TrueBlue and PeopleReady Leaders Recognized Among Global Staffing Industry's Most Influential Women

The recognition of TrueBlue's top executives on the Staffing Industry Analysts' Global Power 150 Women in Staffing list underscores the company's growing influence in addressing critical workforce challenges and transforming how businesses connect with talent. This honor comes at a pivotal time when labor market dynamics continue to evolve rapidly, making strategic leadership in the staffing industry more crucial than ever. Jeff Sakaguchi, Board Chair of TrueBlue, emphasized that this recognition reflects the exceptional leadership both women bring to the organization and the broader industry, noting their role in advancing the company's mission to connect people with work while delivering lasting value for clients and workers alike.

Under the leadership of Owen and Willis, TrueBlue has implemented significant strategic advancements to create greater value in a dynamic labor market. The company has made substantial progress in developing proprietary digitally enabled platforms designed to improve operational efficiency, enhance customer loyalty, and support long-term value creation. These technological investments represent a critical component of TrueBlue's approach to modernizing workforce solutions and addressing the complex challenges facing today's employers and job seekers. The company's commitment to digital transformation aligns with broader industry trends toward technology-driven staffing solutions that can quickly adapt to changing market conditions.

TrueBlue has also expanded its sales capacity through strategic investments in operational structure, technology infrastructure, strategic partnerships, and enterprise alignment to support scalable growth. This expansion demonstrates the company's forward-thinking approach to building sustainable business models that can withstand market fluctuations while continuing to meet client needs. The recognition of Owen and Willis highlights the importance of strategic vision in navigating the complexities of the modern staffing landscape, where technological innovation must be balanced with human-centered approaches to workforce development.

The company has strengthened its presence in high-value verticals, particularly healthcare and professional staffing, while simultaneously addressing persistent labor shortages in skilled trades. This dual focus reflects TrueBlue's comprehensive understanding of current labor market dynamics and its ability to provide targeted solutions where they are most needed. As Taryn Owen noted, the honor ultimately reflects the collective efforts of TrueBlue's teams who live the company's mission daily by creating opportunities, supporting businesses, and strengthening communities. TrueBlue's approach to workforce solutions, described as bringing precision, speed, and scale to the changing world of work, positions the company as a key player in shaping how businesses and workers connect in an increasingly complex economic environment. Learn more about their workforce solutions at https://www.trueblue.com.