This year at Staffing World^® you can take part in a brand-new networking opportunity. This exclusive event, StaffingPAC 2024: An Evening With Industry Luminaries, will take place at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry during the ASA annual convention. The event will benefit StaffingPAC, the association’s political action committee.

On Wednesday, Oct. 23, attendees will experience an unforgettable night of networking and entertainment, including a behind-the-scenes look at how country music hits are made. To receive an invitation to this one-of-a-kind event, individuals must make an industry leader or all-star level personal contribution to StaffingPAC. ASA members who have not previously contributed to StaffingPAC at those levels can attend by making a $250 contribution at staffingpac.net.

Staffing World takes place Oct. 22–24 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville. To learn more and register, visit staffingworld.net before Sept. 21 for the best rate available—after that date, rates will increase. If you’re already registered for Staffing World and want to be added to the guest list for the StaffingPAC 2024 event, contact Toby Malara at tmalara@americanstaffing.net. Special thanks to ASA corporate partner World Wide Specialty for its support of this event.

ASA is excited to introduce the newly upgraded ASA Central Community. After months of development, and feedback from members of the ASA Central working group, the association is ready to unveil a series of exciting updates designed to enhance your experience and make the community more interactive and user-friendly. This upgrade is intended to make ASA Central an even more valuable tool for collaboration, networking, and professional development.

• Enhanced user profiles: Now it will be even easier to complete your profile, which will enhance your visibility and networking opportunities within the community.
• Improved navigation: The new “Quick Links” sidebar will allow you to find areas of interest more quickly and more efficiently.
• Optimized communication functionality: New features provide more effective ways for members to communicate and start discussions, fostering a more connected and engaged community.

Log in to ASA Central now to explore the new features.

Greg Palmer, the chairman and chief executive officer at Supplemental Health Care whose Palmer Forecast predicts future temporary staffing levels, has been named the newest inductee into the American Staffing Association’s Leadership Hall of Fame.

Palmer’s reputation for innovation and leadership is rivaled only by his track record of success in the staffing industry. He got his start as a branch manager for Olsten Corp., then quickly rose through the ranks to become senior vice president. After being named the president and CEO of Remedy Temp, Palmer led the company’s turnaround and growth to $600 million in revenue before it was sold in 2006. In the following years, he co-founded the Stepping Stones Group, which grew to more than $1 billion in revenue, before joining Supplemental Health Care.

Palmer has served the staffing industry in several important ways through the course of his career, including serving on the ASA board of directors from 2003 to 2006. He has been featured as a keynote and contributing speaker and writer at numerous ASA and other industry conferences and publications. He also created and has generously shared the Palmer Forecast, a quarterly temporary labor forecast that has been broadly featured in major media outlets throughout the world.

“Greg Palmer’s innovative approach to staffing has helped shape our modern industry and connect countless people to meaningful work,” said Richard Wahlquist, CEO at the American Staffing Association. “Greg is a visionary thinker with a proven track record of success as well as a lifetime of giving back to help others. We look forward to inducting him into the Leadership Hall of Fame at Staffing World.”

Since its inception in 1985, the ASA Leadership Hall of Fame recognizes outstanding individual contributions made through dedicated service to ASA and the staffing and recruiting industry. This year’s ASA Leadership Hall of Fame award is sponsored by Nixer Comp. Palmer will be recognized during Staffing World^®, the ASA annual convention and expo, which this year takes place Oct. 22–24 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, TN.

To kick off National Staffing Employee Week, ASA today announced that Amanda Alexander, Ph.D., is the 2025 National Staffing Employee of the Year. Alexander, a civilian operational psychologist for the U.S. Air Force 57th Rescue Squadron, works through the Arora Group. ASA also named National Staffing Employee of the Year All-Stars in the five staffing industry sectors.

Alexander will be formally honored and celebrated by staffing industry professionals from around the country at Staffing World^®, the ASA annual convention and expo, Oct. 22–24 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, TN.

Sponsored by StaffPro³, a division of PMC Insurance, the National Staffing Employee of the Year and All-Star awards honor current or former temporary or contract employees whose extraordinary stories of staffing success best exemplify one or more of the industry’s key messages of bridging into permanent employment, job flexibility, and access to a new career field.

National Staffing Employee Week, Sept. 9–15 this year, honors the contributions of millions of temporary and contract employees who work for U.S. staffing and recruiting companies each day.

Are you ready to create your best future alongside the industry’s brightest leaders? Going to Staffing World^®, the ASA annual convention and expo, is a smart investment—one that will pay dividends to you and the future of your business. But how can you justify the time and expense—especially amid today’s challenges?

Find out how to quantify the return on investment for attending Staffing World—use the free Attendee ROI Tool Kit from ASA.

With more than 40 educational sessions on sales, leadership, talent management, and other focus areas—plus dedicated expo time with top suppliers, networking events, and more—Staffing World delivers what you need to sharpen sales strategies, streamline operations, and hone your competitive edge in a quickly changing marketplace. The kit includes expense and benefits worksheets, a breakdown of the value of convention events, and tips on how to maximize your ROI for attending.

Staffing World takes place Oct. 22–24 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, TN. You can save up to $300 on a full registration package when you register at staffingworld.net by Sept. 21.

National Staffing Employee Week, which takes place Sept. 9–15 this year, is an annual event that celebrates the contributions of the millions of individuals employed by U.S. staffing agencies.

Get ready to show your appreciation for your temporary and contract employees with free promotional tools from ASA—including commemorative logos, social media post templates, media outreach resources, and ideas for how your firm can participate in the festivities— at americanstaffing.net/nsew.

And stay tuned for the announcement of the 2025 National Staffing Employee of the Year and Sector All-Stars. This year, for the first time, finalists were announced in advance; the honorees will be revealed to ASA members and the public on the first day of National Staffing Employee Week—Monday, Sept. 9.

This year at Staffing World^®, the ASA annual convention and expo, ASA will present an exciting new event: Staffing’s Got Talent, powered by RefAssured. This competition is your chance to step into the spotlight and share your musical talents with the staffing community—whether you’re a singer, guitarist, pianist, or any other kind of performer. The deadline for submissions has been extended to Sept. 21.

Simply record a one-minute video of yourself performing a song of your choice (either singing or playing an instrument) and complete the application form, with your performance video attached, by Sept. 21. The top submissions will be notified by early October and invited to perform live at Staffing World Oct. 22–23. One performer at that event will receive a $500 prize and a free registration to Staffing World 2025.

This is a chance for the industry to come together; have some fun; and showcase the amazing, and often hidden, talents that people have. And it’s an opportunity for you to share a different side of yourself with colleagues. Learn more at staffingworld.net.

Staffing World^®, the ASA annual convention and expo, will bring together the brightest minds in the staffing community—plus keynote speakers Peter Diamandis, MD, founder and executive chairman of the XPRIZE Foundation (sponsored by World Wide Specialty, a Division of Philadelphia Insurance Cos.); Erica Dhawan, leadership expert and author of Get Big Things Done: The Power of Connectional Intelligence (sponsored by LinkedIn); and business consultant, podcaster, and author Debbie Peterson.

Going to Staffing World is a smart investment—one that will pay dividends for you and the future of your business. Whether you’re a recruiter, human resource professional, or business owner, you’ll find valuable insights, networking opportunities, and inspiration to accelerate your firm’s growth—nearly everyone who attended last year said they made the right choice.

This year’s event takes place Oct. 22–24 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, TN, but the advance registration rates are only valid until Sept. 21—register now to take advantage of the lowest rates available. Learn more and secure your spot at staffingworld.net.

National Staffing Employee Week, which takes place Sept. 9–15 this year, celebrates the contributions of the millions of individuals employed by U.S. staffing agencies. Staffing firms across the nation will host special events honoring their greatest asset—their temporary and contract employees.

To help staffing firms with their celebrations, ASA provides free materials for use throughout the week. Show your appreciation for temporary and contract employees with free promotional tools available at americanstaffing.net/nsew, including commemorative logos, social media post templates, media outreach resources, and more.

And stay tuned for the announcement of the 2025 National Staffing Employee of the Year and Sector All-Stars. This year, for the first time, finalists were announced in advance; the honorees will be revealed to ASA members and the public on the first day of National Staffing Employee Week—Monday, Sept. 9.

Come to Staffing World^® 2024, Oct. 22–24 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, TN, to create your best future alongside the industry’s brightest leaders. One way you can gain a competitive edge is by accessing the latest trends, best practices, and emerging innovations in the Staffing World Knowledge Hub.

The Knowledge Hub at Staffing World provides a vibrant community where you can engage with industry leaders, share ideas, and gain valuable insights by listening to Speed Talks and Tech Talks. Mix and match these microlearning opportunities to customize your learning experience to suit your unique needs.

At Speed Talks join a distinguished group of visionaries for unique, fast-paced networking and thought leadership discussions. These 10-minute sessions are easy to fit in during lunch and refreshment breaks. During Tech Talks you can get all the technology-related answers you need in 10-minute presentations by technology experts that address staffing-specific tech challenges.

Knowledge Hub sessions take place Tuesday, Oct. 22, 5:30−6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23, 12:30−2 p.m. and 6−7 p.m., and Thursday, Oct. 24, 12:30−1:15 p.m. in the expo hall. Learn more about Staffing World and register today at staffingworld.net.