Independent by Design: The Data and Trends Powering the Next Wave of Work
December 10, 2025 • 12:00 - 12:45 PM ET
Celebrating 15 years of insight into the independent economy! See what’s driving the rise of the modern independent—and why companies can’t afford to ignore it.
Independent talent is no longer a side strategy—it’s a core component of how leading enterprises get work done.
Join MBO Partners by Beeline and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) for an exclusive webinar exploring key insights from the State of Independence research—and what they mean for the future of workforce strategy.
Now in its 15th year, the State of Independence report remains the longest-running and most comprehensive study of the U.S. independent workforce. This milestone edition captures how independence has evolved from a career alternative to a strategic cornerstone of modern business.
In this discussion, Karen Sawyer (CRO, MBO Partners), Dave Cassar (COO, MBO Partners), and Ursula Williams (President, SIA) will unpack:
- The data and trends defining the independent workforce in 2025
- How enterprises are adapting to attract and retain top independent talent
- Why independence by design is the competitive advantage of the next decade
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insight from industry leaders and prepare your organization for the next wave of work. 
Our panelists:
David Cassar
MBO Partners
 
					Karen Sawyer
MBO Partners
 
					Ursula Williams
Staffing Industry Analysts
 
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