[Morristown, NJ – June 20, 2025] – CoWorx is proud to announce that Amanda Platia, PHR, SHRM-CP, Senior Vice President of People & Culture, has been named to Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) prestigious 2025 40 Under 40 list.
The SIA 40 Under 40 list recognizes the next generation of leaders shaping the future of staffing through innovation and spotlights professionals making major contributions to the world of work early in their careers. The 40 Under 40 list honors rising stars who are making their mark on the workforce solutions ecosystem within the US and Canada.
“Amanda truly deserves this recognition – since joining CoWorx, Amanda has worked tirelessly to improve our people strategy. Under her leadership, the HR function has undergone a remarkable transformation, aligning closely with business goals and driving measurable results” said Kara Rogan, President and CEO at CoWorx. “Amanda combines strategic vision with real care for our people. She’s not just building processes; she’s building a workplace where everyone can thrive. This SIA honor is a well-earned recognition of the impact she’s making at CoWorx and in our industry.”
As Senior Vice President of People & Culture at CoWorx, Amanda has led the launch of CoWorx’s HR Consulting Services and helped develop an application-based emerging leader program to support career advancement for internal talent. She also championed workplace culture by co-founding the company’s DEIB Council, growing the number of employee resource groups to 13, and driving a 12% increase in DEIB awareness in engagement surveys.
“Being recognized alongside such accomplished professionals in the staffing industry is truly an honor,” said Amanda Platia. “I love seeing people thrive,” she says. “There is nothing more rewarding than creating the environment to help people grow.”
About the SIA 40 Under 40
SIA 40 under 40 recognizes early-career professionals making a meaningful impact on the world of work, without assigning a rank. The list recognizes the achievements, ambition and influence of up-and-coming staffing professionals. Since its inception, the SIA 40 Under 40 has become one of the most respected recognition programs in the workforce solutions industry. To review the full list, click here.
About CoWorx
CoWorx Staffing Services is dedicated to empowering job seekers and enhancing the impact they make on employers. With a compassionate and experienced team, CoWorx provides tailored staffing solutions, including temporary staffing, direct hire, onsite staffing, recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), payroll services, HR consulting, and national program management.
CoWorx connects businesses with talent across a range of specializations to support operational success and meet industry-specific workforce needs, from administrative and call center roles to manufacturing, engineering, accounting & finance, human resources, technology, and creative fields. Additional opportunities are available through our executive search and luxury beauty and fragrance divisions.
As one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. and a WBENC-certified Women’s Business Enterprise and Diversity-Owned Supplier, CoWorx is a trusted partner for businesses seeking talent and workforce management solutions that drive growth. By investing in its team and processes, CoWorx sets new standards in client partnership and community impact within the workforce solutions industry.
About Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA)
Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) is the global research and advisory firm focused on staffing and workforce solutions. Their proprietary research covers all categories of employed and non-employed work including temporary staffing, independent contracting and other types of contingent labor.
SIA’s independent and objective analysis provides insights into the services and suppliers operating in the staffing and workforce solutions ecosystem. This includes staffing firms, managed service providers, recruitment process outsourcers, payrolling/compliance firms, and talent acquisition technology specialists. And the technological aspect encompasses options such as vendor management systems, online staffing platforms, crowdsourcing and online work services. They also provide training and accreditation with their unique Certified Contingent Workforce Professional (CCWP) program.
