Providing expert talent acquisition, consulting and more, The Advanced Group of Illinois recently earned credit from Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) as a top U.S. firm in 2017, tallying 17.7 percent compound annual growth in revenue.

SIA also recognized the firm as among America’s largest staffing companies. Eligibility for the fastest-growing list was based on revenue of over $100 million in 2016; Advanced Group reported $135 million in revenue. Altogether, 144 companies earned a place on this year’s list. 

These top-ranked companies collectively represent 58.5 percent of the market, according to company representatives.

Advanced Group comprises four distinct business divisions: Advanced Clinical, Advanced Resources, Advanced RPO, and the WunderLand Group. Each year, The Advanced Group matches thousands of candidates with positions in clinical research; HR, technology, finance and accounting, and health care; and office, marketing and creative positions.

Advanced Group operates 16 offices nationwide with over 375 staffers. The firm previously attained awards from and rankings among Best of Staffing, Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces, Best Places to Work in Illinois, and the Inc. 5000 list.

Founded in 1988 and headquartered in Chicago with additional offices in Deerfield, The Advanced Group offers management and outsourcing capabilities along with talent acquisition and engagement.