Get information about the educational sessions planned for Staffing World^® 2021, where the staffing community comes together to make strategic connections and get solutions that fuel growth and success. The theme for this year’s event is “Better Together, Stronger Ahead.”

Session descriptions for this year’s annual convention and expo are now available at staffingworld.net. Get the details about more than 20 educational sessions—including three powerful keynote presentations—and plan your professional development experience. Staffing World takes place Sept. 28–30 this year at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver. Register today for the best rate available at staffingworld.net.

ASA has completed the comprehensive upgrade of its technology platforms to enhance members’ experience. To access the site, all users must go to americanstaffing.net and reset their password. Questions? Contact ASA at 703-253-2020 or membership@americanstaffing.net.

At its meeting this week, the ASA board of directors appointed DeLibra Wesley, founder and chief executive officer of Texas-based National Recruiting Consultants, to fill its open seat. Wesley previously was part of the leadership team at the Delta Cos., where her nearly 14-year tenure progressed to the role of chief operating officer of the company.

“DeLibra is an exceptional leader, and the ASA board of directors and I are looking forward to the insights, perspectives, and passion that she will bring to our association and industry in her new role,” said ASA president and CEO Richard Wahlquist.

Wesley will serve the remainder of the unexpired term for the seat vacated when former chairman Dan Struve retired, and she will be presented to the ASA membership at Staffing World^® 2021 in Denver to be considered for a full three-year term.

Following two weeks of holiday-related declines, staffing employment for June 7–13 rebounded (+2.0%) from the prior week, according to the ASA Staffing Index. This week marks a 2021 high for the index, which reached a rounded value of 97. Staffing jobs were up 44.2% from the same week last year but remain on par with the average levels seen for the comparative weeks in 2018 and 2019.

New starts jumped 7.0% on average, with over half (58%) of staffing companies reporting gains in new assignments week-to-week.

The ASA Staffing Index four-week moving average ticked up to a rounded value of 96. Temporary and contract staffing employment from mid-May through mid-June grew 48%, compared with the same time frame in 2020, but remains consistent with the same reporting period in 2018 and 2019.

“Despite the typical holiday dip, staffing employment growth is showing signs of acceleration—supporting anecdotal reports of increased demand for staffing services,” said Cynthia Davidson, ASA senior director of research.

This week, containing the 12th day of the month, will be used in the June monthly employment situation report scheduled to be issued by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics July 2.

The American Staffing Association strives to provide programs and services that exceed your expectations. The association’s annual member satisfaction survey is your chance to share your thoughts on how ASA is doing—but it closes this Friday, June 25.

ASA recently emailed staffing firm members a link to the three-minute survey. Participants who complete the survey will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one of five $100 Amazon gift cards.

If you have questions or did not receive a survey link, contact Tim Hulley at 703-253-1154 or thulley@americanstaffing.net.

Starting tomorrow, ASA will undergo a comprehensive upgrade of its technology platforms, and some areas of the ASA website will be temporarily unavailable. Thank you for your patience as ASA works to enhance your member experience.

The staffing community has shown great resilience during the past year, and now it is time to reunite at Staffing World^® 2021, the ASA annual convention and expo, which will take place in person Sept. 28–30 in Denver.

Meet with your peers to make strategic connections and get solutions that will fuel your growth and aid your adjustments to pandemic-induced change. Register now for the best rate available—rates will increase after today.

Staffing World^® 2021, the ASA annual convention and expo, will take place in person Sept. 28–30 at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver.

Get ready to gather with the staffing community and get strategies to help your business come back better than ever after a year of disruption. Register today for the best rate available—after June 15, Staffing World registration rates will increase.

Get information about the educational sessions planned for Staffing World^® 2021, where the staffing community comes together to make strategic connections and get solutions that fuel growth and success. The theme for this year’s event is “Better Together, Stronger Ahead.”

Details for three powerful keynote presentations and more than 20 educational sessions are now live on the Staffing World website. Check out the session descriptions, pick those you feel most passionate about, and register for the industry’s most valuable learning and networking event—early registration prices are only available through June 15.

Come together with the staffing community to help your business come back better than ever after a year of disruption and advance the world of work. The ASA annual convention and expo takes place Sept. 28–30 this year at the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Denver. Register today for the best rate available at staffingworld.net.