A local staffing team that many Duluth businesses and job seekers already know is getting some national recognition. Spherion Staffing and Recruiting, with offices in Duluth and Mankato, has been awarded the company’s Service Excellence Award, recognizing the way they show up for clients and candidates day in and day out.
The award was presented to franchise owner Leah Macgregor at Spherion’s 2026 National Meeting, held in Baltimore this March. It’s given to offices across the country that stand out for the way they serve their communities, not just in results, but in how they treat people along the way.
Built on Relationships
Staffing can be transactional, but Macgregor’s team has leaned into something a little different. Their focus has been on building real relationships, taking the time to understand both the businesses they work with and the people looking for jobs.
That approach has translated into strong feedback locally, with Google ratings of 4.8 and 4.9 across their Duluth and Mankato offices. More importantly, it’s helped them become a go-to partner for companies trying to hire in a tight and often unpredictable labor market.
“Our team takes a lot of pride in the experience we create for people,” Macgregor said. “This is a relationship business. Every interaction matters, and I think this recognition reflects the care our team brings to the work every day.”
A Familiar Name for Local Hiring
In Duluth, where hiring needs can change fast across industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and skilled trades, having a staffing partner you can count on goes a long way. Over time, Spherion has become a familiar name for businesses that need to move quickly while still doing things the right way.
The Duluth office has grown alongside the local economy, adjusting to shifts in the workforce while staying focused on the basics, clear communication, consistency, and follow-through. That approach has helped them build strong, long-term relationships with employers across the region, from small businesses to larger operations.
They also tap into Spherion’s broader network and its parent company, Randstad, which opens the door to a wider pool of talent. Even with that national support, the work here stays local, grounded in relationships and a real understanding of the Northland job market.
Recognized During a Milestone Year
The award comes during a big year for the company as a whole. Spherion is celebrating its 80th anniversary in 2026, marking decades of helping people find jobs and supporting businesses across the country.
The National Meeting brought together franchise owners and leaders from across the U.S. for a few days of conversations around what’s ahead in hiring, including how technology is changing the industry and where human connection still matters most.
The event wrapped with an awards celebration recognizing top-performing offices, including Macgregor’s team in Minnesota.
Spherion Staffing and Recruiting is a national staffing and recruiting firm that connects businesses with qualified talent across a range of industries, including administrative, light industrial, customer service, and professional roles. While part of a larger national network, each office operates locally, allowing teams like those in Duluth and Mankato to stay closely connected to the communities they serve.Spherion has been helping people find jobs and supporting business growth for decades, with a focus on long-term relationships rather than one-time placements. To learn more, visit https://www.spherion.com/Duluth.
