The Staffing Show Balancing Technology and Trust with Kyle Hartman
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Nov 10, 2025 Kyle Hartman, Director of Operations at Hardhat Workforce Solutions, shares his journey from finance to family business. He discusses Hardhat's origins and resilient growth strategies amid challenges. Hartman emphasizes the importance of balancing automation with human connection, as well as transparent communication to build trust with clients. He highlights the role of business intelligence for data-driven decision-making and the significance of prioritizing quality in candidate sourcing. Lastly, he reflects on maintaining local culture while scaling operations nationally.
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Raised In A Family Business
- Kyle Hartman grew up in Hardhat as a family business and saw it discussed at dinners and gatherings.
- Family members and multi-generation employees shaped the company's culture and expansion.
Choosing Family Business Over A Promotion
- Kyle left finance after 10 years to return and help steward his family's business into the next generation.
- He weighed promotion at American Express against the opportunity to grow Hardhat and chose the latter.
Tailwinds Meet Labor Constraints
- Kyle entered staffing during favorable policy tailwinds but facing labor supply gaps and an aging workforce.
- He saw opportunity to apply strategy and operations skills to scale Hardhat rapidly.
