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A program directed to the new, nearly new, or those staffing industry professionals looking to get a “back to basics” bootcamp. This is a comprehensive one-day deep dive into the wonderful world of staffing. Attendees will work in groups to brainstorm, solve problems, and role-play. Upon completion of this workshop, attendees will be able to […]

A program directed to the more experienced recruiters, sales representatives, and managers looking to overcome challenges facing the staffing industry. Attendees will work in groups to brainstorm, solve problems, and role-play. Upon completion of this workshop, attendees will be able to execute on overcoming challenges by using effective problem solving. Sample topics include: Strategic Recruitment […]

Not only can Employee Handbooks serve as introduction to your company and its culture, Employee Handbooks can be your first and most formidable defense against a lawsuit.  In this seminar we will explore and discuss the most pertinent provisions to include in an Employee Handbook.  Further, we will discuss the importance and legal requirements of […]

The Massachusetts Staffing Association's 2019 Annual Conference This event is going to be an action-packed, informative and engaging day! With over 15 top-notch national, regional and local speakers aligned with general sessions and afternoon panels, this is the must-attend event of the 2019 calendar. The morning session will include a keynote from leading economist Catherine […]

Staffing firms take on more risk, with less direct control, than traditional enterprises. Clients demand staffing firms immunize them from the resulting consequences and liabilities. A firm’s willingness and capacity to assume risk creates a competitive advantage. Effectively managing that risk is critical to financial stability. This program will highlight the most common exposures faced […]

11:00AM Shotgun Start On May 20, 2019, we will be hosting our Annual Golf Tournament and Silent Auction at The Renaissance Country Club in Haverhill, MA. We anticipate approximately 150 guests from the staffing and recruiting industry at this function. This is an excellent opportunity to network with executives and principals of the staffing industry. […]

This four-part series is designed for a small group of leaders willing to explore four key topics in a non-competitive discussion.  Each two-hour session will be structured in a roundtable open discussion format.  All participants must come with a willingness to share ideas, challenges and opportunities.  The four topics that will be covered include: Communication – What is […]

Paid Family Medical Leave Act update. Massachusetts’ landmark 2018 Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) law Paid establishes a system for paid family leave of up to 12 weeks to care for a family member, and up to 20 weeks for employees’ own illness.  Beginning in 2019, employers pay a tax assessment to fund the leave, […]

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BEST PRACTICES FOR INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS, DOCUMENTATION  & EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENTS The staffing industry is subject to ever-increasing regulatory mandates requiring frequent re-examination of internal standards, practices and employment agreements. Recent massachusetts legislation on pay equity and non-competes are among the changes necessitating adjustment of exisiting practices. This session will provide practical guidance on: (1) assessing the […]

Your Clients Sins: how state and federal employment laws can make staffing agencies liable for their clients’ mistakes. The seminar will cover the variety of state and federal laws regulating staffing agencies and other employers in Massachusetts that can create shared liability for non-compliance with employment laws.   Attendees will learn how to protect themselves by […]