April 21, 2026

It’s Not Too Late to Join Your Peers This Week at ASA THRIVE Virtual

This Thursday, go online for a unique virtual event presented by the ASA women in leadership interest group. ASA THRIVE Virtual 2026 takes place April 23 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. Eastern time, and it’s your chance to learn from and connect with women leaders in the industry.

The THRIVE Virtual agenda is designed to pack practical leadership insights, forward-focused strategies, and meaningful peer connections into a single, concentrated afternoon. Visit americanstaffing.net/thrive to learn more and register.

The ASA women in leadership interest group is sponsored by ASA corporate partners Advance Partners, Bullhorn, and ClearlyRated, and by Avionté, Marsh McLennan Agency, Mee Derby, Sense, and T2 Insurance Solutions.

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Upcoming Events

ASA Scholarship Opportunity for Women Leaders

Are you a woman committed to a career in staffing? The ASA Women in Leadership Scholarship, launched in 2020 by the ASA women in leadership interest group, recognizes rising stars in the industry with free registration to THRIVE Live and Staffing World® in Denver. THRIVE Live takes place Oct. 11–12 this year and Staffing World, the ASA annual convention and expo, takes place Oct. 12–14.

For insights into the application process and tips on how to make your application stand out, attend the ASA networking call “Ask a 2025 Women in Leadership Scholarship Winner.” It takes place Thursday, April 30, 12 noon–1 p.m. Eastern time.

Visit americanstaffing.net to review the eligibility requirements and submit an application. Applications are due May 31.

The ASA women in leadership interest group is sponsored by ASA corporate partners Advance Partners, Bullhorn, and ClearlyRated, and by Avionté, Marsh McLennan Agency, Mee Derby, Sense, and T2 Insurance Solutions.

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