Brian Wallins is research director for Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA), responsible for leading global research of talent acquisition technology. Wallins has been with SIA since 2017. He brought six years of experience in equity research of technology companies covering the enterprise software sector for Gleacher & Company, formerly known as  Broadpoint Securities Group. Additionally, he had various corporate strategy and finance roles at Getaround, Hire On-Demand and Calypso Technology (acquired by Nasdaq). Wallins has a Master of Business Administration from Bentley University and passed level one of the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) exam.

Francesca Profeta is well-known for her market research and commitment to promoting Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I). With a 20-year career in the staffing industry and over a decade at SIA, Profeta has played a pivotal role in shaping SIA’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion research. Profeta’s research and advocacy efforts shed light on the importance of diverse representation, technology trends, diverse networks, and the benefits of embracing a culture of inclusivity in staffing practices. In addition to her focus on diversity, equity and inclusion, Profeta provides valuable market insights for SIA members on diverse staffing markets such as Japan, France, Italy, Belgium, Spain and Portugal. Prior to joining SIA, she worked for global staffing firms Select Appointments and Vedior. Profeta is a certified contingent workforce professional (CCWP).