Join us on August 19th at Impact Field in Rosemont, IL!
Chicago Dogs vs Lake Country Dockhounds
It's the ISSA Bleacher Takeover! Our group will have our own bleacher section and games to play, such as bags and axe-throwing!
Burgers, dogs and beverages are included in the ticket price:
Members $25
Nonmembers $50
Thank you to our Platinum and Gold Sponsors!
There's a new place to have fun and we've just got to check it out!
Join the ISSA Young Professionals on August 20th:
Electric Shuffle
488 N. LaSalle Dr.
Chicago, IL
Ticket price includes food, beverages and 2 hours of game play.
ISSA Members $25
Thank you to our Platinum sponsors!
Your Hosts for the 2025 Owners and Executives Retreat:
Illinois Search and Staffing Association
Wisconsin Association of Staffing Services
Michigan Association of Staffing Services
Click here to view Speakers and Sessions
Andre Young - Speaker, Author, Leadership Trainer, & Founder of You Evolving Now, LLC
Josh Britton - Fast Track Coach at Express International
Sharon Hulce - President/CEO at Employment Resource Group
Brittany Sakata, Esq. - General Counsel at American Staffing Association
Rachel Sederberg, Ph.D. - Labor Economist and Director of Research for Professional Services at Lightcast
Attendance at this event earns 6.0 CE Hours
toward ASA Certification
Attendees will board the Grand Belle on September 11th for a dinner cruise on Lake Geneva!
Guest tickets are available for spouse/plus-one @$150
Email info@issaworks.com for guest ticket to evening event
Booking Link for Rooms at The Abbey
CLICK HERE
Rooms may be reserved in the group block for 9/10 and/or 9/11
until August 11th. The group rate will be honored for extended stays 2 days before and 2 days after, based on availability.
Book your stay for 9/10 and/or 9/11 with the link and contact The Abbey for assistance with extended stay.
1-800-709-1323
Room rates begin at $169. Upgrades available.
Avani Spa at The Abbey Resort
Things To Do in Lake Geneva
Thank you to our event sponsors!
Breakfast sponsored by:
Additional sponsorship opportunities are available
Email info@issaworks.com
The Illinois Search and Staffing Association is proud to host the third of three virtual events in our Owners and Executives series
THE RISE OF AI
Do You Have an AI Strategy to Unlock Your Staffing Organization's Potential? Will You Innovate or be Left Behind?
The rapid advancements in Artificial Intelligence (AI) have transformed how staffing businesses operate, offering new opportunities to streamline processes, enhance decision-making, and drive growth. For staffing organizations, leveraging AI is no longer optional but essential for maintaining a competitive edge. An effective AI strategy can unlock untapped potential across various facets of the staffing industry, from sourcing and recruiting to talent management and client engagement.
AI can revolutionize candidate sourcing by using machine learning algorithms to analyze vast talent pools and match candidates to job descriptions with precision. Automated tools can enhance recruitment efficiency, reducing time-to-hire and enabling recruiters to focus on high-value tasks like relationship-building. Predictive analytics can help forecast workforce needs and identify trends, ensuring the right talent is available at the right time. Additionally, chatbots and AI-powered communication tools improve candidate and client interactions, creating seamless and personalized experiences.
However, to fully realize these benefits, staffing organizations need a well-thought-out AI strategy. This includes assessing current capabilities, identifying areas for improvement, and investing in the right technologies. It also requires training employees to work effectively alongside AI and ensuring ethical considerations, such as bias mitigation and data security, are addressed.
By developing a comprehensive AI strategy, staffing organizations can unlock new efficiencies, improve outcomes, and position themselves as leaders in an increasingly tech-driven industry. The question is: Are you ready to embrace AI and maximize your organization’s potential?
November 6, 2025
1PM-2PM CST
Cost to Attend: ISSA Members FREE, Nonmembers $39
Attendance at this event earns 1.0 hours CE Credit toward ASA certification
MEET THE SPEAKER
Cory McNeley is a Managing Director with UHY Consulting and leader of the Technology Innovation service line which provides digital strategy, technology sourcing, technology automation, digital transformation, and artifucial intelligence & machine learning advisory services to strengthen and transform the office of the Chief Financial Officer. Drawing from over 20 years of experience, his expertise spans international operations, manufacturing, defense and aerospace, retail, government, and service sectors.
Thank you to our sponsor, TRICOM
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