Critical Challenges & Opportunities

The staffing industry is standing at a crossroads. Immigration enforcement is tightening. Tariffs are reshaping supply chains. AI isn’t just hype—it’s already rewriting how we recruit, vet, and deliver talent. These are the critical challenges facing our industry today. But hidden inside each challenge is also an opportunity—if you’re ready to adapt. That’s exactly what we’ll be unpacking in Episode 50 of The Staffing Playbook Podcast, Powered by YES “Critical Challenges & Opportunities: Reflection from Avionté Connect 2025.” 📅 Date: August 22, 2025 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM MDT 🎙️ Hosts: Steven Farrell, CSP & Genevieve Bourgeois 👥 Guest Speakers: Reed Laws & Marc Webb Sponsored by: Staffing Referrals We’ll dive deep into: Immigration & Compliance: Why the era of paper I-9s is over and what “leading with compliance” really means. Tariffs & Supply Chains: How global costs trickle down to local labor needs—and where staffing firms can step in. AI’s Real Impact: Beyond the buzzwords—how AI is already shaping hiring, compliance, and candidate value. New Growth Areas: From semiconductor reshoring to centralized logistics hubs—where staffing demand is set to surge. Strategic Frameworks: Why being “stuck in the middle” is the most dangerous place for a staffing firm today. This isn’t theory. These are hard realities shaping the next decade of staffing. If you’re in leadership, sales, or operations—you need to hear this. 👉 Join us live and be part of the conversation. #Staffing #Recruiting #Compliance #AI #SupplyChain #TheStaffingPlaybook