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Leadership Update: TrueBlue Elevates Mike Kruszewski to Lead PeopleReady On-Demand

February 27, 2026
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TrueBlue has announced the appointment of Mike Kruszewski as President of PeopleReady On-Demand. In his expanded role, Kruszewski will oversee the business’s strategy, sales execution, and operational performance as the company continues to strengthen its presence in key local markets.

Kruszewski joined PeopleReady in November 2025 as Head of Sales, where he played an instrumental role in refining the organization’s territory-based operating model. During his tenure, he helped sharpen sales strategy, clarify performance metrics, and align field teams around consistent execution. His efforts have contributed to expanding sales capacity and driving more targeted growth in priority markets.

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Taryn Owen, President and CEO of TrueBlue, said Kruszewski’s leadership has already had a meaningful impact on the organization. She noted that as the company continues investing in sales resources to expand its reach, his ability to translate strategy into disciplined local execution will be critical. Owen emphasized that Kruszewski understands the company’s mission, workforce model, and the operational rigor required to deliver strong results across distributed markets.

In accepting the role, Kruszewski highlighted the importance of PeopleReady On-Demand in connecting businesses with reliable talent while helping individuals access work opportunities. He said he looks forward to partnering closely with field teams to reinforce operational discipline and strengthen performance under the established territory framework. His focus will center on enhancing service delivery, improving client engagement, and sustaining growth momentum.

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Kruszewski brings more than 25 years of experience in sales and operations leadership. Prior to joining TrueBlue, he held senior positions at Aramark, Quaker Oats Company, and PepsiCo, where he led high-performing teams and managed complex, multi-market operations.

His appointment underscores TrueBlue’s commitment to strengthening leadership within its on-demand staffing division and driving consistent, performance-focused growth across local markets.

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