Join P.O.W.E.R. Association

Protecting Workers, Exposing Fraud, Driving Reform in the Staffing Industry

Why Join P.O.W.E.R. Association?

The P.O.W.E.R. Association is a formal partnership of its members dedicated to workplace ethics and reforms in the Staffing Industry.

The Partnership Organization for Workplace Ethics and Reform (P.O.W.E.R. Association) brings together ethical staffing agencies and vendors, employers, insurers, regulators, investigators, and worker advocates who are committed to cleaning up the staffing industry.

Staffing fraud, workers’ compensation abuse, illegal labor brokerage, misclassification, and wage theft hurt workers, honest employers, and the entire economy. By joining P.O.W.E.R. Association, you become part of a coordinated effort to:

  • Protect workers from exploitation

  • Expose and disrupt staffing fraud schemes

  • Support enforcement and regulatory action

  • Drive long-term legislative and industry reform

When you join, you’re not just paying dues — you’re stepping into the enforcement and reform side of history.

Why Join P.O.W.E.R. Association?

The P.O.W.E.R. Association is a formal partnership of its members dedicated to workplace ethics and reforms in the Staffing Industry.

The Partnership Organization for Workplace Ethics and Reform (P.O.W.E.R. Association) brings together ethical staffing agencies and vendors, employers, insurers, regulators, investigators, and worker advocates who are committed to cleaning up the staffing industry.

Staffing fraud, workers’ compensation abuse, illegal labor brokerage, misclassification, and wage theft hurt workers, honest employers, and the entire economy. By joining P.O.W.E.R. Association, you become part of a coordinated effort to:

  • Protect workers from exploitation

  • Expose and disrupt staffing fraud schemes

  • Support enforcement and regulatory action

  • Drive long-term legislative and industry reform

When you join, you’re not just paying dues — you’re stepping into the enforcement and reform side of history.

Who Should Join?

P.O.W.E.R. Association membership is open to:

  • Staffing agencies committed to ethical and compliant practices

  • Employers who use staffing and want to work with ethical staffing agencies and help reduce their own employment risks and fight fraud

  • Vendors in the Staffing Space who provide products and services to staffing agencies who want to work with ethical and professional operators

  • Insurers, TPAs, PEO’s, brokers, and risk managers

  • Attorneys, investigators, auditors, and compliance professionals

  • Worker advocacy organizations & nonprofits

  • Academics and policy professionals focused on labor, insurance, and regulation

(Government, law enforcement, and press may participate as non-dues, non-voting collaborators.)

Member Benefits

1. P.O.W.E.R. Compliance Seal™ & Directory Listing

  • Use of the P.O.W.E.R. “Membership” logo on websites, proposals and sales materials.

  • Use of the P.O.W.E.R. “Ethical Staffing Partner” Seal on your website, proposals, and

    materials

  • Listing in the P.O.W.E.R. Ethical Staffing & Employer Directory, promoted to insurers and

    employers

2. P.O.W.E.R. newsletter, Fraud Alerts & Enforcement Intelligence Bulletins

  • Quarterly P.O.W.E.R. newsletter with latest trends and updates

  • Access to members-only fraud alerts, trend reports, and case summaries

  • Briefings on piggybacking schemes, shell staffing operations, WC fraud, and enforcement actions

3. Compliance Resources & Templates

  • Practical tols and templates, including:

  • Ethics and anti-retaliation policies

  • Workers’ compensation verification procedures

  • Sample staffing contract clauses

  • Fraud-prevention and due diligence checklists

4. Regulatory & Legal Guidance (Helpdesk)

  • Access to a non-lawyer regulatory helpdesk for:

  • Understanding DIR, CDI, WCIRB, EDD, and WCAB rules

  • Best practices for certificate verification and labor broker vetting

(Not formal legal representation; informational guidance only.)

5. Training, Webinars & Certification

  • Discounts or free access to

  • Staffing fraud detection and WC verification training

  • Ethical Staffing / Compliance Certification programs

  • Regular webinars on enforcement trends and new regulations

6. Whistleblower & Enforcement Support

  • Priority intake and referral support for suspected fraud cases

  • Guidance on documenting misconduct and routing cases to the right agencies

7. Advocacy & Reform Voice

  • Representation in legislative and regulatory discussions relating to:

  • Staffing industry oversight

  • Workers’ comp fraud and premium leakage

  • Labor broker regulation and licensing

  • Worker protection and wage enforcement

8. Events & Networking

  • Invitations to:

  • The P.O.W.E.R. Staffing Ethics Summit

  • Roundtables with insurers, regulators, and investigators

  • Regional workshops and training events

9. Members Only Discounts and Special Access

  • Members can receive:

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10. Governance & Committees (for Voting Members)

  • Eligibility to serve on:

  • Ethics Committee

  • Enforcement Referral & Investigations Committee

  • Legislative & Regulatory Affairs Committee

  • Employer or Staffing Advisory Councils

  • Voting rights on key association decisions and board elections (for eligible membership categories)

Membership Levels & Dues

Individual Member

$145

/ year

Compliance, legal, HR, risk, investigative, and advocacy professionals.

Organization /

Corporate

Member

$495

/ year

Staffing agencies, employers, insurers, TPAs, brokers, and professional firms.

Government /

Law Enforcement /

Regulatory / Press

$0

/ year

Complimentary, non-voting participation to support enforcement and transparency.

Membership Levels & Dues

Individual Member

$145/year

Compliance, legal, HR, risk, investigative, and advocacy professionals.

Organization / Corporate Member

$495/year

Staffing agencies, employers, insurers, TPAs, brokers, and professional firms.

Government / Law Enforcement / Regulatory / Press

$0/year

Complimentary, non-voting participation to support enforcement and transparency.

How to Join

1

Complete the Online Application

Provide your organization details, contact information, and a brief ethics/compliance attestation.

2

Submit Payment

Pay dues securely online via credit card or ACH.

3

Membership Review & Approval

P.O.W.E.R. Association may conduct basic screening for fraud, enforcement history, or conflicts.

4

Receive Your Welcome Kit

New members receive:

  • Digital membership certificate

  • P.O.W.E.R. Members Logo and Compliance Seal™ files

  • Access credentials for the member portal and resources

5

Get Involved

  • Join a committee

  • Attend trainings and events

  • Participate in enforcement referral and reform initiatives

How to Join

1

Complete the Online Application

Provide your organization details, contact information, and a brief ethics/compliance attestation.

2

Submit Payment

Pay dues securely online via credit card or ACH.

3

Membership Review & Approval

P.O.W.E.R. Association may conduct basic screening for fraud, enforcement history, or conflicts.

4

Receive Your Welcome Kit

New members receive:

  • Digital membership certificate

  • P.O.W.E.R. Members Logo and Compliance Seal™ files

  • Access credentials for the member portal and resources

5

Get Involved

  • Join a committee

  • Attend trainings and events

  • Participate in enforcement referral and reform initiatives

Join P.O.W.E.R. Association today and stand on the side of integrity.

Protect workers. Expose fraud. Help drive real reform in the staffing industry.

P.O.W.E.R.

Partnership Organization for Workplace Ethics and Reform

Protecting Workers. Exposing Fraud. Driving Reform

in the Staffing Industry

+1 (803) 715-1421

1401 21st Street Suite # 15472
Sacramento, CA 95811

P.O.W.E.R.

Partnership Organization for Workplace Ethics and Reform

Protecting Workers. Exposing Fraud. Driving Reform in the Staffing Industry.

+1(803)715-1421

1401 21st Street Suite # 15472,
Sacramento, CA 95811