Staffing World^®, the ASA annual convention and expo, will bring together the brightest minds in the staffing community—plus energizing keynote speakers Mike Krzyzewski (known to fans as “Coach K”)—the coach of Duke University men’s basketball team who led Team USA to three Olympic gold medals—and Dominique Dawes, the U.S. Olympic gymnast and gold medalist, business owner, health and wellness advocate, and sports ambassador. The opening keynote presentation is sponsored by World Wide Specialty Programs.

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. The early registration rate has been extended through June 16, so visit staffingworld.net to register now—after tomorrow, rates will increase.

What makes your company exceptional? Share your success stories and get an edge on the competition—the deadline to submit entries for ASA awards programs has been extended to June 16. Submit your entries today for the ASA National Staffing Employee of the Year and Sector All-Stars (which is sponsored by StaffPRO³, a division of PMC Insurance Group), the ASA Elevate Awards, and ASA Care Awards.

Award recipients will be celebrated during Staffing World^®, the ASA annual convention and expo, Oct. 3-5 in Charlotte, NC; featured in ASA publications; and spotlighted on the ASA website, in national news media outreach, and in social media campaigns. There are no fees to enter.

How can ASA best meet your needs? Provide invaluable feedback to the association by answering a few simple questions about your membership experience.

A link to the short survey was sent to staffing firm members last week. Your participation in this survey is critical in helping ASA learn what is important to you and how well the association is serving you.

The survey closes June 30. If you have any questions or did not receive a survey link, contact Tim Hulley at 703-253-1154 or thulley@americanstaffing.net.

Don’t miss the ASA webinar “Best Practices for Buying a Staffing Company.” It takes place today from 1 to 2 p.m. Eastern time. If you are thinking of buying a staffing firm or have recently begun an acquisition program, hear from Paul Pincus of Ortoli Rosenstadt, Chad Gardiner of Bridgepoint Investment Banking, and Michael Napolitano of Citrin Cooperman to learn about the current state of the mergers and acquisitions market and best practices from recent staffing deals. Presented by Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP.

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.

Don’t miss the ASA webinar “Outsourcing Various Functions of Health Care Staffing Firms.” It takes place today from 2 to 3 p.m. Eastern time. If it’s time for your company to outsource its health care staffing functions, you may need help choosing the right contractor. Industry experts Thad Dufelmeier and JoEllen Ryan of Healthcare Staffing Hire will help you understand what you need and what questions to ask. Presented by the ASA health care section and sponsored by Bullhorn.

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.

Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “Best Practices for Buying a Staffing Company,” 1–2 p.m. Eastern time. If you are thinking of buying a staffing firm or have recently begun an acquisition program, hear from Paul Pincus of Ortoli Rosenstadt, Chad Gardiner of Bridgepoint Investment Banking, and Michael Napolitano of Citrin Cooperman to learn about the current state of the mergers and acquisitions market and best practices from recent staffing deals. Presented by Ortoli Rosenstadt LLP.

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.

Staffing World^®, the ASA annual convention and expo, will bring together the brightest minds in the staffing community. You’ll find valuable insights, networking opportunities, and inspiration to accelerate your firm’s growth in Charlotte, NC, Oct. 3–5.

Session descriptions are now available online. Visit for details about the learning opportunities—more than 30 sessions in 12 major content categories—and start planning your learning experience.

Staffing World takes place Oct. 3–5 at the Charlotte Convention Center, and the early registration rate has been extended through June 16. Visit staffingworld.net for more information and to register at the best available rate. After this Friday, registration packages will increase by at least $200 per person.

Don’t miss tomorrow’s ASA webinar “Outsourcing Various Functions of Health Care Staffing Firms,” 2–3 p.m. Eastern time. As health care staffing companies realize the workflow and financial benefits of using a third party contractor, a growing number of firms are outsourcing their various health care staffing functions. Hear from industry experts Thad Dufelmeier and JoEllen Ryan, from Healthcare Staffing Hire, who leveraged outsourcing to gain a competitive edge. They will provide guidance to help health care staffing firms learn best practices and explore process outsourcing options. Presented by the ASA health care section and sponsored by Bullhorn. 

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.

The ASA board of directors and staff welcome the following new members, which joined during the week ending June 4.

Clinical Growth Strategies
Topeka, KS

Comet Human Resource Solutions
Orlando, FL

Mitchell Martin Inc.
New York, NY

Short Staffed Inc.
Sioux Falls, SD

As your staffing firm faces evolving challenges and tries to answer unexpected questions, are you dealing with questions that are specific to your sector of the staffing industry? Get insight from industry peers during a peer networking call where you can discuss top-of-mind challenges and devise solutions. Calls are facilitated by volunteers from ASA (participants will not receive official legal updates or guidance regarding Covid-19).

Get the full schedule and register at americanstaffing.net:

• Procedures for maximum effectiveness: Tuesday, June 13, 1–2 p.m. Eastern time
• Direct hire section: Wednesday, June 14, 1–2 p.m. Eastern time
• Engineering, IT, and scientific section: Thursday, June 15, 1–2 p.m. Eastern time
• Internal human resource professionals: Thursday, June 22, 1–2 p.m. Eastern time
• Industrial section: Tuesday, July 18, 1–2 p.m. Eastern time
• Professional–managerial section: Wednesday, July 19, 1–2 p.m. Eastern time
• Health care section: Thursday, July 20, 1–2 p.m. Eastern time

Networking calls are open to ASA members and members of ASA sections, which are sector-specific communities that provide resources, webinars, town hall forums, and sector-specific news for member companies and their employees. To join a section, update your profile on ASA Central.