[Stage] Jay Ramos - Smart Scaling through Outsourcing

On Take the Stage, presented by Haley Marketing, we bring you the BEST speakers, coaches, trainers, and strategic partners from across the staffing and recruiting industry every other week. More than your standard interview, each conversation is built off of a specific session or topic these industry thought leaders bring to conferences and audiences around the country. KEY MOMENTS In this episode of Take the Stage, Jay Ramos discusses the benefits of outsourcing functions in a staffing business and when to consider it. He highlights areas such as appointment setting, timekeeping, and collections that can be easily outsourced. Jay also shares his personal journey into the outsourcing mindset and the impact it has had on his business. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining company culture when working with outsourced teams and suggests including them in team meetings and events. Jay also discusses the California Staffing Professionals (CSP)  and their role in building a community and advocating for the staffing industry in California.   ABOUT THE SPEAKERS Brad Bialy  (LinkedIn) Brad Bialy has a deep passion for helping staffing and recruiting firms achieve their business objectives through strategic digital marketing. For over a decade, Brad has developed a proven track record of motivating and educating staffing industry professionals at over 100 industry-specific conferences and webinars.    As a visionary leader, Brad has helped guide the comprehensive marketing strategy of more than 300 staffing and recruiting firms. His keen eye for strategy and delivery has resulted in multiple industry award-winning social media campaigns, making him a sought-after expert and speaker in the industry.    Jay Ramos (LinkedIn) Jay Ramos began his staffing career in 2000 as an intern at Amtec, quickly establishing himself with a blend of humor and a genuine affinity for connecting with people. His dedication saw him rise through the ranks, transitioning from a full-time recruiter to President and part owner of Amtec. Jay’s commitment to fostering long-term client relationships and his innate drive to assist others have been instrumental in his success.  In 2008, Jay played a pivotal role in launching Amtec Global Solutions Inc., an offshore firm based in the Philippines. This initiative has significantly contributed to delivering cost-effective, high-quality recruiting, virtual assistant, marketing, and accounting services to U.S. companies.  Jay's achievements were recently highlighted when he was honored with the Staffing Professional of the Year award by the California Staffing Professionals Association. Additionally, he received the prestigious Essey Award, recognizing his significant impact and leadership in the industry. Jay also serves as the State President of California Staffing Professionals, further demonstrating his leadership and influence in the field.  Outside of work, Jay finds immense fulfillment in nurturing organizational growth and mentoring aspiring leaders. Jay has been happily married to Christine for 23 years, and together they cherish their time with their 22-year-old daughter. In his leisure moments, Jay enjoys surfing, boating, swimming, SCUBA diving, and exploring new destinations around the globe.