Don’t miss the “ASA State of the Industry Webinar Series—Third Quarter Update for Staffing Professionals.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time. ASA and ClearlyRated, the association’s satisfaction survey partner for more than a decade, bring industry leaders the most important trends, research, and legislative updates to help your firm outpace your competition. Sponsored by ASA corporate partner ClearlyRated.

ASA State of the Industry webinars are complimentary for anyone and qualify for continuing education hours toward ASA certification renewal. To learn more and to register, visit americanstaffing.net.

Lori Malett, president and owner of Hatch Staffing Services, has been named the 2025 Volunteer of the Year by the American Staffing Association. The national award recognizes one individual who made outstanding leadership contributions to ASA through a committee, council, taskforce, or working group and is selected through nominations from volunteer peers.

Over the last decade, Malett has been a leader in numerous roles within ASA. Having served twice as chair of the direct hire section council, she is currently holding the position of immediate past chair and member of the council’s ASA Central working group. In addition, her consistent involvement as a facilitator and participant on networking calls has strengthened the ASA direct hire section community. Her leadership is recognized across the industry, including during her standing-room-only direct hire session at Staffing World^® 2024.

“Lori Malett’s dedication to giving back to the staffing and recruiting industry has earned her the respect of her peers across the country, along with all of us at ASA,” said Richard Wahlquist, chief executive officer at ASA. “Through her selfless leadership, Lori has advanced the interests of our industry and helped countless ASA members embrace a more strategic mindset and make impactful connections that enhance both personal and professional growth.”

Reflecting on her journey with ASA, Malett shared “I wish I had started volunteering with ASA sooner—it has been an incredibly rewarding experience. The connections, insights, and professional growth I’ve gained have opened doors, provided valuable resources, and created a supportive network that I now rely on regularly.”

Malett will be recognized during Staffing World, the ASA annual convention and expo, Oct. 6–8 at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, FL.

Don’t miss tomorrow’s “ASA State of the Industry Webinar Series—Third Quarter Update for Staffing Professionals,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. ASA and ClearlyRated, the association’s satisfaction survey partner for more than a decade, bring industry leaders the most important trends, research, and legislative updates to help your firm outpace your competition. Sponsored by ASA corporate partner ClearlyRated.

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

ASA offers a new, effective way to get your firm on an upward trajectory in just nine weeks. Staffing Pro Stacks is a first-of-its-kind intensive credentialing program expertly designed by the best trainers in the industry to tackle your company’s biggest challenges. The program addresses specific pain points that staffing companies are struggling with right now.

There are three programs—focused on Sales, Recruiting, and Leadership. Complete one, two, or all three programs and stack your knowledge for maximum success. Find out more at americanstaffing.net/pro-stacks. ASA members get a discount.

The ASA board of directors and staff welcome the following new members, which joined during the week ending Sept. 14.

Choice1Temps
Webster, MA
Nine Mind Solutions
Rockville, MD
SheJobs
Dallas, TX
SNMC Workforce
Queens, NY

ASA Central—the dynamic online community just for staffing professionals—is home to more than 27,000 staffing professional profiles and countless ongoing industry conversations.

This week, take a look at your colleagues’ discussions and some of the blogs they’ve posted on ASA Central:

• Billing clients for sales tax in Washington state
• Brand recognition for staffing firms
• Ways to streamline job orders

Get involved with the community—update your profile today so you can network with colleagues, join a section community, recommend and comment on your colleagues’ posts, and share your own blog or discussion post. Log in to ASA Central now.

Don’t miss the ASA webinar “From Risk to Resilience: Legal and Compliance Strategies for Staffing Firms.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time. Get practical steps from legal executive Joanna Monroe that can reduce legal exposure, strengthen contracts, and transform risk management into long-term business resilience. Sponsored by Staffing GC, an ASA legal sponsor.

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

Are you looking for opportunities to contribute your skills and insights in the staffing industry, and serve as an industry leader? ASA is currently seeking dedicated members to serve on volunteer committees and councils in 2026.

Apply for a volunteer opportunity to work directly with other members, learn about workforce trends and best practices, and build on your experience to become a thought leader with the association.