PeopleScout Named a Leader on HRO Today’s 2024 RPO Baker’s Dozen

Global talent solutions leader ranked in the top five based on buyer feedback 

CHICAGO— Sept 30, 2024 — PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company, has once again been recognized as a leader in Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) solutions on HRO Today’s 2024 RPO Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings. The company has been named to this annual list for more than ten years.  

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

“Being recognized as a leader on the HRO Today 2024 RPO Baker’s Dozen is a testament to our team’s dedication to providing innovative solutions and would not be possible without the trust our valued clients place in us,” said Rick Betori, President of PeopleScout. “This distinction reflects our ongoing commitment to forging deeper connections across the talent spectrum as we deliver actionable insights, transformative strategy and unmatched customer service.” 

“PeopleScout has once again earned its place as a leader on this year’s RPO Baker’s Dozen list,” said Elliot Clark, CEO and Chairman of SharedXpertise and HRO Today. “Their commitment to elevating employers’ connection to top talent makes them a solid choice for employers looking to augment their internal teams or fully outsource their recruitment processes to achieve their immediate and long-term workforce goals.” 

PeopleScout’s unique approach combines market intelligence, creativity and technology to connect organizations of all sizes with top-notch talent. Embedded within PeopleScout’s talent solutions, the company’s proprietary talent technology, Affinix™, delivers speed and scalability while leveraging AI, recruitment marketing, machine learning, predictive analytics and other emerging technology. PeopleScout offers full-cycle, partial cycle or project-based RPO support to simplify the talent acquisition process, enhance the candidate experience and create more sustainable talent strategies for future business growth. 

PeopleScout was also named to HRO Today’s 2024 Managed Service Provider (MSP) and 2023 EMEA, APAC and Total Workforce Solutions Baker’s Dozen lists. In 2024, PeopleScout was again named an RPO Leader on Everest Group’s RPO PEAK Matrix and a Leader in every category of NelsonHall’s NEAT Vendor Evaluation for RPO. 

Learn more about the 2024 RPO Baker’s Dozen on the HRO Today Magazine website

About PeopleScout 

PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company, is a global talent solutions leader that provides unmatched scalability to meet the hiring needs of organizations of all sizes. It connects clients with top talent through Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), Managed Service Provider (MSP), Total Workforce Solutions, and talent and technology advisory services. PeopleScout is helping talent leaders harness the power of data, drive decisions and exceed expectations through tech-charged solutions founded on machine learning and AI. PeopleScout’s legacy of service and partnership has led to consistent recognition as a leader by industry analysts. For more information, visit www.peoplescout.com.   

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PeopleScout Launches AI-Powered Internal Mobility Platform to Maximize Workforce Potential and Drive Future Success

Tech-powered solution helps unlocks hidden potential, boost employee engagement and drive business success

CHICAGO – September 24, 2024 – PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company and global talent solutions leader, today announced the launch of its Internal Mobility solution, powered by its proprietary talent technology, Affinix™. This AI-driven offering enables employers to quickly source, promote and reassign talent across their organization, filling skills gaps now and into the future.  

PeopleScout’s Internal Mobility solution offers a comprehensive approach to identifying, developing and mobilizing internal talent through four key modules: 

  1. Internal Career Portal: A custom-branded platform that delivers a best-in-class experience for employees to explore internal opportunities and manage their professional profiles. 
  2. AI Matching and Search: Leverages Affinix AI technology to automatically match internal candidates to new roles based on their skills, experience and preferences. 
  3. Employee Expression of Interest: Allows employees to self-identify for consideration in new internal opportunities as they become available. 
  4. Skills-Based Assessments: Evaluates employees’ existing skills and experience against role requirements, identifying learning opportunities and skills gaps. 

      “As talent leaders seek solutions to persistent hiring challenges, many are overlooking one of the most effective and sustainable strategies—recruiting from within,” said Rick Betori, President of PeopleScout. “Our Internal Mobility solution empowers employers to use technology to uncover and develop the talent within their existing employee base, fostering a culture of growth and opportunity that elevates both employee satisfaction and business success.” 

      PeopleScout’s Internal Mobility solution helps employers flex their workforce to meet the changing demands of their business by quickly identifying and engaging qualified internal candidates for open positions or project-based roles. 

      With PeopleScout’s Internal Mobility solution, employers can: 

      • Save time and money by reducing external recruitment costs and accelerating time-to-productivity for new roles. 
      • Retain top talent by providing clear paths for career development and advancement within the company. 
      • Drive employee engagement by demonstrating a commitment to employee growth and development. 
      • Boost productivity by leveraging existing organizational and cultural knowledge. 
      • Future-proof their workforce by proactively identifying and addressing skills gaps. 
      • Ensure cultural fit by promoting candidates who already understand and align with company values. 
      • Create a stronger talent pipeline by developing a robust pool of qualified internal candidates. 
      • Increase agility by swiftly mobilizing talent to meet emerging needs. 

      PeopleScout’s Internal Mobility solution enables a comprehensive view of employee skills and competencies, resulting in a more robust skills database and advanced job mapping. The solution is powered by the company’s proprietary talent technology suite, Affinix, a mobile-first, cloud-based platform that creates a consumer-like candidate experience, delivering speed and scalability through its use of artificial intelligence, recruitment marketing, machine learning, predictive analytics and other emerging tech. 

      Learn more about how PeopleScout’s Internal Mobility solution is unlocking the potential of the workforce here

      PeopleScout Empowers Employers to Uncover Hard-to-Find Talent with AI-Powered Direct Sourcing Solution

      New solution leverages leading tech and automation to identify, engage and hire in-demand permanent and contingent talent, fast.

      CHICAGO – August 15, 2024 – PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company and global talent solutions leader, today announced the launch of its Direct Sourcing solution, powered by their proprietary talent technology, Affinix™. This innovative, AI-driven offering addresses one of the most critical challenges facing employers today: uncovering hard-to-find talent ahead of the competition.

      PeopleScout’s Direct Sourcing solution helps employers identify and engage both active and passive qualified candidates, for permanent or contingent roles, to meet their immediate hiring needs while building a sustainable talent pipeline for the future.

      With PeopleScout’s Direct Sourcing, employers can:

      • Hire faster. Always-on talent pools provide on-demand access to qualified and engaged candidates to fill talent gaps quickly.
      • Cut costs. AI-powered sourcing enables smarter media spending and eliminates the need for staffing agencies.
      • Improve hire quality. Custom matching criteria ensures candidate fit for both the role and organizational culture.
      • Gain flexibility. Regular access to qualified candidates, referrals and former employees enables easy adjustments to changing workforce needs.
      • Improve the candidate experience. Direct, personal and meaningful interactions with candidates give them the experience they’ve come to expect as consumers, foster transparency and trust throughout the hiring process, and reduce candidate drop-out.
      • Gain data-driven insights. Detailed analytics help uncover top talent behaviors to predict cultural fit, willingness to change jobs and future tenure potential.
      • Meet diversity goals. Identify, select and engage candidates with targeted efforts to increase workforce diversity.
      • Build brand loyalty. Organizations showcase their company culture and values, and become an employer of choice, through relevant and engaging employer brand touchpoints.

      “At PeopleScout, we continue to elevate the way our clients connect with top talent by developing tech-enabled solutions that address their unique total talent needs,” said Rick Betori, President of PeopleScout. “Our Direct Sourcing solution drives unparalleled value for employers by empowering them to discover, engage and hire the talent they need today, while laying the framework for a more agile, future-proof workforce.”

      PeopleScout’s Direct Sourcing offers a 360-degree approach to quickly uncovering and effectively engaging talent—helping employers cut costs, gain flexibility and improve candidate quality—all while leveraging the power of their own brand. PeopleScout’s Direct Sourcing features:

      • Omni-Channel Sourcing: Allows employers to engage top talent through multiple channels, including custom career sites, programmatic advertising and expression of interest forms.
      • Smart Search: Simultaneously searches across more than 25 global job sites, like LinkedIn and Indeed, using AI to identify strong passive and active candidates among more than 1.3 billion jobseeker profiles—all within minutes of a new job requisition being opened.
      • Talent Rediscovery: AI-powered tools automatically compare open job descriptions with existing candidate profiles—from silver and bronze medalists to contractors and alumni—rediscovering qualified candidates already in an employer’s database.
      • Nurture Campaigns: Targeted communication touchpoints re-engage passive candidates, alumni and referrals—keeping the employer brand top-of-mind.

      PeopleScout’s Direct Sourcing is tailored to meet the specific needs of individual organizations—regardless of size, talent requirements or recruitment budget. It can also be integrated with existing vendor management systems (VMS) for contingent talent recruitment.

      PeopleScout’s Direct Sourcing solution is powered by the company’s proprietary talent technology suite, Affinix. Affinix is a mobile-first, cloud-based platform that creates a consumer-like candidate experience, delivering speed and scalability through its use of artificial intelligence, recruitment marketing, machine learning, predictive analytics and other emerging tech.

      Elevate your connection to top talent and learn more about PeopleScout Direct Sourcing here.

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      PeopleScout Named Talent Solutions Provider of the Year by TIARA Talent Solutions Awards U.S.  

      The global talent solutions leader was also the winner of the Client Service and Best Talent Attraction Strategy awards 

      CHICAGO – JUNE 27, 2024 – PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company and global talent solutions leader, was named Talent Solutions Provider of the Year, the top honor, at the 2024 TIARA Talent Solutions Awards – U.S. PeopleScout also received the Client Service and Best Talent Attraction Strategy awards for their work supporting their clients. This recognition comes after the company’s UK division received the same distinction, along with the Employer Brand and Best Talent Solutions Firm to Work For awards at the TIARA Talent Solutions Awards – Europe in October 2023.  

      “We are incredibly honored to not only be recognized for our exceptional service and effective talent strategies, but to also receive the distinction of Talent Solutions Provider of the Year,” said Rick Betori, President of PeopleScout. “These awards are a true testament to the tremendous work our people do every day to elevate our clients’ connection to top talent, and the trust our clients put in us to deliver custom solutions to achieve their short- and long-term talent goals.” 

      Judges praised PeopleScout’s exceptional service, thorough understanding of their clients’ business, effective strategies and sustainable results. The panel also shared the following award-specific feedback: 

      • Talent Solutions Provider of the Year One judge said, “PeopleScout delivered the type of service that every RPO and MSP provider should aspire to.”  
      • Best Talent Attraction Strategy – Judges applauded PeopleScout’s talent strategy, which “diversified the candidate pool in a male-dominated industry and lowered the cost-per-hire”.    
      • Client Service – Judges noted that PeopleScout “took the time to understand the business and its challenges by investing time in visiting sites, incorporating customer feedback and leveraging technology to deliver sustainable results.”  

      Ethan Taylor, Senior Talent Strategist for multinational tire manufacturer and PeopleScout client Goodyear, echoed praise for PeopleScout, saying, “PeopleScout exemplifies what it means to be a true partner. They deeply understand our business, and act as a true extension of our team to provide innovative solutions to our unique talent challenges. Their commitment to our success is evident as they continue to evolve our talent strategies to drive meaningful business impact today and into the future.” 

      The TIARA awards recognize companies across the RPO, MSP and Talent Solutions market and are open to independent providers and business units of recruitment solutions providers. The TIARAs set a standard of excellence and recognize exemplary growth, innovation and leadership.  

      A three-stage judging process ensures credibility and enhances prestige for all award winners. TALiNT Partners’ senior team conducts an initial review to shortlist finalists from all entries. Finalist entries then go to a second round of judging by a panel of distinguished industry professionals. Judges then attend a judging day event to determine winners in each category.  

      See the full list of 2024 TIARA Talent Solutions Awards US here.  
       

      About PeopleScout   
      PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company, is a global talent solutions leader that provides unmatched scalability to meet the hiring needs of organizations of all sizes. It connects clients with top talent through Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), Managed Service Provider (MSP), Total Workforce Solutions, and talent and technology advisory services. PeopleScout is helping talent leaders harness the power of data, drive decisions and exceed expectations through tech-charged solutions founded on machine learning and AI. PeopleScout’s legacy of service and partnership has led to consistent recognition as a leader by industry analysts. For more information, visit www.peoplescout.com.     

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      TrueBlue’s PeopleScout Named a Global Leader in Everest Group’s 2024 Recruitment Process Outsourcing Services Peak Matrix® Assessment

      TACOMA, Wash., June 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI), a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions, today announced that its global talent solutions brand, PeopleScout, has been named a global Leader in leading research firm Everest Group’s 2024 Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment for the sixth consecutive year.

      “PeopleScout’s steady geographic expansion and expertise in hiring for a wide variety of roles across healthcare, retail, and manufacturing industries have enabled it to develop a comprehensive value proposition for RPO buyers,” said Arkadev “Arko” Basak, Partner, Everest Group. “Its recent launch of tech-driven agile and modularized RPO solutions, as well as continued investments in its talent advisory and proprietary Affinix technology platform, have helped it to maintain its position as a Leader in Everest Group’s Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2024 – Global.”

      Everest Group classifies RPO service providers into three categories: Aspirants, Major Contenders and Leaders, the highest designation. The firm’s proprietary PEAK Matrix® characterizes Leaders as being ahead of the curve in “demonstrating strong vision and capability to support their clients” and at the forefront of “investing in developing emerging capabilities, including consulting, value-add services, skill-based support and generative AI.” Leaders are also selected for their multi-regional capabilities and significant global presence.

      “We are honored to again receive a Leader distinction from Everest Group, which is a direct reflection of the continued dedication and best-in-class service our team delivers every day,” said Rick Betori, President of PeopleScout and EVP of TrueBlue. “As we forge stronger connections throughout the talent ecosystem with our best-fit technology, scalable offerings and unrivaled in-house talent advisory expertise, we remain unwavering in our commitment to building sustainable talent strategies that drive results and improve business outcomes for our clients.”

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

      • PeopleScout has significant global capabilities, with proven expertise supporting large and mid-size enterprises across a variety of sectors, with solutions rooted in their partnership-led approach.
      • PeopleScout recently launched two agile RPO offerings in response to evolving buyer demands:
        • PeopleScout Accelerate™, a tech-enabled, quick implementation RPO solution.
        • PeopleScout Amplifiers™, a suite of modular talent solutions, providing customizable and stand-alone services for talent mapping, talent sourcing, Recruiter On-Demand™, candidate assessments, and onboarding and retention.
      • PeopleScout continues to invest in its proprietary and cloud-based technology platform Affinix™, which offers functionality across the talent acquisition spectrum, from candidate sourcing and matching to customized reporting and analytics.
      • PeopleScout’s talent advisory services include consulting and value-added services across employer branding, recruitment marketing strategy and activation, talent insights and workforce planning, DE&I strategy and candidate assessments.
      • By capitalizing on its contingent talent acquisition capabilities and technology, PeopleScout successfully delivers total talent solutions, and helps buyers with early careers hiring and high-volume recruitment.

      Everest Group’s research is based on three key sources of information, updated annually: its database of approximately 6,400 RPO deals, the operational capability of the 50+ assessed RPO service providers, and buyer references interviews and ongoing buyer surveys and interactions. The analyses in the report are presented at two levels: overall market analysis and current market trends based on deal activity in the last five years.

      To learn more about the RPO Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2024, visit the Everest Group website.

      About PeopleScout 
      PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company, is a global talent solutions leader that provides unmatched scalability to meet the hiring needs of organizations of all sizes. It connects clients with top talent through Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), Managed Service Provider (MSP), Total Workforce Solutions, and talent and technology advisory services. PeopleScout is helping talent leaders harness the power of data, drive decisions and exceed expectations through tech-charged solutions founded on machine learning and AI. PeopleScout’s legacy of service and partnership has led to consistent recognition as a leader by industry analysts. For more information, visit peoplescout.com.

      About TrueBlue
      TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) is a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions that help clients achieve business growth and improve productivity. In 2023, TrueBlue served 67,000 clients and connected approximately 464,000 people to work. Its PeopleReady segment offers on-demand, industrial staffing; PeopleScout offers recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and managed service provider (MSP) solutions to a wide variety of industries; and PeopleManagement offers contingent, on-site industrial staffing and commercial driver services. Learn more at trueblue.com.

      PeopleScout Named a Leader on HRO Today’s 2024 MSP Baker’s Dozen 

      PeopleScout ranked No. 5 overall, and No. 3 for Breadth of Service 

      CHICAGO — May 28, 2024 — PeopleScout has been recognized as a leader in Managed Service Provider (MSP) solutions on HRO Today’s annual MSP Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings. In addition to being named an overall leader, PeopleScout was ranked No. 3 in the Breadth of Service category and No. 5 in the Quality of Service category. 

      “PeopleScout has once again earned its place as a leader on our MSP Baker’s Dozen list” said Elliot Clark, CEO and Chairman of SharedXpertise and HRO Today. “Their high-touch approach delivers insights and creative problem-solving, making them a valuable partner for employers looking to optimize their MSP program.” 
       
      For 30+ years, PeopleScout’s industry-leading reputation for customer satisfaction has come from their 24/7 concierge-level service, client-first approach and vertically aligned teams. PeopleScout’s MSP capabilities support everything from requisition to invoicing and payment for temporary, temp-to-hire, direct hire, independent contractor (1099) administration, statement of work (SOW) engagements and other complex services across all skill categories and geographies. 

      “In today’s market, many organizations are looking to contingent talent to fill skills gaps. Our MSP solutions are proven to drive workforce agility and create successful business outcomes,” said Rick Betori, President of PeopleScout and EVP of TrueBlue. “We are grateful to our valued clients, who trust us to elevate their connection to contingent talent with solutions that are grounded in our staffing and supplier management expertise, boosted by technology and fueled by diversity.” 

      PeopleScout’s MSP solutions are powered by Affinix™ Analytics, which integrates with any Vendor Management System (VMS) to provide real-time data on supplier performance, spend and contingent workforce management. Built-in AI enables decision making through market intelligence and competitive benchmarking data. Over 30% of PeopleScout’s supplier community is certified diverse and the company’s proprietary scoring system and supplier dashboard provides detailed reporting to ensure diversity goals and spend requirements are met.  

      PeopleScout has been named an industry leader on HRO Today’s MSP Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction list every year since its inception. The list ranks the top 13 MSP providers based on feedback collected through a buyer survey. Providers are evaluated in three sub-categories: breadth of service, size of deal and quality of service. Learn more on the HRO Today website.  

      About PeopleScout  
      PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company, is a global talent solutions leader that provides unmatched scalability to meet the hiring needs of organizations of all sizes. It connects clients with top talent through Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), Managed Service Provider (MSP), Total Workforce Solutions, and talent and technology advisory services. PeopleScout is helping talent leaders harness the power of data, drive decisions and exceed expectations through tech-charged solutions founded on machine learning and AI. PeopleScout’s legacy of service and partnership has led to consistent recognition as a leader by industry analysts. For more information, visit www.peoplescout.com.    

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      Senior Manager, External Communications 
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      TrueBlue’s PeopleScout Named a Leader in All Categories of NelsonHall’s 2024 NEAT Vendor Evaluation for Next Generation RPO

      Global talent solutions provider identified as a global leader for the sixth time in a row

      Chicago – May 20, 2024 – TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI), a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions, today announced that its global talent solutions brand, PeopleScout, has been named a leader, the highest rating, in every category of NelsonHall’s global 2024 NEAT Vendor Evaluation for RPO. PeopleScout was recognized for its transformational business strategies, broad range of RPO solutions, deep Talent Advisory expertise and best-fit technology solutions.

      “PeopleScout’s positioning as a Leader within NelsonHall’s Next Generation RPO NEAT reflects its innovative technology and process solution designs helping its clients compete in the evolving employment landscape, said Jeanine Crane-Thompson, Principal HR Analyst, NelsonHall. “The company’s recently introduced Amplifiers modular recruitment solutions and turnkey RPO solution, PeopleScout Accelerate, offer flexibility and scalability to meet clients’ immediate and longer-term requirements.”

      NelsonHall’s NEAT Vendor Evaluation provides companies around the world with a comprehensive assessment of vendors’ offerings and capabilities. The RPO evaluation compares providers across a range of criteria and business situations to identify the best performing vendors overall, with a specific focus on candidate experience, technology innovation, service innovation, multi-country delivery and talent acquisition transformation.

      “We are honored to be recognized by NelsonHall for our scalable offerings, industry-leading technology and unrivaled in-house talent advisory expertise,” said Rick Betori, President of PeopleScout and EVP of TrueBlue. “These differentiators drive tangible value for our clients and elevate their connection to top talent as we help them build sustainable talent strategies to achieve their short- and long-term workforce goals.”

      Highlights from NelsonHall’s evaluation of PeopleScout on the 2024 NEAT Vendor Evaluation for Next Generation RPO include:

      • A business transformation strategy that applies learnings from market trends and client behavior to develop near- and longer-term product and service offerings, such as its recently released Amplifiers™ and Accelerate™ solutions
      • The broad range of RPO and talent solutions, including those offered across the TrueBlue family of brands, that provide comprehensive solutions and synergistic business development opportunities
      • Deep expertise in its Talent Advisory services, including employer branding, recruitment marketing, talent insights, DE&I consulting, candidate assessment services and TA strategy consulting
      • PeopleScout’s proprietary technology platform, Affinix™, and established third-party partnerships. that provide best-fit talent technology solutions
      • Pragmatic business development strategies that target established markets and identify expansion opportunities in recession-resistant industries

      A Leader designation on NelsonHall’s NEAT vendor evaluation is based on a combination of analyst assessments and client feedback. Client interviews focus on the vendor’s proven ability to deliver immediate benefits and demonstrated suitability to meet future requirements.

      Learn more by viewing NelsonHall’s 2024 PeopleScout Vendor Profile.

      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., Continental Europe, and India, 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 analysis is based on rigorous, all-original research, and is widely respected for the quality and depth of its insight.

      About PeopleScout

      PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company, is a global talent solutions leader that provides unmatched scalability to meet the hiring needs of organizations of all sizes. It connects clients with top talent through Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), Managed Service Provider (MSP), Total Workforce Solutions, and talent and technology advisory services. PeopleScout is helping talent leaders harness the power of data, drive decisions and exceed expectations through tech-charged solutions founded on machine learning and AI. PeopleScout’s legacy of service and partnership has led to consistent recognition as a leader by industry analysts. For more information, visit www.peoplescout.com.

      About TrueBlue

      TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) is a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions that help clients achieve business growth and improve productivity. In 2023, TrueBlue served 67,000 clients and connected approximately 464,000 people to 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. 

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      TrueBlue’s PeopleScout Unveils “Connect More”™ Brand Promise

      Demonstrating commitment to elevating connections with top talent

      TACOMA, Wash., – April 30, 2024 – TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI), a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions, today announced that its global talent solutions brand, PeopleScout, has undergone a strategic brand refresh. PeopleScout’s new brand promise, “Connect More”™, and refreshed visual identity convey the importance of meaningful connections between employers and critical talent in the changing world of work.

      “Today’s dynamic talent landscape demands an innovative approach to attracting candidates and engaging employees,” said Taryn Owen, President & CEO of TrueBlue. “PeopleScout’s ‘Connect More’ brand promise emphasizes the importance of these connections across the talent spectrum, furthers our mission to connect people and work, and underscores the important difference the right talent can make for our clients.”

      PeopleScout knows that cultivating deeper, more profound connections is imperative. “Connect More” extends beyond connecting employers with talent. It spans PeopleScout’s industry-leading technology, scalable offerings, and unrivaled in-house talent advisory expertise to deliver actionable insights, transformative strategy, and a partnership experience unlike any other provider in the industry.

      PeopleScout’s refreshed brand is grounded in its long legacy of exceptional service and differentiators that maximize results and improve outcomes for clients:

      • Proven Delivery: For more than 30 years, PeopleScout has built its reputation on integrity, transparent communication and a proven track record of success.
      • Meaningful Connection: PeopleScout excels at connecting with sought-after talent across diverse sectors—from the shop floor to the top floor; from healthcare clinics to innovation labs.
      • Digital Transformation: Leveraging its proprietary talent technology suite, Affinix™, PeopleScout provides candidates with a digital-first experience, harnessing AI, automation and data analytics to remove friction and enhance outcomes. 
      • Talent Advisory: With one of the industry’s largest in-house talent advisory teams, PeopleScout delivers fresh perspectives and innovative solutions to complex talent acquisition challenges.
      • Ultimate Scalability: PeopleScout’s unique blend of insight, experience and action offers flexibility and scalability to support specialty, professional, volume and contingent hiring for organizations of all sizes.
      • Speed and Agility: Flexible solutions like PeopleScout’s Accelerate™ and Amplifiers™ empower employers with the agility required to compete in today’s talent market and address immediate hiring needs.

      “We believe in the transformative power of connection to drive results, and our new brand promise reflects our commitment to forging stronger connections throughout the talent ecosystem to improve business outcomes,” said Rick Betori, President of PeopleScout & EVP of TrueBlue. “By helping our clients ‘Connect More,’ we elevate employers’ connections to the right talent, build sustainable talent programs and achieve their immediate and long-term workforce goals.”

      Discover how PeopleScout helps organizations “Connect More” with talent at the newly refreshed PeopleScout.com.

      About PeopleScout

      PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company, is a global talent solutions leader that provides unmatched scalability to meet the hiring needs of organizations of all sizes. It connects clients with top talent through Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), Managed Service Provider (MSP), Total Workforce Solutions, and talent and technology advisory services. PeopleScout is helping talent leaders harness the power of data, drive decisions and exceed expectations through tech-charged solutions founded on machine learning and AI. PeopleScout’s legacy of service and partnership has led to consistent recognition as a leader by industry analysts. For more information, visit www.peoplescout.com.  

      About TrueBlue

      TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) is a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions that help clients achieve business growth and improve productivity. In 2023, TrueBlue served 67,000 clients and connected approximately 464,000 people to 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. 

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      Senior Manager, External Communications 
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      PeopleScout Recognized for Culture Excellence in 2024 Top Workplaces USA Awards 

      Global talent solutions leader awarded in Innovation, Work-Life Flexibility, and Purpose & Values categories

      CHICAGO—April 24, 2024—PeopleScout is pleased to announce that it has been honored with three Culture Excellence Awards from Top Workplaces, in addition to its previously announced place on the 2024 Top Workplaces USA list.  

      PeopleScout was recognized with awards in the Work-Life Flexibility, Innovation and Purpose & Values categories, distinctions based solely on employee feedback.  

      “We are proud to receive these awards from Top Workplaces that celebrate three integral components of our culture,” said Rick Betori, President of PeopleScout. “This recognition is evidence of our efforts to create an environment where our people feel included, empowered and valued. Knowing that these awards are based solely on the candid feedback from our valued employees makes it even more meaningful.” 

      “Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.” 

      The Top Workplaces program has a 17-year history of surveying and celebrating people-first organizations nationally and across 60 regional markets. 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 over 90% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s 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 

      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 18 years of culture research and the results from 27 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.com or topworkplaces.com. 

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

      TrueBlue’s PeopleScout Announces Internal Appointments to its Executive Leadership Team

      TACOMA, Wash. – April 24, 2024 – PeopleScout, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company, today announced that Jonathan Porter has been promoted to Managing Director, EMEA from his position as UK Managing Director and Head of EMEA Operational Delivery, effective April 30, 2024. Porter will succeed Andrew Wilkinson who is leaving the company after more than 40 years of service.

      Porter joined PeopleScout in 2018 as part of the company’s acquisition of TMP Worldwide UK. Since then, he has been responsible for the EMEA recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and talent advisory operations, covering all aspects of client engagement, service delivery and colleague development. Before joining PeopleScout, Porter began his career in finance with KPMG; however, for the past 25 years he has been collaborating with commercial and public sector organizations to find solutions for their resourcing problems.

      Joining Porter on the PeopleScout Executive Leadership team is Tim Powell, Managing Director, APAC, who will continue to lead the APAC operations for PeopleScout. Prior to joining PeopleScout in 2022, Powell worked in key leadership roles with Deloitte, Accenture and Korn Ferry in APAC, Europe and North America. With nearly three decades of experience in human capital consulting, RPO, and related talent acquisition services, Powell brings a robust international perspective and a diverse range of experience.

      “Jon is an experienced leader who brings more than 25 years of RPO and talent advisory expertise to his new position. His deep experience and alignment with our vision and mission position him as the right person to lead our EMEA operations as we continue to evolve,” said PeopleScout President and TrueBlue Executive Vice President Rick Betori. “I look forward to welcoming Jon and Tim to our executive leadership team and benefitting from their wealth of experience and fresh perspectives. On behalf of our entire team, I want to thank Andrew for his leadership and the many contributions he made to the growth of our global RPO and talent advisory operations.”

      About TrueBlue

      TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) is a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions that help clients achieve business growth and improve productivity. In 2023, TrueBlue served 67,000 clients and connected approximately 464,000 people to 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 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 over 90% client retention managing the most complex programs in the industry. The company’s 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