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PeopleScout, The Leader on HRO Today’s 2022 RPO Baker’s Dozen

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Global RPO provider ranked as an industry leader based on buyer feedback

Chicago — October 21, 2022 — PeopleScout has been recognized as a leader in Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) solutions on HRO Today’s annual RPO Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings.

The HRO Today Baker’s Dozen rankings are determined through a survey of current buyers of RPO services, and the annual list ranks the top 13 RPO providers globally. Providers are evaluated in three sub-categories: breadth of service, size of deal and quality of service.

“We are delighted to once again be named a leader on the annual Baker’s Dozen list for RPO,” said Taryn Owen, President & COO of TrueBlue. “Our commitment to our mission of connecting people and work, and helping our clients find the very best talent, is unshakeable. We thank our valued client partners for their trust in our ability to fulfill their unique recruitment needs and solve their hiring challenges in today’s ever-changing market.”

PeopleScout continues to deliver talent solutions that propel clients from now to next. Backed by its award-winning technology, Affinix™, the company is uniquely positioned to provide speed, scalability, and innovative solutions across the total workforce spectrum. In addition to its rankings on the RPO Baker’s Dozen list, as well as the EMEA, APAC, Managed Service Provider (MSP), and Total Workforce Solutions Baker’s Dozen lists, the company was also named an RPO Leader on Everest Group’s 2022 RPO PEAK Matrix and a Leader in every category of NelsonHall’s 2021 NEAT Vendor Evaluation for RPO.

Learn more about the 2022 RPO Baker’s Dozen on the HRO Today Magazine website.

About PeopleScout  
PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE:TBI) company, is a leading RPO provider managing talent solutions that span the global economy, with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. PeopleScout boasts 97% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s thousands of forward-looking talent professionals provide clients with the edge in the people business by consistently delivering now while anticipating what’s next. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience and optimizes the talent process through data and actionable insights. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging millions of candidates and contingent associates every year, PeopleScout has served clients in more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Toronto, Montreal, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon, and Bangalore. For more information, please visit www.peoplescout.com. 

Press Contact
Taylor Winchell
Senior Manager, External Communications
pr@trueblue.com
1-253-680-8291

PeopleScout Recognized for Culture Excellence in 2022 Top Workplaces Awards 

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Culture Excellence Awards are based entirely on employee survey feedback  

CHICAGO—June 1, 2022—PeopleScout is pleased to announce that it has been recognized with numerous Culture Excellence Awards in addition to its previously announced place on the 2022 Top Workplaces USA list.  

PeopleScout received four Culture Excellence Awards for Leadership, Innovation, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility.   

“At PeopleScout, we are deeply committed to cultivating impactful leadership, innovation and flexibility, and our connection to our purpose and values is core to who we are,” said Taryn Owen, President & COO of PeopleReady and PeopleScout. “This recognition for key aspects of our culture—especially knowing that it is based solely on the candid feedback of our talented employees—is evidence of our efforts to foster an environment where our people feel included, supported and valued.” 

“During this very challenging time, Top Workplaces has proven to be a beacon of light for organizations, as well as a sign of resiliency and strong business performance,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “When you give your employees a voice, you come together to navigate challenges and shape your path forward. Top Workplaces draw on real-time insights into what works best for their organization, so they can make informed decisions that have a positive impact on their people and their business.” 

These awards are designated using only employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by research partner Energage, LLC, a leading provider of technology-based employee engagement tools. The anonymous survey measures several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution and connection. 

About PeopleScout 
PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company, is a leading RPO provider managing talent solutions that span the global economy, with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. PeopleScout boasts 97% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s thousands of forward-looking talent professionals provide clients with the edge in the people business by consistently delivering now while anticipating what’s next. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience and optimizes the talent process through data and actionable insights. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging millions of candidates and contingent associates every year, PeopleScout has served clients in more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Toronto, Montreal, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. For more information, please visit www.peoplescout.com.   

About Energage 
Making the world a better place to work together. Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 14 years of culture research and the results from 23 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit Energage or Workplaces.  

Media Contact  
Caroline Sabetti  
Chief Marketing Officer, PeopleReady and PeopleScout   
& Senior Vice President of TrueBlue Communications  
csabetti@trueblue.com   
312.560.9173  

PeopleScout Named a 2022 Global Leader in Recruitment Process Outsourcing by Everest Group for Fourth Consecutive Year

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Everest Group also recognized PeopleScout as a Major Contender in EMEA 

CHICAGO – May 10, 2022 – PeopleScout has been named a Leader in Everest Group’s Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2022 for the fourth consecutive year. In addition, PeopleScout was also named a Major Contender in Everest Group’s debut RPO PEAK Matrix for EMEA. 

“PeopleScout continues to improve its value proposition by expanding its client portfolio across multiple industries, improving its delivery footprint, and investing in its Affinix platform”, said Aniruddha Kulkarni, Practice Director, Everest Group. “Its ability to manage high volume recruitment programs, flexible and agile service delivery approach, and the capabilities of its Affinix platform helped it position as a Leader in Everest Group’s Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2022 – Global.” 

Everest Group classifies RPO service providers into three ascending categories of Aspirants, Major Contenders and the highest designation, Leaders. Everest Group’s PEAK Matrix® framework assesses the market impact and overall delivery capability of RPO service providers. 

“As we continue to place our clients’ needs at the forefront, this designation by Everest Group is humbling validation of our commitment to fostering consultative, strategic partnerships with our clients,” said Taryn Owen, President & COO of PeopleReady and PeopleScout. “In addition, to be named a Major Contender in the EMEA market is incredibly encouraging as we continue to expand our global capabilities to help our clients around the world connect with the best talent.” 

Everest Group’s assessment of PeopleScout on this year’s PEAK Matrix highlighted the following key strengths:  

  • PeopleScout is one of the largest providers in the global RPO market, with a strong presence in North America and a growing presence in the UK and Asia Pacific markets. 
  • PeopleScout serves clients across all industries and has expertise in hiring both blue- and white-collar professionals. 
  • Referenced clients reported that recruitment expertise and relationship management capabilities were strengths of PeopleScout. 
  • PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition technology Affinix was recognized as a strong technology ecosystem, which includes an AI sourcing tool used to screen candidates sourced from public sources, existing talent pools and clients’ existing employees as well as its automated high-volume, virtual onboarding and internal mobility solutions. 
  • PeopleScout’s Affinix Analytics platform provides extensive dashboards as per clients’ needs, including visibility into requisition data, applicant data demographics, organizational diversity metrics and market benchmark data.  

Everest Group’s research is based on three key sources of information: its database of approximately 4,100 RPO deals, the operational capability of the 37 assessed RPO service providers and ongoing buyer surveys and interactions. To be named a Leader, RPO providers must have the highest maturity levels in market impact, vision and capability. 

To learn more about the RPO Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2022 visit the Everest Group website. 

About PeopleScout    
PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE:TBI) company, is a leading RPO provider managing talent solutions that span the global economy, with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. PeopleScout boasts 97% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s thousands of forward-looking talent professionals provide clients with the edge in the people business by consistently delivering now while anticipating what’s next. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience and optimizes the talent process through data and actionable insights. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging millions of candidates and contingent associates every year, PeopleScout has served clients in more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Toronto, Montreal, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. For more information, please visit www.peoplescout.com.   

Press Contact:   
Caroline Sabetti  
Chief Marketing Officer, PeopleReady and PeopleScout   
& Senior Vice President of TrueBlue Communications  
csabetti@trueblue.com  
312.560.9173 

TrueBlue’s PeopleReady, PeopleScout and PeopleManagement Named Top Workplaces for 2nd Consecutive Year

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Prestigious designation based on employee feedback related to company culture  

TACOMA, Wash.—Feb. 1, 2022—TrueBlue is pleased to announce that its PeopleReady, PeopleScout and PeopleManagement segments have all been designated as Top Workplaces USA based on feedback from employees.  

Those companies named to the Top Workplaces USA list are chosen based solely on the results gathered through an employee survey conducted by employee engagement technology partner Energage, LLC. The anonymous survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization, including alignment, execution and connection.  

“At TrueBlue, our employees are deeply committed to our mission to connect people and work and to be a force for good in the communities we serve. To receive this positive feedback on our culture from our talented employees is indeed a high honor,” said Patrick Beharelle, CEO of TrueBlue. “Through the challenges of the past few years, they have remained focused and undeterred in helping TrueBlue fulfill its mission and we are resolved to ensure that we continue to build a culture where all employees can advance and thrive.” 

“Companies need to authentically represent their brand to job-seekers,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “The employee experience needs to be on the mission-critical list. Leaders who embrace a people-first culture will benefit greatly. By giving employees a voice and showcasing your authentic culture through employer branding, organizations can attract those job seekers who complement their culture. Culture drives performance.” 

About TrueBlue’s Top Workplaces:  

PeopleReady specializes in quick and reliable on-demand labor and highly-skilled workers. PeopleReady supports a wide range of blue-collar industries, including construction, manufacturing and logistics, waste and recycling, and hospitality. Leveraging its game-changing JobStack platform and 600 branch offices across all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada, PeopleReady served approximately 98,000 businesses and put approximately 221,000 people to work in 2020. Learn more at www.peopleready.com. 

PeopleScout is one of the world’s largest RPO providers with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging with millions of candidates every year, PeopleScout enhances talent intelligence for clients in more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Toronto, Montreal, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. Learn more at www.peoplescout.com. 

PeopleManagement is TrueBlue’s workforce management division, which specializes in on-site and contingent workforces. Across three staffing businesses—Centerline, SIMOS, and Staff Management | SMX—PeopleManagement combines innovative, technology-based solutions with workforce strategy to help bridge talent gaps and prepare tomorrow’s supply chain talent for the future. From manufacturing and fulfillment to distribution and transportation, PeopleManagement connects Fortune 1000 supply chain companies with hundreds of thousands of workers, helping companies meet workers where they are and how they want to work, whether they are looking for part-time, temporary or full-time work.  

 About TrueBlue  
TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) is a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions that help clients achieve business growth and improve productivity. In 2020, TrueBlue connected approximately 490,000 people with work. Its PeopleReady segment offers on-demand, industrial staffing; PeopleManagement offers contingent, on-site industrial staffing and commercial driver services; and PeopleScout offers recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and managed service provider (MSP) solutions to a wide variety of industries. Learn more at www.trueblue.com.  

About Energage 
Making the world a better place to work together.™  
Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 14 years of culture research and the results from 23 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations,  Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit www.energage.com or www.topworkplaces.com. 

Media Contact  
David Irwin 
TrueBlue Communications Director 
dirwin@trueblue.com 
630-453-1120  

PeopleScout Named a Leader in All Categories in NelsonHall’s 2021 NEAT Vendor Evaluation for RPO

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PeopleScout identified as a global leader for the fourth year in a row, recognized for global footprint, candidate experience and talent technology 

Chicago – January 13, 2022 – PeopleScout has been recognized as a Leader, the highest rating, in every category of NelsonHall’s global 2021 NEAT Vendor Evaluation for RPO. The categories include: Geographic Footprint and Scalability, TA Transformation Journey, Innovation in Technology/Tools, Innovation in Service, as well as an Overall rating. 

Nikki Edwards, Principal HR Technology & Services Analyst, NelsonHall, said: “PeopleScout continues to evolve its next-generation programs, services, service delivery, and cutting-edge tech, leveraging creativity, innovation, and expertise to ensure that its total talent solutions are fit for purpose for today’s talent challenges.” 

NEAT is NelsonHall’s vendor evaluation and assessment tool, offering companies around the world a comprehensive assessment of vendors’ offerings and capabilities. The NEAT for RPO allows strategic sourcing managers to assess the capability of vendors across a range of criteria and business situations to identify the best performing vendors overall, with specific capability in technology/tools innovation, services innovation, candidate experience, geographic footprint and scalability, and taking clients on a talent acquisition transformation journey.  

“Our commitment to providing our customers with best-in-class customer service and innovative talent solutions has never been stronger,” said Taryn Owen, PeopleReady and PeopleScout President & COO. “As we look to what’s next, we will continue to optimize our ability to partner with our clients to help them solve their toughest talent challenges through the right combination of insight, human touch, and next-generation technology.” 

Highlights from NelsonHall’s evaluation of PeopleScout on the 2021 NEAT Vendor Evaluation include the company’s: 

  • Broad range of existing and new RPO, and more widespread talent solutions, including those established for working in COVID-19 world 
  • Deep expertise in Talent Advisory services, notably employer branding, assessment, recruitment marketing, and the future of work consulting  
  • Global footprint across North America, EMEA and APAC through the 2018 acquisition of TMP Holdings LTD and previous acquisitions 
  • Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, notably in pairing technology and talent advisory services for recruitment marketing and employer branding to deliver results  
  • Technology innovation, notably its comprehensive set of enhancements to its next-generation AffinixÔ platform, including advanced use of automation, AI, and ML; Affinix Analytics with its Ask Affinix feature; and its roadmap of technology and tools to augment Affinix 
  • Unified approach to operational delivery and technology platforms and greater TrueBlue brand collaboration in tailored solutioning for clients. 

A Leader designation on the NEAT vendor evaluation is based on a combination of analyst assessments and feedback from RPO vendor clients. Interviews with clients focus on measuring the vendor’s ability to deliver immediate benefit as well as evaluating the vendor’s suitability to meet future requirements.   

Learn more about PeopleScout’s 2021 NelsonHall NEAT Vendor Evaluation by downloading the full report. 

About NelsonHall 
NelsonHall is the leading global analyst firm dedicated to helping organizations understand the ‘art of the possible’ in digital operations transformation. With analysts in the U.S., U.K., and Continental Europe, NelsonHall provides buy-side organizations with detailed, critical information on markets and vendors (including NEAT assessments) that helps them make fast and highly informed sourcing decisions. And for vendors, NelsonHall provides deep knowledge of market dynamics and user requirements to help them hone their go-to-market strategies. NelsonHall’s research is based on rigorous, all-original research, and is widely respected for the quality, depth, and insight of its analysis. 

About PeopleScout  
PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE:TBI) company, is a leading RPO provider managing talent solutions that span the global economy, with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. PeopleScout boasts 97% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s thousands of forward-looking talent professionals provide clients with the edge in the people business by consistently delivering now while anticipating what’s next. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience and optimizes the talent process through data and actionable insights. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging millions of candidates and contingent associates every year, PeopleScout enhances talent intelligence for clients across more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Toronto, Montreal, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. For more information, please visit www.peoplescout.com.  
 
Press Contact: 
Sarah Katz Candelario 
Vice President of Marketing and Communications 
skatz@peoplescout.com 
312-915-5544 

PeopleScout Named an RPO Leader in EMEA and APAC on HRO Today’s RPO Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings

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Global capabilities, industry experience and superior customer service drive buyer satisfaction 

Chicago — November 23, 2021 — PeopleScout, a leading global provider of talent solutions, has been recognized as an RPO leader in EMEA and APAC on HRO Today’s 2021 RPO Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings. This follows the company’s ranking as an enterprise leader on the global 2021 RPO Baker’s Dozen in September. 

“PeopleScout has demonstrated their ability to manage talent acquisition solutions that span the global economy,” said Elliot Clark, CEO and Chairman of SharedXpertise and HRO Today. “The company’s investment in enhancing their capabilities in EMEA and APAC, along with their cutting-edge technology, industry expertise and superior customer service have earned them their place as a leader on this year’s RPO Baker’s Dozen list in all regions.” 

The HRO Today Baker’s Dozen rankings are determined through a survey of current buyers of RPO services. The annual Baker’s Dozen list ranks the top 13 RPO providers globally as well as the top RPO providers that service EMEA, APAC and the healthcare industry. Providers are evaluated on three sub-categories: breadth of service, size of deal and quality of service.  

“To receive this recognition at a global level is a testament to our dedication to driving innovation in talent solutions across all regions,” said Taryn Owen, PeopleReady and PeopleScout President & COO. “We remain committed to delivering next generation, tech-enabled talent solutions and best-in-class service to our clients around the globe. We are grateful for the strength of the client partnerships that made these rankings possible.” 

PeopleScout continues to evolve its talent solutions for the future. The company is uniquely positioned to provide innovative solutions across the total workforce spectrum, with strong rankings on the global RPO Baker’s Dozen list, as well as the Managed Service Provider (MSP) and Total Workforce Solutions Baker’s Dozen lists. Earlier this year, PeopleScout was also named an RPO Leader by Everest Group and the largest RPO provider in North America for the second year in a row. The company’s talent technology, Affinix™ brings together artificial intelligence, recruitment marketing, machine learning and people skills–the total package when it comes to talent sourcing and engagement. 

Learn more about the 2021 RPO Baker’s Dozen on the HRO Today Magazine website. 

About PeopleScout  
PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE:TBI) company, is a leading RPO provider managing talent solutions that span the global economy, with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. PeopleScout boasts 97% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s thousands of forward-looking talent professionals provide clients with the edge in the people business by consistently delivering now while anticipating what’s next. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience and optimizes the talent process through data and actionable insights. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging millions of candidates and contingent associates every year, PeopleScout enhances talent intelligence for clients across more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Toronto, Montreal, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. For more information, please visit www.peoplescout.com. 

Press Contact: 
Sarah Katz Candelario  
Vice President of Marketing and Communications 
skatz@peoplescout.com 
312-915-5544 

PeopleReady President, Taryn Owen, Expands Role to Lead PeopleScout

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Expansion of Owen’s role to focus on driving ongoing digital transformation and delivery model enhancements across both PeopleReady and PeopleScout brands

TACOMA, Wash.— Sept. 22, 2021—   Today, TrueBlue announced that PeopleReady President, Taryn Owen, has also been named President of the staffing leader’s RPO brand, PeopleScout. This marks a significant expansion of Owen’s current role. Owen will lead the ongoing mission-driven digital transformation of both businesses to connect people and work. The segments will continue to operate as independent brands with separate teams.

Owen has been with TrueBlue since 2010. Before being appointed President of PeopleReady in December 2019, Owen served as President of PeopleScout from 2013 to 2019. Over her tenure as PeopleScout President, Owen led the organization through a period of substantial growth, global expansion, and the launch of its award-winning Affinix™ talent technology. Owen has assumed leadership for PeopleScout from outgoing President Brannon Lacey. Lacey has stepped down to become the CEO of a private equity-backed technology company.

Since becoming PeopleReady President in 2019, Owen has spearheaded the company’s pandemic response and digital transformation. This includes the ongoing elevation of its JobStack™ app, delivery models, and brand to make it faster and easier than ever before to connect people and work.

“Taryn’s track record of success at TrueBlue and with our PeopleReady and PeopleScout brands, combined with her deep expertise in recruiting and staffing, strategic vision, and proven ability to drive digital transformation, perfectly position her to lead these brands forward,” said TrueBlue CEO Patrick Beharelle. “We have incredible talent at all levels of both organizations, are executing on our strategic plans, and are excited to drive more value for our customers and more opportunities for our people as we build on our strong results in the first half of the year.”

Owen has been recognized for her industry leadership with numerous awards, including annual appearances on the Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) Staffing 100, the SIA Global Power 150 Women in Staffing, and the HRO Today HR Superstars lists.

About TrueBlue
TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) is a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions that help clients achieve business growth and improve productivity. In the past year, TrueBlue connected more than 490,000 people with work. Its PeopleReady segment offers on-demand, industrial staffing, PeopleManagement offers contingent, on-site industrial staffing and commercial driver services, and PeopleScout offers recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and managed service provider (MSP) solutions to a wide variety of industries. Learn more at www.trueblue.com.

TrueBlue’s PeopleReady, PeopleScout and PeopleManagement Win Top Workplaces in USA Award

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Winners chosen based solely on employee feedback gathered through employee engagement survey

TACOMA, Wash. — January, 28, 2020 — TrueBlue is excited to announce that its PeopleReady, PeopleScout and PeopleManagement segments all earned the Top Workplaces USA Award issued by Energage.

Winners of the Top Workplaces USA list are chosen based solely on employee feedback gathered through an employee engagement survey conducted by Energage. Results are calculated by comparing the survey’s research-based statements, including 15 Culture Drivers that are proven to predict high performance, against industry benchmarks.

“At TrueBlue our employees are united in our mission to connect people and work as a force for good in the communities we serve,” said Patrick Beharelle, CEO of TrueBlue. “Through the unprecedented challenges of the past year, their remarkable character and fierce commitment to our purpose-driven work has never been more evident. It is truly an honor to be recognized on the Top Workplaces USA list—and it strengthens our resolve to give our employees a voice, redouble our employee engagement efforts, and build a culture where everyone can advance and thrive.”

This is the inaugural year for Top Workplaces USA, built on Energage’s 14-year history surveying more than 20 million employees across 54 markets for the regional Top Workplaces awards. More than 1,100 companies participated in the Top Workplaces USA survey.

“During this very challenging time, Top Workplaces has proven to be a beacon of light for organizations, as well as a sign of resiliency and strong business performance,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “When you give your employees a voice, you come together to navigate challenges and shape your path forward. Top Workplaces draw on real-time insights into what works best for their organization, so they can make informed decisions that have a positive impact on their people and their business.”

About TrueBlue’s Top Workplaces:

PeopleReady specializes in quick and reliable on-demand labor and highly-skilled workers. PeopleReady supports a wide range of blue-collar industries, including construction, manufacturing and logistics, waste and recycling, and hospitality. Leveraging its game-changing JobStack platform and 600 branch offices across all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada, PeopleReady served approximately 98,000 businesses and put approximately 221,000 people to work in 2020. Learn more at www.peopleready.com.

PeopleScout is the world’s largest RPO provider with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging with millions of candidates every year, PeopleScout enhances talent intelligence for clients in more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Charlotte, Toronto, Montreal, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. Learn more at www.peoplescout.com.

PeopleManagement is TrueBlue’s workforce management division, which specializes in on-site and contingent workforces. Across three staffing businesses—Centerline, SIMOS, and Staff Management | SMX—PeopleManagement combines innovative, technology-based solutions with workforce strategy to help bridge talent gaps and prepare tomorrow’s supply chain talent for the future. From manufacturing and fulfillment to distribution and transportation, PeopleManagement connects Fortune 1000 supply chain companies with hundreds of thousands of workers, helping companies meet workers where they are and how they want to work, whether they are looking for part-time, temporary or full-time work.

About TrueBlue
TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) is a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions that help clients achieve business growth and improve productivity. In 2020, TrueBlue connected approximately 490,000 people with work. Its PeopleReady segment offers on-demand, industrial staffing, PeopleManagement offers contingent, on-site industrial staffing and commercial driver services, and PeopleScout offers recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and managed service provider (MSP) solutions to a wide variety of industries. Learn more at www.trueblue.com.

About Energage
Making the world a better place to work together.™ Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 14 years of culture research and the results from 22 million employees surveyed across more than 66,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit www.energage.com or www.topworkplaces.com.

Media Contact          
David Irwin
TrueBlue Communications Director
dirwin@trueblue.com
630-453-1120

PeopleScout Named the No. 1 Provider on HRO Today’s Total Workforce Solutions Baker’s Dozen

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PeopleScout also named No. 1 in Quality of Service and Breadth of Service Categories

Chicago — December 15, 2020 — PeopleScout has been named the No. 1 global Total Workforce Solutions provider on HRO Today’s 2020 Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings. In addition, PeopleScout was also named the No. 1 provider in the Quality of Service and Breadth of Service categories. The annual Baker’s Dozen for Total Workforce Solutions is based solely on feedback from buyers.

“With expert knowledge in RPO, MSP and Talent Advisory and a deep commitment to technology innovation and constantly improving client and candidate experience, PeopleScout is well positioned to provide buyers with holistic talent solutions and the strategy to prepare them for what’s next,” said Elliot Clark, CEO and chairman of SharedXpertise and HRO Today. “In one of the most challenging business climates in history, any organization looking for a Total Workforce Solutions partner should consider PeopleScout as one of the best choices and, based on the 2020 data, the best choice.”

PeopleScout’s Total Workforce Solutions blend Recruitment Process Outsourcing and Managed Service Provider services to meet clients’ individual talent acquisition needs. Total Workforce Solutions take a holistic approach to workforce planning and strategy—whether organizations are in need of permanent hires, contingent workers or both.

“At PeopleScout, we are fortunate to have exceptional clients who trust us to help them face their toughest talent challenges and a team committed to earning that trust every day,” said Brannon Lacey, President of PeopleScout. “In a year like no other, it is incredibly meaningful to be rated No. 1 for our combined MSP and RPO service offerings—both because the ratings are based on client feedback and because of our belief in the importance of holistic talent solutions.”   

PeopleScout continues to be a leader in RPO, MSP and Total Workforce Solutions. Most recently, PeopleScout was named a Leader—the highest rating—in every category in NelsonHall’s global 2020 NEAT Vendor Evaluation for RPO. Earlier in 2020, PeopleScout was named the largest RPO provider in North America and a Leader in Everest Group’s RPO Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2020. Also in 2020, PeopleScout was named a global leader in HRO Today’s Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings for MSP and RPO—as well as a leading RPO provider in EMEA and the No. 1 RPO provider in APAC for the second consecutive year.

PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition technology Affinix™ was named a Gold winner for Best Advance in Talent Acquisition Technology in Brandon Hall Group’s 2020 Human Capital Management (HCM) Excellence Awards program. In addition, Affinix, was named a winner in the 2020 American Business Awards in the Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning Solution — Business Technology category and a Silver winner in the Most Innovative Product Feature of the Year – Enterprise category in the 10th annual Best in Biz Awards.

You can view the full Total Workforce Solutions 2020 Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings here.

About PeopleScout
PeopleScout, a TrueBlue company, is the world’s largest RPO provider managing talent solutions that span the global economy, with end-to-end MSP and talent advisory capabilities supporting total workforce needs. PeopleScout boasts 97% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s thousands of forward-looking talent professionals provide clients with the edge in the people business by consistently delivering now while anticipating what’s next. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience with one-point ATS and VMS integration and single sign-on. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging millions of candidates and contingent associates every year, PeopleScout enhances talent intelligence for clients across more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Toronto, Montreal, Charlotte, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. For more information, please visit www.peoplescout.com.

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Sarah Katz Candelario
Director of Marketing & Communications
skatz@peoplescout.com
312-915-5544

PeopleScout’s Affinix™ Wins Gold for Best Advance in Talent Acquisition Technology in Brandon Hall Group’s 2020 Human Capital Management Excellence Awards

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Affinix also recognized for Most Innovative Product Feature in the 2020 Best in Biz Awards

Chicago – December 14, 2020 – PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition technology, Affinix™, has been named a Gold winner for Best Advance in Talent Acquisition Technology in Brandon Hall Group’s 2020 Human Capital Management (HCM) Excellence Awards program.

In addition, Affinix was named a Silver winner in the Most Innovative Product Feature of the Year – Enterprise category in the 10th annual Best in Biz Awards.

PeopleScout was recognized for continuing to accelerate innovation in talent acquisition technology to support employers as they shifted to a virtual hiring process in response to the pandemic. PeopleScout was quick to enhance Affinix features such as virtual interviews, digital assessments and virtual hiring events to help companies safely and easily acquire talent without face-to-face interactions.

“Our vision for Affinix has always been to meet clients and candidates where they are; this year that has meant helping clients pivot to a virtual experience without sacrificing candidate experience,” said PeopleScout President Brannon Lacey. “This recognition from BrandonHall and Best in Biz is a true testament to the power of Affinix to make it easier for companies and job seekers to connect—no matter the obstacles.”

Affinix meets the growing demand for an AI-enabled and consumer-like candidate experience by providing the right balance of automation with human-touch and personalization. By reimagining the sourcing and recruiting process from start to finish, Affinix leverages cutting-edge talent acquisition technology for a seamless experience and better results.  

Launched in 2017, Affinix has delivered significant performance improvements to PeopleScout clients:

  • Artificial intelligence identifies an average of 43 more candidates per requisition.
  • Percentage of candidates applying on mobile increases nearly three-fold.
  • Applicant conversion increases from an average of 30% to 80% with easy apply features.
  • Virtual assessment and scheduling reduce time-to-fill by as much as 35%.

PeopleScout continues to lead the talent acquisition industry with its innovative talent technology and solutions. Previous recognition for Affinix includes:

In 2020, PeopleScout was also named a Leader, the highest rating, in every category in NelsonHall’s global 2020 NEAT Vendor Evaluation for RPO; the largest RPO provider in North America and a Leader in Everest Group’s Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2020; and a global leader in HRO Today’s Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings for MSP and RPO.

About Brandon Hall Group
Brandon Hall Group is a research and analyst firm, with more than 10,000 clients globally and 25 years of delivering research-based solutions that empower excellence in organizations around the world through our research and tools each and every day. Our vision is to inspire a better workplace experience. Our mission is to empower excellence in organizations around the world through our research and tools each and every day.

About Best in Biz Awards
Since 2011, Best in Biz Awards has been the only independent business awards program judged by a who’s who of prominent reporters and editors from top-tier publications from North America and around the world. Over the years, judges in the premier awards program have ranged from Associated Press to the Wall Street Journal and winners have spanned the spectrum, from blue-chip companies that form the bedrock of the global economy to some of the world’s most innovative start-ups and nimble local companies. Each year, Best in Biz Awards honors are conferred in two separate programs: North America and International, and in 90 categories, including company, team, executive, product, and CSR, media, PR and other categories. For more information, visit: http://www.bestinbizawards.com

About PeopleScout
PeopleScout, a TrueBlue company, is the world’s largest RPO provider managing talent solutions that span the global economy, with end-to-end MSP capabilities supporting total workforce needs. PeopleScout boasts 97% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s thousands of forward-looking talent professionals provide clients with the edge in the people business by consistently delivering now while anticipating what’s next. Affinix™, PeopleScout’s proprietary talent acquisition platform, empowers faster engagement with the best talent through an AI-driven, consumer-like candidate experience with one-point ATS and VMS integration and single sign-on. Leveraging the power of data gleaned from engaging millions of candidates and contingent associates every year, PeopleScout enhances talent intelligence for clients across more than 70 countries with headquarters in Chicago, Sydney and London and global delivery centers in Charlotte, Toronto, Montreal, Bristol, Krakow, Gurgaon and Bangalore. For more information about PeopleScout and its Now to Next brand promise, please visit www.peoplescout.com.

Press Contact:
Sarah Katz Candelario
Director of Marketing & Communications
skatz@peoplescout.com   
312-915-5544