Employbridge, the country’s largest light industrial staffing provider, has tapped Tim Dupree as its new Chief Operating Officer. The hire signals a push by the Atlanta-based staffing giant to tighten operations and build on growth as competition in industrial talent placement intensifies.
From Kelly to Employbridge
Dupree isn’t new to staffing. He spent more than two decades at Kelly Services, where he climbed through enterprise accounts, global services, and solution design roles. Most recently, he was president of Kelly Professional & Industrial, overseeing the company’s largest portfolio across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico.
That background matters: Employbridge runs a massive national network matching industrial, office, and logistics workers with employers. A leader who knows how to scale operations across borders and verticals is well-positioned to sharpen efficiency—and win more client contracts.
Why It Matters
Staffing firms are under pressure from two sides. Employers want faster, more flexible hiring pipelines, while workers expect better matching, consistent pay, and clearer career paths. Technology—from AI-driven talent marketplaces to embedded workforce platforms—is reshaping expectations across the board.
Employbridge’s decision to bring in a COO with a reputation for operational rigor and customer partnership suggests it’s gearing up for growth while also shoring up its ability to deliver reliably at scale.
The Leadership Perspective
“Tim brings a unique combination of operational excellence and growth leadership,” said Bill Grubbs, interim CEO of Employbridge. “His deep industry expertise and passion for building strong customer relationships will be instrumental as we continue to strengthen our operations and accelerate growth.”
The Bottom Line
For a company already at the top of the light industrial staffing market, the next phase is about sustaining scale, integrating tech where it counts, and fending off newer, digital-first competitors. Dupree’s appointment signals that Employbridge is betting on seasoned, industry-tested leadership rather than taking a startup-style gamble.
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