November 24, 2025

Culture Fit vs. Culture Shock

Culture Fit vs. Culture Shock Corporate culture is what defines a company’s identity, those shared values, behaviors and beliefs that shape how its people work, collaborate, and make decisions every day. Company values and moral alignment shape that culture, and when hiring employees or consultants, it’s important to consider how those values line up to support the organization’s overall mission. A good culture fit is more than just surface-level similarities between employer and employee. It’s […]
November 24, 2025

Hiring for the Long Haul: A Two-Way Street

Hiring for the Long Haul: A Two-Way Street Today’s job market has changed. Candidates and companies aren’t just looking for the basics anymore; they want purpose, values, and a real sense of direction. That’s why sustainability isn’t just a buzzword. It’s a must. And it’s not just something we talk about at S³. The people we work with care, too. Our customers, our consultants, our communities. Internally and externally, values matter more than ever.   […]
November 24, 2025

The Future of Hiring: Skills Over Schooling

The Future of Hiring: Skills Over Schooling Times don’t change without reason; the evolution of technology and expectations in the workplace has changed the job market from what it once was. Having a college degree used to be a necessity, but now, employers care about what someone can actually do: tangible skills that translate to value. These skills don’t have to be learned in the classroom. The average worker doesn’t need to shoulder the weight […]
November 23, 2025

Meet Victoria Neal: Vice President, Human Resources

Meet Victoria Neal: Vice President, Human Resources People-Driven, Growth-Minded, Integrity-Focused   Vickie Neal joined Strategic Staffing Solutions (S3) in 2019 as Payroll Manager, bringing with her a strong foundation in payroll operations and a passion for developing people. She quickly advanced to Payroll Director, and in April 2025 was promoted to Vice President of Human Resources. This steady rise reflects her exceptional leadership and commitment to learning, growth, and service. From the moment she interviewed […]
November 23, 2025

Meet Aliny Knupp: Vice President

Meet Aliny Knupp: Vice President People promotor, Relationship Builder     Aliny Knupp’s career with S3 began in 2014 when she worked as a consultant for the company’s highly active Charlotte location, fulfilling a host of administrative duties. Her service was so exemplary that she was hired on as a branch administrator in 2015. In this role she was able to learn the staffing industry from the ground up and touched all aspects of the […]
November 23, 2025

Meet Mary Farmer: Senior Vice President

Meet Bob Zhang: Senior Vice President Leading U.S. growth with a tech-forward vision     Bob Zhang developed his strong work ethic at a young age working in his parents’ Ann Arbor restaurant. Serving as a busboy, cook, waiter, and dishwasher, Bob picked up a multitude of skills that serve him well to this day. With dual degrees in computer science and mathematics, Bob joined the S3 family in 2004 as its Director of IT […]
November 23, 2025

Meet Chad Diddens: Senior Vice President

Meet Chad Diddens: Senior Vice President     With more than 20 years of experience in the staffing industry, Chad has built and nurtured long-standing relationships with customers across key industries. Since joining Strategic Staffing Solutions (S3) in 2007, he has played a pivotal role in delivering staff augmentation, project solutions, and IT/business services throughout the U.S. and internationally, including London, Buenos Aires, Lithuania, Manila, and Poland. Previously serving as Market Vice President of Team […]
November 23, 2025

Meet Robert Belloni: Senior Vice President

Meet Robert Belloni: Senior Vice President Delivery Leader, Market Trailblazer, Detroit Champion     Robert Belloni brings over a decade of experience in S3 to his role as Senior Vice President. He supports delivery and operations across all U.S. and global markets, with a focus on Detroit and St. Louis. In his role as Senior Vice President, Rob is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and execution of delivery and operations initiatives. He ensures that […]
November 23, 2025

Meet Mary Farmer: Senior Vice President

Meet Mary Farmer: Senior Vice President     Sara Farmer is a highly accomplished leader in the IT staffing and talent solutions industry, garnering more than two decades of experience in delivering exceptional staffing solutions and cultivating robust customer relationships. A significant portion of her career has been dedicated to Strategic Staffing Solutions (S3), where she has held diverse roles, showcasing her versatility and expertise. Currently, she serves as Senior Vice President for the Mid-Atlantic […]