Don’t miss the ASA webinar “Inclusive Recruitment Tool Kit.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time. Myra Briggs of Society presents an overview of the inclusive recruitment tool kit developed by Society Global Executive Search, a free resource designed to help organizations ensure that their recruitment processes are inclusive and promote diversity and equity. Presented by the ASA inclusion, diversity, and equity advocacy (IDEA) group, which is sponsored by ASA corporate partners ClearlyRated and Monster, and by HiringSolved and WorkN.

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

ASA is looking for experts in the staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industry to share their experience and expertise at Staffing World^®, the ASA annual convention and expo, which this year takes place Oct. 3–5 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC.

Submit your proposal to present a 10-minute talk in the Knowledge Hub—either a Tech Talk (on a technology topic important to the industry) or a Speed Talk (on a general topic important to the industry). The deadline for Staffing World Knowledge Hub proposals is May 31. For more information and to start your submission, visit americanstaffing.net.

The association’s quarterly Staffing Employment and Sales Survey for the first quarter of 2023 is now open. Staffing companies that complete the brief survey—including search and placement firms—will have access to an exclusive report on the results, enhanced with graphs. The report, which participants can download from the ASA website, also includes an executive summary, plus sales category and sector-level data.

The data collected by this survey enable ASA to track staffing sales and gross margin trends and provide direct hire metrics. Participate in the Staffing Employment and Sales Survey by May 19 to get the staffing industry information you’re looking for.

Register to take the survey, or view the questionnaire, at americanstaffing.net/quarterly-survey. If you have questions or did not receive a survey link, email research@americanstaffing.net. There are no fees to participate.

ASA provides a resource designed for staffing industry professionals interested in being part of valuable mentoring relationships—the ASA Mentor Match platform. Mentor Match allows members to make valuable industry connections, define career goals, and gain insight from staffing peers. The goal of the program is to assist participants in growing professionally and networking with fellow ASA members.

Applications for the six-month cycle that begins in July will be accepted through May 31. Visit americanstaffing.net/mentormatch to get started as a mentor or a mentee. Questions? Contact ASA at 703-253-2020 or volunteer@americantaffing.net.

The ASA Staffing Law Conference is the only event dedicated exclusively to the legal and regulatory issues facing staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions companies—but it isn’t just for attorneys. This year’s sessions will deliver critical information for owners, c-suite executives, human resource leaders, recruiters, talent managers, and more.

Get the expert-level, reliable information you need to protect your company, capitalize on growth opportunities, engage effectively and legally with talent, and keep operational costs down. Come to the ASA Staffing Law Conference, May 18–19 at the Grand Hyatt Washington in Washington, DC. Visit staffinglawconference.net for more information and to register at the lowest rate available. You’ll save even more when you register more than five people from your company.

Staffing World^®, the ASA annual convention and expo, will bring together the brightest minds in the staffing community—plus opening keynote speaker Mike Krzyzewski (known by fans as “Coach K”), the coach of Duke University men’s basketball team who led Team USA to three Olympic gold medals.

Whether you’re a recruiter, human resource professional, or business owner, you’ll find valuable insights, networking opportunities, and inspiration at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC.

Staffing World takes place Oct. 3–5, and it’s your chance to learn the latest strategies, make important connections, and find solutions to accelerate your firm’s growth. Register now to take advantage of the lowest rates available. Learn more and secure your spot at americanstaffing.net.

Temporary and contract staffing employment is stable, though down from this time last year, according to the ASA Staffing Index.

Want to know more? Complete the ASA Staffing Index survey to get updated information on industry trends, including new staffing starts data. Staffing firms with U.S. operations can participate in the weekly survey, and there are no fees to participate.

Participants receive a weekly email summary report—in addition to statistics by company size and access to historical data and dynamic charts.

Register today at americanstaffing.net/staffing-index.

Mike Krzyzewski (known by fans as “Coach K”)—the coach of Duke University men’s basketball team who led Team USA to three Olympic gold medals—will be the opening keynote speaker at Staffing World^®, the ASA annual convention and expo. He is passionate, dynamic, inspiring, and a master motivator—not only of teams, but also of individuals and organizations, spurring them on to succeed beyond even their own expectations. The opening keynote presentation is sponsored by ASA corporate partner World Wide Specialty Programs.

In addition to hearing from Coach K and other inspiring speakers, Staffing World 2023 offers learning, networking, the biggest expo in the industry, Tech Talks, and so much more. It happens Oct. 3–5 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, NC. Learn more at staffingworld.net, and register now to get the lowest rate available.

The ASA Women in Leadership Scholarship Program aims to raise the visibility of women in the staffing industry. Each year, a select number of emerging women leaders are chosen to receive scholarships that cover registration fees for Staffing World^®, the ASA annual convention and expo (Oct. 3–5 in Charlotte, NC), as well as the THRIVE: Women in Leadership preconvention program (Oct. 2–3 in Charlotte).

The Women in Leadership Scholarship recipients join a supportive and celebratory community of past winners and other women leaders. You can hear from past winners and ask them about the application process next week during a networking call—it takes place Thursday, May 4, 1–2 p.m. Eastern time.

Scholarship applications are due May 22—get more information and submit your application at americanstaffing.net.

Don’t miss your chance to get the staffing and recruiting data you need. The association’s quarterly Staffing Employment and Sales Survey for the first quarter of 2023 is now open. Participate in the survey and compare how your company is doing with similar-sized companies and firms within your industry sector.

After completing the survey, you will be able to access an exclusive online report archive, which includes benchmarks for the number of direct hire searches and permanent placements, sector-specific gross margin trends, and payroll and productivity metrics by company size. Participate by May 19 to get the staffing industry information you’re looking for. Register to take the survey at americanstaffing.net/quarterly-survey.