January 28, 2020

2020: The State of the American Staffing Association

Published January 28, 2020 ■ Announcement

As the first month of the new year winds down, watch a video message from Richard Wahlquist, ASA president and chief executive officer, on what your association accomplished in 2019—and what to expect in the year ahead for ASA and for the staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industry.

Among the changes, you may have noticed that Staffing Today has a new look. It’s designed to be easier to read on-the-go and compatible with any mobile device. Please share your thoughts about the new design—send an email to success@americanstaffing.net.

Ortoli | Rosenstadt: What Exactly Is a Seller Responsible for When Selling Its Staffing Firm?

Buyers of a business generally expect sellers to be responsible for certain liabilities relating to when the seller owned its business—a concept mergers and acquisitions professionals refer to as indemnification. Indemnification is one of the most heavily negotiated, and potentially most significant, provisions of a purchase agreement, and understanding the terminology common to such agreements is essential when negotiating a deal. Attorney Paul Pincus of Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP explains what sellers are liable for, how a seller’s liability may be limited, and how buyers may seek to fund potential indemnity claims.

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K12 Inc. Acquires GalvanizeM

Published January 28, 2020 ■ Headline News

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Durable-Goods Orders Get Big Boost From the Military, but Business Investment Weak AgainM

Published January 28, 2020 ■ Headline News

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Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index Increased in January

Published January 28, 2020 ■ Headline News

The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index increased in January, following a moderate increase in December. The index now stands at 131.6, up from an upwardly revised 128.2 in December. The Present Situation Index increased from 170.5 to 175.3. The Expectations Index increased from 100.0 last month to 102.5 this month.

“Consumer confidence increased in January, following a moderate advance in December, driven primarily by a more positive assessment of the current job market and increased optimism about future job prospects,” said Lynn Franco, senior director, economic indicators, at the Conference Board. “Optimism about the labor market should continue to support confidence in the short term and, as a result, consumers will continue driving growth and prevent the economy from slowing in early 2020.”

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Dallas Fed: Texas Manufacturing Activity Picks UpM

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Don’t Miss These ASA State Network Events Near You

Published January 28, 2020 ■ ASA for You

ASA State Networks allow members to engage in discussions about issues, challenges, opportunities, and trends with their local peers. Join fellow members at these upcoming events:

Jan. 30
ASA Oregon Network Training: Taking Action for Safety and Health

Learn how to develop and implement an effective injury and illness prevention program during this free half-day training in Portland.

Feb. 6
ASA Mississippi Network Webinar: Advocacy 101: The Basics of Effective Lobbying

ASA government affairs counsel Toby Malara will teach you the principles of effective lobbying and offer strategies for building relationships with elected officials..

Feb. 6
ASA Washington Network Training: Taking Action for Safety and Health

Learn how to develop and implement an effective injury and illness prevention program during this free half-day training in Seattle.

Feb. 13
New Jersey Staffing Alliance: 2020 Law Day

Get the latest information on legal, legislative, and operational issues during this one-day conference in Livingston, NJ.

Get up-to-date information about legal and legislative issues specific to your state and hear about events local to your area—visit americanstaffing.net to learn more and to register for an event near you.

Take Advantage of Staffing Professional Onboarding Courses Today

Published January 28, 2020 ■ ASA for You

The new online staffing professional onboarding courses from ASA have been specifically designed for staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions professionals—and to help your company boost your new hire training program.

Whether you are training team members new to the staffing industry or offering a refresher to skilled team members, this new course is a great way to ensure your team is armed with the most up-to-date and valuable information about the industry.

The online course modules include “Introduction to the Staffing Industry,” “Fundamentals of Sales,” and “Fundamentals of Recruiting”—you can purchase courses and modules separately, or save $100 by purchasing the full series. To learn more, visit learn.americanstaffing.net or call 703-253-2020.