Former Executive VP and Staffing and Franchise Industry Leader is set to Carry Spherion Toward a New Period of Strategic Growth
In February, Spherion Staffing and Recruiting (Spherion) announced the appointment of Kathy George as president. With a 20-year tenure at Spherion and broad experience in both the staffing and franchise industries, George will oversee the company’s operations and drive purposeful growth.
In her years at Spherion, George has refined her expertise and gained a profound understanding of the franchise community, organization and staffing industry. Her experience has also provided her with a keen understanding of job market conditions and economic trends which will prove crucial for strategic decision-making and long-term success.
With broad experience right from hands-on recruiting and sales to several leadership roles in the industry and at Spherion, George has played a pivotal role in defining Spherion’s place as a leader in the staffing and recruiting industry. She has helped to steer the company through changing market dynamics and a pandemic with resilience and foresight. Most recently, she closely supported Spherion’s network of franchise business owners where she was able to provide insight into localized sales and recruitment strategies, assisting growth and increasing revenues for franchisees.
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“Our franchisees truly embody our core principles every day, investing their time, energy and passion into creating inclusive workplaces and opportunities for the clients and the candidates we serve. They are the heartbeat of Spherion. Together, we will continue to not only build businesses but shape futures and make a tangible impact in the lives of countless individuals and communities.”
“AFTER BEING A PART OF THE SPHERION FAMILY FOR MORE THAN 20 YEARS, IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO CAPTURE HOW MUCH THIS FRANCHISE COMMUNITY MEANS TO ME IN A FEW SHORT SENTENCES. AS I STEP INTO THIS NEW ROLE, I AM INCREDIBLY HUMBLED TO LEAD SUCH A REMARKABLE ORGANIZATION."
Kathy George, Spherion President
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Remaining at the forefront of job market trends to ensure Spherion’s agility when faced with changing workplace dynamics, George has also shown her commitment to organizational growth and inclusivity. As the head of the company’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Council, she has been key to leading impactful initiatives, promoting a culture of equal opportunity within the Spherion franchise community and beyond. While continuing to prioritize inclusivity, in this role she will also overseeing strategic expansion initiatives supporting Spherion’s continued growth and success.
“I am honored to congratulate Kathy on her appointment as president of Spherion and look forward to working closely with her to reach our shared goals for both our organizations and the staffing industry as a whole,” said Marc-Etienne Julien, CEO of Randstad North America. “As we focus on 2024, I am confident that we have created a solid foundation for the future and have the right leaders in place to further our aspiration of becoming the world’s most equitable and specialized talent company.”
George is also actively involved with key organizations that drive innovation in their fields, such as the American Staffing Association (ASA), Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) and the International Franchise Association (IFA) where she has received the credential as a Certified Franchise Executive (CFE).
Spherion supports the power of local via a network of independent and empowered franchisees who enrich their communities by facilitating employment opportunities every day. Their successes bring investments back into the neighborhoods where they live and work. The power of Spherion is in its local roots.
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About Spherion
Spherion stands out as a leader in the staffing and recruiting industry, with more than 75 years of experience. Spherion leverages the power of “local” to support its broad network of independent franchisees. Staying true to the tagline, Let’s Get to Work, Spherion offers temporary, temp-to-hire, direct hire, and managed hiring services to over 4,000 businesses across the nation. Recognized as a Top 100 staffing company to Work For, a Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review, and ranking #63 on Entrepreneur magazine’s 2024 Franchise 500 list, Spherion reliably adapts to ever-changing demands in America’s workforce. Backed by the world’s most equitable and specialized talent company, Spherion’s franchise model provides superior recruiting and staffing solutions.
