Onward Search, a leader in staffing and talent solutions specializing in creative, marketing, and technology roles, has been named one of the “Top Staffing Companies to Work For in 2025” for the fourth consecutive year. Additionally, Ken Clark, CEO of Onward Search, was recognized as one of the “Top 5 Staffing Leaders to Watch in 2025” at the 2025 World Staffing Awards.
These prestigious accolades celebrate staffing agencies that have remarkable cultures and leaders who are driving transformation in the staffing industry. The World Staffing Summit, the event where these awards were presented, is the largest virtual gathering of staffing professionals, providing a platform for industry leaders to discuss trends shaping the future of staffing.
Highlights of Onward Search’s Recognition
1. Recognition for Excellence in Staffing
- Onward Search has been named one of the Top Staffing Companies to Work For for four consecutive years, reflecting the company’s outstanding workplace culture and commitment to its clients and talent.
- CEO Ken Clark was also recognized among the Top 5 Staffing Leaders to Watch, celebrating his leadership and impact on the staffing industry.
2. Industry-Leading Workplace Culture
- The World Staffing Awards honor agencies with remarkable cultures, and Onward Search’s consistent ranking highlights its dedication to employee satisfaction and client success.
- “This honor truly is a testament to our outstanding team at Onward Search, who embody our core values with an unrelenting passion for serving our clients and talent,” said Ken Clark, CEO.
3. A Year of Continued Recognition and Excellence
- In addition to the World Staffing Award, Onward Search was also honored with ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing Awards for Service Excellence, further underscoring the company’s commitment to both clients and talent.
- Onward Search has previously earned recognition as a top employer from Forbes, Hearst Media, Comparably, InHerSight, and UpCity.
4. Honoring Staffing Professionals Across the Industry
- The World Staffing Summit, where the awards were presented, serves as a platform to highlight the important work done by staffing professionals.
- Jan Jedlinski, Co-Founder & CEO of Candidate.ly & World Staffing Summit, stated, “Staffing professionals are giving their best trying to help others. This is why we want to celebrate the best professionals and companies in the industry.”
Onward Search’s continued recognition as one of the Top Staffing Companies to Work For and Ken Clark’s recognition as a leader to watch reinforce the company’s position as a standout in the staffing industry. With a focus on creating outstanding workplace cultures and consistently delivering exceptional staffing solutions, Onward Search is poised for even greater success in the future.
