competitive Advantage With ASA Certification,” Thursday, May 30, 3–4 p.m. Eastern time. Learn about the Certified Staffing Professional^® and Technical Services Certified^SM credentials—and get the details about the new Certified Search Consultant certification program.

ASAPro webinars are $295 for nonmembers, and most qualify for continuing education hours toward ASA certification renewal. Join ASA and enjoy ASAPro webinars for FREE.

ASA knows the Affordable Care Act and strategic next steps for staffing companies are a top priority for the industry—so it continues to hone the ACA-related content that will be delivered at Staffing World 2013, Oct. 8-10 in Orlando.

Just added to the most impressive executive education lineup at any event in the staffing industry:

Thursday, Oct. 10, 9–10:45 a.m.

Health Care Reform—The Time Is Now

Panel facilitated by Edward A. Lenz, Esq., senior counsel, ASA

Alden J. Bianchi, Esq., member, Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky & Popeo PC

James A. Essey, CSP, president and chief executive officer, the TemPositions Group of Cos.

The employer “play or pay” provisions of the Affordable Care Act go into effect Jan. 1, 2014, and have major implications for staffing firms. Are you ready? In this workshop, industry experts will discuss the latest regulations and government guidance affecting employers, including recent developments on the “look-back” rule for determining your employees’ full-time status, and the insurance options you will have that will allow you to comply with the “play” provisions.

Thursday, Oct. 10, 11 a.m.–12:15 p.m.

Affordable Care Act—Staffing Firm Compliance Plans

Panel facilitated by Dan Campbell, CSP, chief executive officer, Hire Dynamics

In this interactive workshop, leading staffing firms of various sizes and representing different sectors will share their plans and strategies for compliance with the “play or pay” provisions of the ACA. They will discuss their conversations with clients and assigned employees, and the specific steps they are taking regarding the challenges and opportunities presented by the ACA.

Plus, Staffing World delivers world-class keynote speakers, dozens of education sessions, top-level networking opportunities, and the largest industry expo anywhere. Visit staffingworld.org to register today!