Staffmark Group strengthens workforce opportunities for veterans and military families. Nov 11, 2026, 09:25 ET 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(R) 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

How Veteran Nonprofits Are Using AI Agents to serve those who served. Learn how two veteran support nonprofits are putting AI agents to work for their communities. Veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses bring extraordinary skills to the civilian workforce, but the path to employment is rarely straightforward. Now, the nonprofits that support them are using AI agents to scale access. Salesforce is proud to pair career pathways with technology and philanthropic support that expands the capacity of the organizations dedicated to supporting military families and communities. Through Salesforce Military, veterans, transitioning service members, and military spouses gain access to free tech training, high-demand skills, and certifications. To date, the program has delivered more than $2.7M in free certifications and achieved an 80%+ job placement rate for graduates of the Military Fellows Program. Even more, the Salesforce Military community has grown to over 92,000 members and has expanded its support to include Gold Star Children. Through the Salesforce Accelerator - Agents for Impact, we equip organizations with funding, pro bono expertise, and Agentforce technology to scale their missions with AI agents. To date, we've delivered $16M in grant funding, leveraged 4K+ hours of pro bono expertise, all in support of 55 nonprofit AI solutions. Ready to lead the way with AI? The Salesforce Accelerator equips nonprofits with funding, cutting-edge technology, and pro bono expertise. Express your interest How Veteran Nonprofits Are Using AI Agents Blue Star Families: AI Donor Management That Saves 400 Hours a Week For 15 years, Salesforce has partnered with Blue Star Families to provide free certifications and access to our Military Fellowship. Military families bear the weight of service together, navigating frequent relocations and disruptions that contribute to a staggering 22% unemployment rate among military spouses. Through our Military program, not only are we supporting service members themselves, but we're also supporting their spouses and families. The program now also supports Gold Star Children and is working toward an industry-wide goal of reducing military spouse unemployment by 7%. But our partnership doesn't stop there. Recently, through the Accelerator and with the help of our pro bono volunteer experts, Blue Star Families built an Agentforce-powered donor management agent that saves 400 staff hours per week - the equivalent of $20,000 in weekly capacity. “Military families serve alongside their service members, and they deserve support that is just as steady. Salesforce Military helps military-connected families pursue careers, and its expansion to Gold Star Children this year extends that support to families who have lost a loved one in service. Through the Accelerator, Salesforce also helped us use Agentforce to give time back to our team, which means more time for the families we serve,” said Lindsey Knight, Chief Impact Officer at Blue Star Families. Hire Heroes USA: MentorSync, an AI Agent for Veteran Career Mentorship Career support must extend beyond the initial transition to civilian life. For over 20 years, Hire Heroes USA has helped veterans and military spouses build fulfilling civilian careers, supporting more than 125,000 individuals in securing meaningful employment. In 2025 alone, more than 13,000 veterans and military spouses secured employment with the organization’s support. Alongside Salesforce pro bono fellows, Hire Heroes USA will eliminate manual coordination to speed up connections between veterans, volunteer coordinators, and mentors. Hire Heroes USA's MentorSync, powered by Agentforce, is projected to save 2,000-3,000 staff hours a year and expand volunteer capacity by 40-60%. Crucially, this agentic solution connects directly back to our employees. Through Salesforce Military, Salesforce employees can volunteer as mentors to conduct mock interviews, offer career guidance, and build networks and the Salesforce Military community can leverage Hire Heroes USA resources. Thus, proving that technology works best when it empowers human connection. Hire Heroes USA empowers service members, veterans, and military spouses to succeed in the civilian workforce. [Image credit: Drazen | Adobe] "Veterans have served all of us. Volunteering my time and expertise as a mentor with Hire Heroes USA is one small way to say thank you. From mock interviews to long-term career advice, helping someone turn their military experience into their next career is some of the most rewarding work I’ve done at Salesforce,” said Brandon Nivens, a Salesforce Employee Volunteer. Keeping the Mission Human Military service is shared across families and communities, and the support we provide must be just as comprehensive. By leveraging the full power of Salesforce, we are removing operational barriers so nonprofit leaders and volunteers can focus on what matters most: helping veterans and military families thrive in their next chapter. Get involved: Nonprofits: Express interest for the Salesforce Accelerator - Agents for Impact by February 1, 2027. Veterans & Military Spouses: Join the free Salesforce Military community on Trailhead and on Slack to learn more.