Celebrating Outstanding Participation:
The Wayne Josephson Award

The Wayne Josephson Award is TempNet’s highest recognition for members who embody the principles of collaboration, innovation, and leadership within our network. Established in honor of Wayne Josephson, the visionary founder of our predecessor organization in 1974, the award celebrates those who go above and beyond to strengthen our community.

This award highlights the origins and enduring strength of TempNet, emphasizing the vital role of active member engagement. Strong participation from every company ensures a thriving organization, where connections among like-minded business leaders and managers lead to mutual growth and success.

Award recipients exemplify dedication through committee service, hosting events, speaking engagements, and peer leadership. Their contributions extend to recruiting new members, collaborating with allied partners, and prioritizing TempNet as a key business resource. These individuals embody the spirit and commitment that drives TempNet forward!

Recognizing Excellence: This Year’s Honoree

Mark Esfeld giving award to Marc Turner

2025 Winner: Career Concepts

Under Marc Turner’s leadership, Career Concepts continues to set the standard for engagement. Their team consistently shows up in force, bringing 4–5 staff members to events and actively investing in professional development and collaboration. Their involvement spans across key initiatives, including the annual Operations Survey, conference evaluations, and meaningful participation on boards and committees.

Beyond participation, Career Concepts strengthens the TempNet community through ongoing connections with Associate Members and a strong commitment to growth, including referring new members to the network. Their continued dedication reflects the spirit of the Wayne Josephson Award and the active involvement that drives TempNet forward.

Past winner Jamie Higdon presenting the 2023 Wayne Josephson Award to Marc Turner of Career Concepts
TempNet President Rich Wenzel presenting the 2023 Wayne Josephson Award to Jamie Higdon of TempStaff
TempNet Vice President Rich Wenzel presenting the 2022 Wayne Josephson Award to Mark Esfeld of TopNotch Personnel
TempNet President Drew Brown presenting the 2021 Wayne Josephson award to Kristen Heck of LC Staffing

Recent Award Winners

Career Concepts 2025
Career Concepts 2024
TempStaff 2023
Top Notch Personnel, Inc 2022
LC Staffing 2021 

 

Job Store Staffing 2020
TempStaff 2019
LC Staffing 2018
Award Staffing 2017
TempStaff 2016

TempStaff 2015
Coastal Connections 2014
LC Staffing 2013
Arrow Staffing 2012
The Hughes Agency 2011

Personnel Preference 2010
Arrow Staffing 2009
CAREERXCHANGE 2008
TempStaff 2007