AtWork

Staffing Franchise Expands with New Locations and Earns Top Industry Honors

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — AtWork®, an award-winning leader in the staffing industry, is proud to announce significant growth and recognition in the first half of 2025. Amid a cautiously optimistic outlook for the staffing industry, AtWork continues to outpace expectations with new office openings, strong franchise development, and multiple national awards.

“Despite the headwinds facing the staffing industry, the first two quarters of 2025 have proven to be a period of strength for AtWork,” said Jason Leverant, president and COO of AtWork. “Our ability to adapt to evolving workforce needs while maintaining our commitment to client and candidate satisfaction continues to set us apart.”

New Locations

AtWork continues to grow its national footprint in 2025. Arkansas became the latest state to join AtWork’s growing list of markets, further expanding the brand’s national presence. AtWork opened eight new offices across the country so far in 2025:

• Virginia: Richmond South
• Georgia: Cartersville
• Georgia: West Gwinnett
• South Carolina: Greenville
• Washington: Seattle Southwest
• Arkansas: Bentonville
• Texas: Austin Northeast
• Indiana: Indianapolis NW

Awards & Recognition

AtWork earned several prestigious industry honors in 2025, including:

• Forbes’ List of America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms (2025) – Recognized among the top 200 U.S. firms in the temporary staffing category.
• Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) 2025 Largest Staffing Firms in the US-Recognizing AtWork’s impact and scale in the staffing industry.
• ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Awards (2025) – Awarded to fewer than 1% of staffing firms in the U.S. and Canada.
• Franchise Business Review’s 2025 Top Franchises Satisfaction Award – Based on independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction.
• FranServe Fran-tastic brand-Honored for exceptional commitment in helping individuals realize their dream of owning a business by providing strong franchise opportunities.

A stand-out franchisee, Josephine Suryono, who owns and operates AtWork locations in Sacramento and Roseville, California, has received several accolades for her success this year. Josephine was named the International Franchise Association’s Franchisee of the Year as well as a 2025 Franchise Rockstar by Franchise Business Review in the Women’s category. Her Roseville office led the AtWork system in revenue and gross profit in 2024 and continues to set a high standard in 2025.

Additional Achievements

In the first half of 2025, AtWork’s leadership remained actively involved in national workforce conversations:

• COO Jason Leverant published a practical employment AI Guide designed to help job seekers navigate the evolving job market with new technology.
• Leverant’s expertise has been featured in Newsweek, Yahoo! News, The Washington Examiner and other major outlets, covering topics such as Gen Z’s fear of layoffs, the transition of federal workers into private sector roles, and the shifting landscape for white-collar employment.

With over 30 years in business, AtWork remains committed to supporting entrepreneurs, connecting businesses with high-quality talent, and delivering exceptional staffing solutions nationwide.

To learn more about AtWork’s franchise opportunities, visit www.atwork.com/franchise.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — AtWork®, an award-winning leader in the staffing industry, is proud to announce its inclusion on the Forbes list of America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms 2025. This prestigious recognition, presented in collaboration with Statista, a global authority in industry rankings and statistics, reflects AtWork’s commitment to excellence in the temporary staffing space.

AtWork ranked among the top 200 firms selected in the temporary staffing category, which includes providers of temporary workers and contract positions, excluding interim management positions. Based on an independent survey of industry professionals and clients — including more than 49,200 recruiters, 20,800 HR and hiring managers, and job candidates — this honor reflects AtWork’s consistent success in connecting top talent with the evolving needs of today’s workforce.

“The inclusion in Forbes’ list is a testament to the dedication and passion our entire team brings to the table every day,” said Jason Leverant, President and COO of AtWork. “It reflects not only the quality of service we deliver, but the trust we’ve built with both clients and job seekers across the country. We’re honored by the ranking and energized to continue delivering the best for our clients and job seekers.”

AtWork places candidates across a wide range of industries, including professional services, manufacturing, warehouse operations, and administrative/clerical support. The brand offers flexible staffing solutions, from temp-to-hire to direct hire and executive search services — all tailored to meet unique client needs and help candidates thrive.

Staffing franchise opens more than a dozen new locations and expands into new states

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — AtWork®, a leader in the staffing industry, is celebrating a year of exceptional growth and achievements in 2024. With a commitment to help small business owners grow and excel, AtWork expanded with 13 new office openings, including three new states.

“2024 was a transformative year for AtWork as we achieved significant growth and expansion into new markets,” said Jason Leverant, president and COO of AtWork. “This growth and success reflect the dedication of our corporate team, franchise owners, and staff to delivering excellence in every market we serve.”

2024 By the Numbers:

• 13 new offices opened
• Three new states: Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Arkansas
• 28 territories sold, bringing 18 new franchisees into the system.
• Revenue growth of more than 3%

Recently, AtWork was recognized for its excellence in franchising and customer satisfaction, earning a spot on Franchise Business Review’s Top 200 Franchises. This prestigious ranking is based on independent surveys of thousands of franchisees from leading brands that evaluate owners’ experiences in key areas such as leadership, training, core values, work-life balance, profitability, and overall satisfaction. AtWork’s inclusion highlights the brand’s commitment to delivering industry-leading support and creating a thriving franchise community.

The Knoxville-based franchise provides staffing solutions mainly for light industrial, manufacturing, and office clerical sectors. Over the last three years, AtWork has put more than 113,000 people to work and partnered with more than 2,100 new clients. Collectively, those individuals have contributed close to 50 million hours of work.

“These statistics and accolades represent the impact we have made, not only for businesses but for people looking for life-changing employment opportunities,” said Leverant. “We look forward to continuing to empower people to build brighter, more stable futures and grow their thriving small businesses.”

With more than100 locations nationwide and over 30 years of success, AtWork remains dedicated to expanding its presence in new markets and supporting franchise owners throughout 2025.

To learn more about AtWork’s franchise opportunity, visit https://www.atwork.com/franchise.