Spherion’s Kathy George Named to SIA’s 2024 Global Power 150 Women in Staffing List

Leading U.S. Staffing & Recruiting Firm President Celebrated for Impactful Leadership and Global Philanthropy

ATLANTA — Spherion Staffing and Recruiting (Spherion) announced today that President Kathy George was named by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) to its prestigious Global Power 150 Women in Staffing list. 

Recognizing 100 women from North America and 50 from around the world, the list honors women who have made a quantifiable impact within their team, such as implementing a new work arrangement, spearheading an initiative or demonstrating leadership that resulted in increased revenue or cost savings. George was recognized for exceptional leadership in driving growth, innovation and positive change within Spherion and the staffing industry.

George has been pivotal in shaping Spherion’s people-first strategy and culture that unites nearly 200 franchise locations nationwide around a shared vision: driving careers, growing businesses and bettering local communities. Her dedication to mentorship and empowering women has cultivated an environment where innovation and collaboration flourish. This culture has led to tangible successes, with George’s leadership in 2024 driving significant lifts in employer partnerships and brand awareness that are helping push the company forward.

“I am deeply honored to be recognized by SIA alongside such an inspiring group of women. This accomplishment is a testament to the incredible support and dedication of the Spherion family and our franchise community. I am also grateful to the remarkable women who have mentored and inspired me throughout my journey,” said George. “I’m proud to continue their legacy by empowering and uplifting other women in our organization, within our industry and beyond. We must continue to foster a culture that believes in the power of mentorship and the importance of diverse leadership.”

Beyond her professional achievements, George’s commitment to women’s empowerment is reflected in her involvement with impactful programs like Women for Women International, which supports female survivors of war with essential resources, and Spherion’s Community Giveback Program, which contributes to local non-profits. Her leadership has also solidified Spherion’s position as America’s most awarded staffing and recruiting franchise with notable recognitions from Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine and Franchise Business Review.

Spherion brandishes the power of local through a network of independent and empowered franchisees. Each Spherion franchisee enriches their community through connecting and facilitating employment opportunities every day — and when they’re successful together, their investments flow back into the neighborhoods where they live and work. The power of Spherion is in its local roots.

For more information about available franchise opportunities with Spherion, please visit spherion.com/franchising.