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TrueBlue, Inc. provides specialized workforce solutions that connect employers with contingent labor, on-demand staffing, workforce management and recruiting services. Its operating brands include PeopleReady, PeopleScout, Staff Management | SMX, Centerline, SIMOS and Healthcare Staffing Professionals, with activity across light industrial, skilled labor, commercial driver, healthcare staffing and talent acquisition markets.
TrueBlue news commonly covers quarterly earnings, demand trends in staffing markets, organic growth, cost discipline, liquidity and credit capacity, and performance in skilled verticals. Company updates also include leadership appointments within operating businesses, investor conference participation, governance matters, shareholder engagement and developments tied to board refreshment or proxy-related activity.
PeopleReady has announced the appointment of Margaret Tuohy as head of product, aiming to advance its digital transformation and product innovation strategies. This follows the launch of enhanced tools and a refreshed brand to improve workforce connectivity. Tuohy, previously with ADP and CNN Digital, brings valuable product management experience. The company aims to enhance its JobStack app and facilitate a seamless user experience for its over 40,000 associates monthly. PeopleReady's commitment to connecting people with work is emphasized throughout this transition.
TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) announced that CEO Patrick Beharelle and CFO Derrek Gafford will present at the Sidoti Virtual Investor Conference on June 23, 2021, starting at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time. A live webcast and replay will be accessible via TrueBlue’s Investor Relations website.
TrueBlue is a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions, connecting approximately 490,000 people with work in 2020. Its segments include PeopleReady for industrial staffing, PeopleManagement for contingent staffing, and PeopleScout for recruitment process outsourcing.
PeopleReady, a staffing leader based in Tacoma, Wash., was awarded seven 2021 Vega Digital Awards by the International Awards Associate (IAA) for its outstanding digital transformation and branding initiatives. Recognized for its JobStack® app, which won gold for best business mobile app, the company also received silver awards for best user experience and integrated mobile app. The branding refresh earned a gold award in branding, while the website redesign received a silver for best employment website and a bronze for best website redesign.
PeopleReady reports a significant rebound in part-time job availability, with around 1.2 million posts currently active, surpassing pre-pandemic levels by 23%. Approximately 309,000 part-time jobs were added in the last month alone, marking a 47% increase compared to 2020. This surge is attributed to the reopening of retailers and increased demand for positions like nannies and warehouse workers. Job seekers can find these opportunities through the JobStack app and upcoming nationwide hiring events.
The hospitality industry is experiencing a significant hiring surge as it recovers from pandemic impacts. A recent analysis by PeopleReady reveals a 58% increase in job postings year-over-year and a 28% rise compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019, totaling around 1.3 million job openings. Key roles in demand include waitstaff, bartenders, and cooks. PeopleReady emphasizes abundant opportunities for job seekers, especially in short-term gig work, as normalcy returns with events and activities.
PeopleReady, a staffing leader, earned seven NYX MarCom Awards for its innovative work in connecting people and jobs. The awards included three Grand awards for its employee engagement campaign, website redesign, and the JobStack app, which facilitated job seekers during the pandemic. Additionally, the brand refresh focused on the Within Reach™ promise, garnered a gold award, alongside two gold and one silver awards for media relations. President Taryn Owen emphasized the importance of innovation in adapting to the changing world of work.
TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) announced CEO Patrick Beharelle and CFO Derrek Gafford will attend the Baird Global Consumer, Technology & Services Virtual Investor Conference on June 8, 2021. TrueBlue specializes in workforce solutions, connecting around 490,000 people to jobs in 2020. Its segments include PeopleReady for on-demand staffing, PeopleManagement for contingent staffing, and PeopleScout for recruitment outsourcing. This engagement highlights TrueBlue's commitment to business growth and productivity enhancements.
As graduation season approaches, PeopleReady Skilled Trades encourages new graduates to consider careers in skilled trades due to a significant job demand. Currently, there are approximately 281,000 active job openings in the sector, with postings up 46% year-over-year and 32% compared to pre-pandemic levels. The average hourly wage stands at $22.50, equating to nearly $47,000 annually. The company emphasizes the importance of technical training and apprenticeship programs, noting that jobs in skilled trades thrived during economic downturns, providing security and competitive pay.
PeopleReady announces a partnership with two-time Indy 500 champion Takuma Sato to promote their staffing services through a new advertisement. The ad emphasizes PeopleReady's efficiency in connecting job seekers with opportunities, airing on NBC, CTV, and social media leading up to the 2021 Indianapolis 500. Sponsored by PeopleReady, Sato and teammate Graham Rahal represent the brand to millions of race fans. The company, a leader in on-demand labor, aims to showcase its capabilities and reach within blue-collar industries.
The U.S. job market is rebounding, with over 14 million active job postings surpassing 9.7 million unemployed individuals by 4 million. According to PeopleReady, demand for temporary jobs is rising, including significant increases for warehouse attendants (289%), store associates (256%), and personal shoppers (140%). Taryn Owen, President of PeopleReady, highlights this trend as beneficial for workers seeking flexible employment. To aid job seekers, PeopleReady is hosting a nationwide hiring event accessible via the JobStack app, website, and local offices.