April 1, 2026

ADP: Private Sector Employment Increased by 62,000 Jobs in March
Manufacturing Sector Economic Activity Expanded in March
Pace of U.S. Small Business Employment Remains Consistent in March
Chicago Business Barometer Decreased in March
GM Idles Detroit EV Plant, Temporarily Laying Off 1,300 Workers
FY 2027 H-1B Initial Registration Selection Process Completed
The Illinois Genetic Information Privacy Act and a Case of No Harm, No Foul
New Executive Order Targets ‘Racially Discriminatory DEI Activities’ by Federal Contractors and Subcontractors
No Extra Hurdle for Majority-Group Plaintiffs Bringing New Jersey Discrimination Claims
10th Annual Safe + Sound Week Slated for August
Security Clearance Compensation Climbs to Record High
Global Talent on the Move: Business School Candidates Seek to Upskill, Not Pivot, as International Mobility Realigns

Upcoming Events

Staffing Sales Rebound in Fourth Quarter

Plan for These ASA Webinars This Month—Complimentary to Members

The next few weeks will be full of complimentary educational opportunities from ASA. These upcoming ASA webinars can help you understand industry trends, boost your business, and more.

April 2—”PAGA Reform in California: From Million-Dollar Mayhem to Meaningful Penalty Reduction
Staffing firms operating in California face disproportionate exposure to class actions and claims under the Private Attorneys General Act, but attorneys Joanna Monroe and Alma Piñan of Staffing GC will look at how recent PAGA reforms present an opportunity for employers to reduce potential penalties. Sponsored by Staffing GC, an ASA legal sponsor.

April 6—”ASA Economic and Staffing Forecast | April 2026
In the next installment of this monthly webinar series—only for ASA members—members of the ASA research team will share expert analysis to help you navigate the dynamic landscape of the staffing industry with confidence and foresight.

April 7—”Ways to Grow Your Business and Stop Leaving Money on the Table
Shad Tidler of Lushin Inc. will help attendees see what might be impeding their growth and share tips for growing business with current clients.

April 14—”The Relationship Advantage: Networking for Long-Term Success
Networking doesn’t have to feel awkward or transactional. In this webinar, Cordelia Calderon of Tracker will reframe networking as a practical, repeatable approach to building trust and long-term professional relationships.

April 28—”Driving Change: The Three Shifts for Acceleration and Evolution
It can be a challenge for business leaders to navigate roadblocks with purpose and alignment—unless their teams are ready to design and drive change. Amy Yackowski, founder of Painted Porch Strategies, will discuss ways to turn obstacles into opportunities for growth and transformation.

April 30—”The Virtual Recruiter Experience: How Agentic and Voice AI Are Reshaping Candidate Engagement in Staffing
Emily Alaimo, CSP, and Daniel Dallala of ASA corporate partner ConverzAI will explore how leading staffing firms are using agentic and voice artificial intelligence tools to improve candidate screening and engagement. Sponsored by ConverzAI.

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.

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ASA Networking Call Tomorrow for Office–Administrative Professionals

Don’t miss tomorrow’s networking call “Office–Administrative Staffing 2.0: Reframing Value in an AI-Shaped Workplace,” 1–2 p.m. Eastern time. As artificial intelligence and automation continue to reshape the workplace, office–administrative roles are evolving—tasks are shifting, responsibilities are expanding, and expectations are changing. Get insights from industry peers on how you can identify the real problems clients are struggling with; educate clients on the evolving value of office–administrative talent; and reposition your desk, conversations, and value proposition to stay ahead.

This virtual networking call will be facilitated by Josh Britton of Express Employment Professionals and Leona Willener, CSP, of Front Range Staffing and will feature guest speaker Kortney Harmon of Crelate. The call qualifies for continuing education hours toward ASA certification renewal.

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