KellyOCG® Named to HRO Today's Baker's Dozen List for Eighth Consecutive Year

TROY, Mich. (August 23, 2011) — The Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO) practice of Kelly Outsourcing and Consulting Group (KellyOCG®) has been named by HRO Today magazine in its annual RPO Baker’s Dozen list. Currently in its eighth year, the Baker’s Dozen list ranking has become an industry benchmark recognizing the leading players in the Recruitment Process Outsourcing business globally.

The results of the Baker’s Dozen list are based upon a survey completed by HR executives who are current buyers of RPO services. The RPO providers were rated on the breadth of their service, the size of the programs they manage, and the quality of service provided. The survey was grouped into three lists. The Enterprise Baker’s Dozen list, which has been generated by HRO Today for eight years, lists the top providers in RPO. The magazine also names the top Global Market Leaders and the top Mid-Market and On-Demand Providers.

KellyOCG is one of only four companies to be named to the Enterprise Baker’s Dozen list for the eighth consecutive year. Additionally, KellyOCG is among one of nine RPO providers worldwide included on the Global Market Leaders list.

“The increase in demand for talent acquisition management, recruitment process design and scalability of sourcing functions across the globe, has helped to increase awareness and recognition of the RPO practice of KellyOCG,” said Candy Lewandowski, Vice President and Global Practice Lead for RPO, KellyOCG. “Recognition in the Baker’s Dozen list helps confirm our familiarity and success within this industry.”

“KellyOCG is one of the world’s top RPO firms and once again demonstrates its leadership by being ranked among the very top firms in the RPO industry on the HRO Today RPO Baker’s Dozen Customer Satisfaction Survey”, according to Elliot Clark, CEO of HRO Today magazine. “The KellyOCG organization offers strategically integrated global talent solutions for both permanent and contingent workforce needs. They have distinguished themselves on both the HRO Today RPO and MSP surveys, and continue to demonstrate great market strength and customer service.”

Established in 1995, the RPO practice of KellyOCG provides recruiting solutions to clients worldwide using advanced recruitment strategies, sourcing tools and techniques, combined with LEAN methodology to ensure process efficiency and customer satisfaction.

KellyOCG allows companies to transfer all or part of their recruitment processes to Kelly®. As an exclusive partner, the KellyOCG RPO team becomes an extension of the client’s human resources department and is trained in company culture and practices. With a global presence, KellyOCG can swiftly address any compliance or language issues when helping companies expand.

“It comes as no surprise to see the RPO practice of Kelly Outsourcing and Consulting Group included in the 2011 RPO Bakers Dozen list,” said Emma Beaumont, Global Head of Events, Shared Services & Outsourcing Network (SSON). “KellyOCG is a formidable player in both the RPO and MSP space. Their global reach and capabilities, coupled with their outstanding service delivery and history of sustaining long term relationships makes them an obvious choice in this industry.”

“Being named to the Baker’s Dozen list of top RPO providers for the eighth consecutive year is something we are very proud of,” said Zachary Misko, Vice President and Market Development Lead, KellyOCG. “Familiarity with RPO is strong, as reported in our recent 4th annual Global RPO report, and we are positioned well to respond to companies with recruitment needs and exceed our client’s expectations. Thank you to our clients for recognizing our efforts!”

Given its longstanding relationships with Fortune 500® companies, the KellyOCG RPO practice uses the most advanced recruiting tools and technologies — capable of seeking and tracking candidates 24/7 — and best practices to serve clients in every industry. KellyOCG provides flexible and scalable recruiting solutions to fit the shifting needs of companies in a changing economy.

About KellyOCG
KellyOCG is the Outsourcing and Consulting Group of workforce solutions provider, Kelly Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: KELYA, KELYB). KellyOCG is a global leader in innovative talent management solutions in the areas of Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), Contingent Workforce Outsourcing (CWO), including Independent Contractor Solutions, Human Resources Consulting, Career Transition and Organizational Effectiveness, and Executive Search. Visit www.kellyocg.com.

About Kelly Services®
Kelly Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: KELYA, KELYB) is a leader in providing workforce solutions. Kelly offers a comprehensive array of outsourcing and consulting services as well as world-class staffing on a temporary, temporary-to-hire and direct-hire basis. Serving clients around the globe, Kelly provides employment to 530,000 employees annually. Revenue in 2010 was $5 billion. Visit www.kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, & Twitter.

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