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News about Kelly Services, Inc. (Nasdaq: KELYA, KELYB) focuses on its role as a specialty talent solutions provider in the human resources consulting and staffing industry. Company press releases and updates cover topics such as financial results, workforce trends, segment performance, and developments in its outsourcing and consulting businesses. Investors and observers can follow how Kelly reports on revenue from services, segment dynamics, and factors influencing demand across its Professional & Industrial, Science, Education, Outsourcing & Consulting Group, and International operations.
Kelly’s news flow also highlights its broader workforce solutions capabilities. Announcements from KellyOCG and KellyOCG + Sevenstep describe recognition in industry rankings for managed service provider (MSP), recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), services procurement, and total workforce solutions. These items provide insight into how Kelly’s outsourcing and consulting group positions itself in areas such as contingent workforce management, statement of work solutions, and total talent management.
Education and technology are recurring themes in Kelly-related news. Kelly Education issues updates on initiatives like the LEARN Standards, a framework designed to professionalize and support substitute teachers and paraeducators by defining core competencies. Motion Recruitment, a Kelly company, publishes a Tech Salary Guide that analyzes compensation and hiring trends across technology roles, including data and AI, platform engineering, and cybersecurity. These releases give context on how Kelly and its affiliated businesses respond to shifts in skills demand and workplace expectations.
Other news items include research findings from the Kelly Global Re:work Report, which explores how executives and workers view artificial intelligence and its impact on careers, as well as announcements about participation in investor conferences and corporate governance developments such as stockholder rights plans. Readers who follow KELYA news can use this stream of information to understand how Kelly communicates its strategy, reacts to labor market changes, and manages its relationships with clients, workers, and shareholders.
Kelly (KELYA) announced the completion of its CFO transition, with Troy Anderson, who joined in October 2024, succeeding Olivier Thirot effective December 2, 2024. Thirot will continue serving as a strategic advisor after retiring as an officer. Anderson expressed commitment to accelerating growth, expanding EBITDA margins, and creating shareholder value. The company also announced its participation in the Sidoti Virtual Investor Conference on December 4, 2024, where executives will conduct one-on-one meetings.
KellyOCG has secured the top position in HRO Today's 2024 Total Workforce Solutions Baker's Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings. The company ranked highest in 'Quality of Service' and 'Size of Deal' categories, demonstrating excellence in managed services provider (MSP) and recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) solutions.
The ranking is based on customer satisfaction surveys from nearly 500 companies. KellyOCG's success is attributed to significant investments in MSP and RPO offerings, their advanced technology platform Helix, and expert team delivery. The company further expanded its global presence through the acquisition of Sevenstep as part of Kelly's purchase of Motion Recruitment Partners.
Kelly (KELYA) has acquired Children's Therapy Center (CTC), a Minnesota-based provider of occupational, physical, and speech therapy for children. CTC will be integrated into Kelly Education's Pediatric Therapy Services (PTS) portfolio, expanding services to Minnesota school districts. The acquisition enhances Kelly's presence in the high-margin therapeutic services segment and offers therapists flexibility to practice in both clinical and school settings. CTC operates from Eagan and Apple Valley, MN, serving children from birth to eighteen years old. The acquisition terms were not disclosed.
Kelly has been named of the Year by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) in the category of companies with up to $10 billion in annual revenue. The recognition highlights Kelly's leadership in supplier and business diversity. Through its Supplier Diversity, Equity & Inclusion program, Kelly provides resources, mentorship, and networking opportunities to minority-owned and women-owned businesses. In 2023, the company achieved a 4% year-over-year revenue increase for its diverse suppliers and contributed to creating over 25,000 jobs through diverse suppliers.
Kelly has earned the 2025 Military Friendly® Employer and Military Friendly® Spouse Employer designations, marking its 10th year of recognition. The company achieved Gold category status among over 1,200 participating organizations. Through its Veteran Affinity Group, Kelly has hired more than 7,400 veterans in 2024 alone. The company partners with military bases, workforce centers, and organizations like Private Public Partnership and Hiring Our Heroes to connect service members with employment opportunities.
The evaluation process included public data sources and proprietary survey responses, with final ratings determined by combining survey scores and assessments of recruitment, retention, turnover, and advancement of military personnel.
Kelly (KELYA) reported Q3 2024 revenue of $1.04 billion, down 7.1% year-over-year, primarily due to the sale of European staffing operations. Excluding this sale and the MRP acquisition, organic revenue declined 0.2%. Q3 operating earnings were $2.6 million, with adjusted earnings at $11.7 million, down 24.5%. The company reported earnings per share of $0.02, compared to $0.18 in Q3 2023, with adjusted EPS at $0.21 versus $0.50. Education segment showed double-digit growth, while MSP and RPO revenue remained stable. The board declared a dividend of $0.075 per share, payable December 4, 2024.
Kelly, a global specialty talent solutions provider, has announced its third-quarter 2024 earnings release and conference call schedule. The company will release earnings before market opening on Thursday, November 7, 2024, accompanied by a financial presentation on their Investor Relations webpage.
A conference call will be held at 9 a.m. ET the same day, accessible via kellyservices.com or by phone using access code 5728672. A recording will be available after 1:30 p.m. ET using access code 9480328#, accessible through both the website and phone numbers (866) 207-1041 (toll-free) or (402) 970-0847 (caller-paid).
Kelly Education and Elevate K-12 have announced a strategic partnership to address the teacher vacancy crisis in U.S. schools. This collaboration combines Kelly Education's network of classroom coaches with Elevate K-12's virtual teaching platform and certified teacher pool. The partnership aims to provide school districts with a seamless staffing solution that integrates LIVE virtual instruction with on-ground support, ensuring effective education without compromising quality.
Kelly Education, serving over 10,000 school partners, and Elevate K-12, having taught more than 350,000 students, will work together to offer a holistic educational experience. This initiative addresses the challenges of unfilled positions and expanding class sizes, providing schools with additional resources to maintain the continuity of learning.
Kelly has been recognized as a Leader in Everest Group's 2024 US Contingent Staffing PEAK Matrix® assessments for both business and professional as well as industrial staffing. The company received the highest marks for vision and capability among business and professional workforce providers. Kelly's leadership position is attributed to its:
- Diverse industry portfolio
- Statement-of-work-driven approach
- Expertise in contact center outsourcing through KellyConnect®
- Focus on resilient industrial segments
- Upskilling solutions
- Investments in technology, including the Kelly Now® digital staffing platform
Kelly's innovative solutions, such as Skilled Professional Solutions (SPS) and KellyConnect, offer clients flexible staffing options and provide enhanced benefits to workers. The company's recognition highlights its commitment to connecting job seekers with clients through creative staffing solutions.
Kelly Engineering® has been named a Leader and Star Performer on Everest Group's 2024 PEAK Matrix® Assessment for US Engineering Contingent Talent and Strategic Solutions, marking its third consecutive year as a Leader in the engineering category. Kelly earned the highest marks for vision and capability among evaluated providers.
The assessment is based on market impact, vision, and capability across seven categories. Kelly Engineering's success is attributed to its ability to cater to diverse industries, source in-demand engineering talent, and expand offerings in engineering managed services. The company specializes in recruiting expert engineering talent in industries such as semi-conductors, industrial automation, automotive, and medical devices, providing a full range of services from statementworX™ SOW solutions to direct hire.