What is the San Antonio Manufacturers Association? For over 100 years, the San Antonio Manufacturers Association has been dedicated to strengthening the local and regional manufacturing industry. A membership driven organization, the San Antonio Manufacturers Association (SAMA) supports our thriving industry through advocacy, development of the workforce, and networking. The Goals of the San […]
The San Antonio Manufacturers Organization: Supporting Manufacturing Jobs, Employees and Industry
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4 Reasons to Live in San Antonio: Ambitious Economic Growth and More
According to Jenna Saucedo-Herrera, quoted in Texas CEO Magazine, “In 5 to 10 years, you will not recognize the San Antonio you are experiencing today.” Herrera, the president and CEO of the San Antonio Economic Development Foundation (SAEDF), has ambitious plans for the future of San Antonio. Already, large corporations are flocking to the city. […]
BLS Report: Staffing Industry Growth in 2017
Current Staffing Industry Growth Trends New data shows that staffing employment jobs are up from the previous year and continuing to follow the last year’s growth trends. According to one of the latest reports from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics, temporary employment staffing increased by 0.5% from December 2016 to January 2017, and […]
Career Resolutions for the New Year
2017 is the Year of the Career. This is the year you break out of those old self-destructive habits and replace them with brand new, shiny New Year’s Resolutions. 2017 is the year you finally stick with your constructive, forward-looking routines. To help you on your journey to success, to a happier, healthier, more productive […]
Poll Reveals Americans are Optimistic About Post-Election Job Creation
According to a survey conducted by Harris Poll for the American Staffing Association Workforce Monitor, over half of United States adults believe the recent election results will have a positive effect on job creation. According to Richard Wahlquist, president and chief executive officer of the American Staffing Association, “The [survey] shows that jobs were an […]
Tri-Starr Group Gives Back: Soldiers’ Angels
Did you know there are more than 1.4 million active duty military members in the United States? More than 70% of married active duty military members have children, so these men and women are supported by their more than 3.6 million family members. As proud residents of Military City USA, Tri-Starr Group wanted to find […]
Thank You from The Tri-Starr Recruiters
Once again, the end of the year is upon us. As the holidays roll through and 2017 welcomes us with open arms into a new year, Tri-Starr Group would like to take a moment to remember the last twelve months and thank our wonderful clients for a great 2016. There are many staffing agencies and […]
Changes to Fair Labor Standards Act to Take Effect December 1st
What is Changing? On May 18, 2016 the Department of Labor published its final ruling on the overtime exemption regulations of the Fair Labor Standards Act. These significant changes will overhaul the payment structures of millions of companies, whether they are small businesses, huge corporations, higher education or nonprofit organizations. Starting December 1, 2016, the […]
Staffing Employment Report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
According to Richard Wahlquist, the president and chief executive officer of the American Staffing Association, staffing companies continue to report steady demand for temporary and contract employees. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics confirmed this sentiment with recently released data in a staffing employment report on the subject. They report that over the past six months, […]
