Adam Pode joined Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) in June 2009 with overall responsibility for research covering markets in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) and Asia Pacific (APAC). Since then, he has examined and written about the staffing industry in various markets, from Australia to Zambia.  Pode developed forecasts that the market uses to plan its strategy. He advises numerous companies worldwide and works with the World Employment Confederation (WEC) to measure the industry’s pulse rate. Additionally, he has calculated the size of the global gig economy and spoken at numerous industry events.  Throughout his career, Pode has worked in research both in the House of Commons and the British Army. He ran his own research firm, served as a professor in the United States, headed the business intelligence unit of a large, listed United Kingdom firm, and worked as an associate partner in private equity practice. He is a certified contingent workforce professional (CCWP) and works from SIA’s London office.  

David Papapostolou leads interactive research and data visualization initiatives at Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). This includes the SIA | Bullhorn Staffing Indicator and the US Geographic Opportunities Atlas. Prior to becoming a developer at SIA, Papapostolou served as an analyst within the research team since May 2010 and has written extensively about the contingent workforce environments in many staffing markets globally. Papapostolou is based in France, by the Loire River and near the Atlantic Ocean. He has a PhD in biochemistry from Paris University Denis Diderot.

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).

Matt Norton is workforce solutions research director at Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) joining the research firm in 2012. He is the analyst and advisor to Contingent Workforce Strategies (CWS) Council Members on global market developments across the entire spectrum of workforce solutions. This includes managed service provider (MSP), recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and total talent management. Norton authored SIA’s Workforce Solutions Ecosystem research report in his prior role as senior research analyst. He is a frequent presenter and moderator at industry conferences and events. Norton has a Bachelor of Arts from Royal Holloway, University of London and a master’s degree from The London School of Economics. He is a certified contingent workforce professional (CCWP).