Spherion’s Kathy George Named to SIA’s 2025 Global Power 150 Women in Staffing List

President of Leading U.S. Staffing & Recruiting Franchise Recognized for Strengthening Sales Leadership, Compliance Readiness, and Community Impact

ATLANTA — Spherion Staffing and Recruiting (Spherion) announced today that President Kathy George was once again named to Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) prestigious Global Power 150 Women in Staffing list, honoring leaders worldwide who are reshaping the staffing industry through measurable impact and transformative leadership.

George earned recognition this year for spearheading initiatives that strengthened Spherion’s performance and resilience across its 180+ offices nationwide. Within her first year of presidency, she pioneered a new sales leadership structure, which added Vice Presidents of Sales and Sales Enablement. These strategic moves sharpened client acquisition efforts, improved established client relationships, and positioned the brand for continued growth and community impact in 2025 and beyond. 

“I’m humbled to be recognized by SIA and be included in the Global Power 150 Women in Staffing list,” said George. “This award is especially meaningful because it celebrates women whose leadership and vision drive growth across the staffing industry. It’s an honor to be included alongside so many remarkable women leaders who are shaping the future of our field. At Spherion, our success is built on the dedication of our franchise owners, corporate team, and community partners who continually inspire me with their commitment to drive careers, grow businesses, and better the communities we call home.

Beyond business performance, George founded Spherion’s Community Impact Council to foster collaboration between corporate leaders, franchisees, and colleagues, strengthening the company’s long-standing commitment to service and community engagement. Outside of Spherion, George has personally sponsored more than 30 women through Women for Women International’s Stronger Women, Stronger Nations program and continues to champion causes such as March of Dimes and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

In addition to her role as President of Spherion, George is a Certified Franchise Executive through the International Franchise Association and an active contributor to industry conversations as a speaker at ASA’s Staffing World, DisruptHR, and the Franchise Leadership & Development Conference. She also serves as a member of Women of Color in Staffing (WOCIS) and the Forbes HR Council.

George’s endeavors have been celebrated with many industry recognitions this year, including, most recently, a feature in Franchise Dictionary Magazine’s 50 Women of Wonder 2025 Issue, which honors women whose vision and resilience are shaping the future of franchising.  

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.