January 9, 2026

Innovative Staff Solutions Acquires Inter-Connect Employment Services
Employbridge Announces Appointment of Janette Marx as CEO
BLS: Staffing Employment Decreased in December
New York Fed: Labor Market Expectations Deteriorate as Job Finding Expectations Reach Series Low
U.S. Small Business Employment Remains Consistent Throughout 2025
NFIB: Owners Report Mixed Employment Conditions
Peak Performers to Pay $160,000 in EEOC Disability Lawsuit
James Murphy and Scott Mayer Sworn In as Members of National Labor Relations Board
Data Privacy Awareness Month—Managing Employee Data Privacy and Breach Risk
New California Laws Require Employers to Get Serious With Pay Transparency, Equality, and Reporting
California Labor Commissioner Publishes Updated Paid Sick Leave Posting
State Employment and Unemployment—November 2025
Adecco: Workers Return to Ambition, but Security and Support for Agility Rules

Upcoming Events

ASA Webinar Next Week on the Economic and Staffing Forecast—Complimentary to Members

Don’t miss Monday’s “ASA Economic and Staffing Forecast | January 2026.” The next installment of this monthly webinar series—only for ASA members—takes place 1–1:30 p.m. Eastern time. The ASA research team will share expert analysis to help you navigate the dynamic landscape of the staffing industry with confidence and foresight.

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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New ASA Interactive Masterclass Series Starts Next Week

Don’t miss the first session of the new “ASA Interactive Masterclass Series, Session 1: Unlock Your Sales Potential With Tom Erb.” It takes place Monday 1–2 p.m. Eastern time.

In this exclusive ASA Interactive Masterclass Series, designed to transform your approach to sales through a highly interactive and engaging learning environment, Tom Erb will help you articulate your unique market differentiators and discuss how to develop effective sales strategies.

The virtual series is limited to just 30 attendees, and each registered attendee will receive a free copy of Erb’s book Winning the Staffing Sales Game. Learn more and register at americanstaffing.net.

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Welcome New ASA Members

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

Blue Arbor
New Bern, NC
Fuse Staffing Services
Irving, TX
GMC Global Solutions
Norcross, GA
Mega Professionals
East Providence, RI

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