Building the Uber of Staffing | Alex Pantich

Alex Pantich, co-founder and COO of Upshift, shares how an unconventional career path led him from teaching English overseas and launching a news publication to building one of the country's fastest-growing workforce platforms. He discusses how Upshift uses technology to connect businesses with hourly talent, why the company eliminated the traditional recruiter model for many roles, and how AI and behavioral science are helping improve hiring speed, quality, and retention. Alex also explains his philosophy of hiring people with grit over pedigree, building a performance-driven remote culture, and why he believes the next decade will create enormous opportunities for a new generation of staffing leaders. The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis. Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast .