Staffmark Group Strengthens Workforce Opportunities for Veterans and Military Families

Through targeted employment initiatives, community partnerships, and career development resources, the company helps military-connected talent build lasting careers while expanding employers' access to skilled workers.

CINCINNATI, Nov. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Staffmark Group, one of the nation's largest staffing companies and part of RGF Staffing, helps veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses turn their experience into meaningful careers, while connecting employers with a valuable pool of skilled talent. This work is part of RGF Connect, the global social program of RGF Staffing that supports people facing barriers in the labor market.

RGF Connect is built on opportunities for all, fair chances, and empowerment, and offers education, training, and employment opportunities that build bridges, break down barriers, and enable meaningful change.

Military service develops capabilities employers need, including leadership, adaptability, problem-solving, and teamwork. Yet translating that experience into civilian employment isn't always straightforward. Through dedicated employment initiatives and community partnerships, Staffmark Group is working to bridge that gap.

"Veterans bring tremendous value to the workplace, but that value isn't always reflected in a traditional resume or job description," said Stacey Lane, CEO of Staffmark Group. "By helping employers recognize those strengths and connecting military families with meaningful career opportunities, we're building stronger workforces and creating lasting impact."

Connecting Military Experience with Business Needs

Central to that commitment is Operation: Hired, a veteran employment initiative that began in Cincinnati and has expanded to connect military talent with employers across industries. Through partnerships with organizations including Easterseals and Blue Star Families, Staffmark Group also provides resume workshops, interview preparation, career coaching, and specialized resources for military spouses.

"Employers need people who can adapt, solve problems, lead teams, and deliver results," said Matthew McGowan, Director of Social Impact at Staffmark Group and a U.S. Army veteran. "Veterans have developed those capabilities in some of the most demanding environments imaginable. Our job is to help employers recognize that potential and give veterans the opportunity to put those skills to work."

A Commitment Recognized Nationally

Staffmark Group's sustained commitment to military-connected talent has earned national recognition, including a place on the 2026 Best for Vets: Employers list by Military Times and recognition as a 2026 Top Veteran Employer by U.S. Veterans Magazine. These honors build on the company's previous Military Friendly® recognition and reflect its continued investment in connecting military families with opportunity.

About Staffmark Group

Staffmark Group is one of the largest staffing companies in the United States and a portfolio company of RGF Staffing, the Staffing SBU of Recruit Holdings. For more than 55 years, Staffmark Group has delivered the industry's widest range of tailored workforce solutions through its family of specialty brands, including Staffmark, Advantage Technical, Hunter Hamilton, Digital People, and Employee Management Services (EMS). Operating across a network of over 300 locations, Staffmark Group places over 125,000 talented individuals annually. To learn more about Staffmark Group, visit www.smgroupna.com.

About RGF Staffing:

RGF Staffing is a leading global HR services provider with activities in Asia Pacific, Europe, Japan and North America. Every day around 308,000 people work for businesses and institutions via the RGF Staffing network. RGF Staffing is a part of Recruit Holdings Co., Ltd. For further information please visit www.rgfstaffing.com.

SOURCE Staffmark Group