October 3, 2025

THRIVE Live and Staffing World Happen Next Week—You Can Still Register

THRIVE Live and Staffing World® take place next week—THRIVE Live, presented by the ASA women in leadership interest group, is Oct. 5–6 at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, FL, and Staffing World, the ASA annual convention and expo, is Oct. 6–8 at the same location in Orlando.

Don’t miss your chance to get solutions for overcoming challenges—and strategies to accelerate your growth. Go to staffingworld.net to register and connect with your peers in Orlando. Already registered? Colleagues from your staffing company will save 15% on their full registration packages.

Understanding the State of the Labor Market
Revelio Public Labor Statistics, Amid Government Shutdown, Reports U.S. Economy Added 60,000 Jobs in September
NFIB: Job Openings Remain Steady
UCLA Anderson Forecast: Weakness Persists in U.S. Economy, Recovery Not Expected Until 2026
ISM: Services Sector Activity Edged Down in September
In a Sea of Tech Talent, Companies Can’t Find the Workers They Want
Leadership Shift at OFCCP, EEOC
Employer’s Failure to Require Confidentiality Agreements Leads to Dismissal of Trade Secret Claims
California Announces Record $1.35 Million Fine for Job Application Mistakes
New York State Passes Law That Threatens to Create a Patchwork Approach to Private-Sector Labor Law
Hiring and Wage and Hour Law in Colorado
Minnesota Provides Guidance on 2026 Meal and Work Break Amendments
September Job Cuts Fall 37% From August
BLS: Employee Benefits in the U.S.

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Help Advance the Industry by Volunteering With ASA

Are you looking for opportunities to contribute your skills and insights in the staffing industry, and serve as an industry leader? ASA is currently seeking dedicated members for volunteer committees and councils.

ASA needs your skills, insight, and unique perspective so it can continue to provide timely, valuable resources to members. Apply for a volunteer opportunity to work directly with other members, learn about workforce trends and best practices, and build on your experience to become a thought leader with the association.

Log in to ASA Central and visit the volunteer page to find an opportunity that fits your interests.

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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 Sept. 28.

All Virtual Staffing
Huntington Beach, CA
AlohaHP–Workforce Solutions
Honolulu, HI
Tekrecruiter
Fort Lauderdale, FL

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