International Association of Outsourcing Professionals(R) Selects KellyOCG(R) in the "Leaders Category" for the 2015 Global Outsourcing 100(R) Service Providers List

TROY, Mich. – February 17, 2015 – For the fourth consecutive year, KellyOCG, the outsourcing and consulting group of Kelly Services(R), has been named to the Leaders category for the 2015 Global Outsourcing 100 by the International Association of Outsourcing Professionals(R) (IAOP(R)). The announcement was made at the 2015 Outsourcing World Summit(R) in Phoenix, Arizona.

The 2015 Global Outsourcing 100 recognizes the world’s best outsourcing service providers and advisors. Judging is based on a rigorous scoring methodology that includes an independent review by a panel of IAOP customer members with extensive experience in selecting outsourcing service providers and advisors for their organizations. The 2015 panel is led by IAOP Chairman Michael F. Corbett.

“Being named to the global Outsourcing 100 list is no easy task,” said Michael Corbett. “IAOP is pleased to recognize KellyOCG for their excellence and achievement.”

“Companies today are challenged with creating a competitive advantage through greater efficiency and sharper insight into their talent strategies. We are extremely proud of this recognition as one of the world’s best outsourcing providers for the fourth consecutive year as it affirms our consultative talent supply chain management approach and our success in building and implementing programs that help our clients achieve their business goals,” said Teresa Carroll, senior vice president and general manager of KellyOCG.

The four areas considered and judged for 2015 Global Outsourcing 100 program include:
– Size and Growth as measured in revenue, employee and global presence.
– Delivery Excellence as demonstrated through the value being created at the company’s top customers, industry recognition, and relevant organizational and individual professional certifications.
– Programs for Innovation as demonstrated through specific programs and resulting outcomes that produce new forms of value for customers.
– Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as shown through corporate programs and outcomes that address such topics as community involvement and development, labor practices, human rights, fair operating practices, environmental impacts, consumer issues, and organizational governance.

About IAOP
IAOP is the go-to association leading the way to improve outsourcing outcomes by bringing together customers, providers and advisors in a collaborative, knowledge-based environment that promotes professional development, recognition, certification and excellence. With more than 120,000 members and affiliates worldwide, IAOP is not only on top of the latest trends but in front of them. Through its expansive global chapter network, premier training and certification programs, knowledge center, member community and more, IAOP helps members learn, grow and succeed. For more information and how you can become involved, visit www.IAOP.org.

About KellyOCG
KellyOCG(R), the outsourcing and consulting group of workforce solutions provider, Kelly Services, Inc., is a global leader in integrated workforce solution delivery. KellyOCG consults with clients worldwide providing customized, holistic talent supply chain management solutions in the areas of strategic workforce planning, workforce analytics, candidate experience, employer branding, enhanced services, and talent sourcing. In addition to providing integrated workforce solutions, KellyOCG specializes in recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), business process outsourcing (BPO), contingent workforce outsourcing (CWO), career transition, executive search, and executive coaching and development.
Further information about KellyOCG may be found at KellyOCG.com.

About Kelly Services
Kelly Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: KELYA, KELYB) is a global leader in providing workforce solutions. Kelly(R) 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 world, Kelly provided employment to approximately 555,000 employees in 2014. Revenue in 2014 was $5.6 billion. Visit kellyservices.com.
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