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Corporate Resource Services Inc. Acquires Personnel Solutions

Business Wire (06/19/2013)

Corporate Resource Services Inc. has acquired Personnel Solutions of Mason City, IA. CRS is a technology, staffing, recruiting, and consulting firm operating in 42 states and the District of Columbia.

Jobless Claims in U.S. Climbed Last Week More Than Forecast

Bloomberg (06/20/13) Michelle Jamrisko

More U.S. workers than expected filed applications last week for unemployment benefits, indicating progress on cutting unemployment continues to be uneven amid slower growth this quarter. Claims for jobless benefits rose by 18,000 to 354,000 in the week ended June 15 from a revised 336,000 a week earlier, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. A median forcast of economists surveyed by Bloomberg had anticipated claims of 340,000.

Free ASAPro Webinar Today—Improve Your Direct Placement Agreements

Don’t miss today’s free ASAPro webinar, “Get the Most Out of Your Direct Placement Fees and Agreements.” It takes place from 3 to 4 p.m. Eastern time. Attorney Mike Rode will show you how to create guaranteed and enforceable recruiting agreements with your clients.

Is it time to renew your ASA credential? The deadline is July 1, 2013, for individuals who earned or renewed their Certified Staffing Professional® or Technical Services CertifiedSM credential between Jan. 1, 2010, and June 30, 2010. To be eligible to renew your CSP® or TSCSM credential, you must complete at least 30 hours of continuing education every three years. At least six of the 30 CE hours must pertain to employment law. Renew your credential online today to stay current and keep your competitive advantage.

ASAPro webinars are free for ASA members and qualify for continuing education hours toward ASA certification renewal. To learn more and to register, visit americanstaffing.net.