KELYA to transition SET leadership; CEO to oversee segment interim

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Kelly Services announced that Daniel H. Malan, Senior Vice President and President of its Science, Engineering & Technology segment, will separate from the company effective November 28, 2025. The company stated that the material terms of his separation arrangements will be reported when finalized. Mr. Malan is one of the named executive officers listed in Kelly’s 2025 proxy statement.

Kelly has engaged a nationally recognized firm to conduct a comprehensive search for a successor with experience in enhancing go-to-market strategies, capitalizing on opportunities created by artificial intelligence, and driving profitable growth. In the interim, Chief Executive Officer Chris Layden will be closely involved in managing the Science, Engineering & Technology segment to maintain service levels and keep strategic initiatives on track.

Insights

Corporate governance analyst

Leadership change in a key segment; interim oversight by CEO.

The company disclosed the planned separation of the SVP and President of the Science, Engineering & Technology segment effective November 28, 2025. As a named executive officer leading a core business line, this is a notable leadership transition, but the timing and terms will be disclosed once finalized.

Kelly has retained a nationally recognized search firm, indicating an organized process to find a successor with strengths in go-to-market execution, use of artificial intelligence, and profitable growth. During the transition, CEO Chris Layden will be closely involved with the segment to sustain customer and talent service levels and continue strategic initiatives.

The impact will largely depend on the speed of the search and continuity within the segment. Subsequent disclosures may provide finalized separation terms and successor details.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): November 12, 2025

KELLY SERVICES, INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

DELAWARE		000-01088		38-1510762
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(IRS Employer Identification Number)

999 WEST BIG BEAVER ROAD

TROY, MICHIGAN 48084

(Address of Principal Executive Offices)

(Zip Code)

(248) 362-4444

(Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of Each Class		Trading Symbol		Name of Each Exchange on Which Registered
Class A Common Stock, $1.00 par value per share		KELYA		The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC
Class B Common Stock, $1.00 par value per share		KELYB		The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers.

Effective November 28, 2025, Daniel H. Malan, Senior Vice President and President Science, Engineering & Technology, will separate from Kelly Services, Inc. The material terms of Mr. Malan’s separation arrangements will be reported at the time they are finalized. Mr. Malan is one of the named executive officers included in the Company’s 2025 proxy statement filed on April 14, 2025.

The Company has engaged a nationally recognized firm to conduct a comprehensive search for a successor with significant experience enhancing go-to-market strategies, capitalizing on opportunities created by artificial intelligence, and driving profitable growth. In the interim, Chris Layden, Chief Executive Officer, will be closely involved in the management of the Science, Engineering & Technology segment to maintain a high level of service to customers and talent while ensuring strategic initiatives currently underway continue as planned.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, hereunto duly authorized.

						KELLY SERVICES, INC.
Date: November 13, 2025						/s/ Vanessa Peterson Williams
						Vanessa Peterson Williams
						EVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

FAQ

What did Kelly Services (KELYA) announce?

Kelly Services stated that Daniel H. Malan, SVP and President of Science, Engineering & Technology, will separate from the company effective November 28, 2025.

Who will oversee the Science, Engineering & Technology segment during the transition at KELYA?

Chief Executive Officer Chris Layden will be closely involved in managing the segment to maintain service levels and keep strategic initiatives on track.

Has Kelly Services disclosed Daniel Malan’s separation terms?

The company said the material terms of Mr. Malan’s separation arrangements will be reported when they are finalized.

How is Kelly Services conducting the search for a successor?

Kelly has engaged a nationally recognized firm to conduct a comprehensive search for a successor with experience in go-to-market strategy, AI opportunities, and profitable growth.

Is Daniel Malan a named executive officer at Kelly Services?

Yes. He is listed as a named executive officer in the company’s 2025 proxy statement filed on April 14, 2025.