Austin Kassner of Spherion South Central WI & Northern IL Named to In Business Magazine’s Forty Under 40 Class of 2025
Local Staffing & Recruiting President Honored for Outstanding Community Contributions
Spherion South Central WI & Northern IL is proud to announce that President and Franchise Owner, Austin Kassner, has been named to In Business Magazine’s Forty Under 40 Class of 2025. This prestigious recognition honors rising leaders who are making a lasting impact on the Greater Madison business community.
With 35 years as a trusted workforce partner and more than a decade supporting the biohealth industry, Spherion excels at delivering innovative staffing solutions in the region. Since taking ownership of the Madison branch in 2022, Austin has propelled the organization forward, earning consecutive General Staffing Office of the Year awards. He expanded the company’s reach into Illinois with the acquisition of the Rockford franchise in 2023.
Austin’s leadership style is strategic and hands-on, blending data-driven decision-making with a deep commitment to understanding the needs of partners. With extensive experience in management consulting and private equity, Austin’s strong business acumen uniquely positions Spherion to serve complex industries. Together with his tenured team, Spherion supports biohealth companies from their early high-growth stages to filling specialized roles throughout their entire lifecycle.
“As the region continues to see growth in sectors like biohealth, technology, and advanced manufacturing, businesses are facing increasing demand for skilled talent,” said Kassner. “This recognition highlights the importance of building strong teams to support that growth. We focus on providing tailored staffing solutions backed by years of expertise and a locally owned team that understands the unique needs of businesses in our community. It’s our commitment to fostering deep, lasting relationships that enables us to effectively serve our partners and ensure they have the right talent to succeed.”
Betterment of the community is at the core of Spherion’s business model. Beyond his professional achievements, Austin exemplifies this value through his involvement in local initiatives such as partnerships with community organizations, leadership programs, and supporting schools to help shape the future workforce. Most recently, Spherion invested in the Madison Region Economic Partnership, reinforcing its commitment to fostering opportunities for businesses and job seekers alike. Austin's leadership has also been recognized on a national level—he was named a Franchise Business Review Millennial Rockstar in 2024.
To learn more about Spherion South Central Wisconsin & Northern IL, visit our website at http://www.spherion.com/madison.
