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Talascend Celebrates 80 Years of People, Purpose, and Progress

Troy, Michigan | April 30, 2026 - What started in 1946 as a small engineering firm supporting automotive innovation has grown into Talascend … a trusted recruiting and workforce partner, shaped by trust and grounded in decades of expertise, quality, and accountability.

Eighty years later, a lot has changed, but one thing still drives everything we do: people, purpose, and progress. When people are supported and given the right opportunities, success follows. When partners get to know Talascend, they grow with Talascend and those simple results solidify the company’s tenure within the staffing industry.

Legacy Built on Progress

Founded as Modern Engineering in the heart of America’s manufacturing corridor in Metro-Detroit, the company quickly became a valued partner to innovators across the automotive sector. Its capabilities expanded over time, spanning design, prototyping, manufacturing, and engineering services, ultimately laying the groundwork for a broader workforce solutions model.

That evolution took shape in 2006 with the launch of Modern Professional Services (MPS), sharpening the company’s focus on technical staffing across key markets. A few years later, strategic growth accelerated with the addition of Quality Technical Services (QTS), expanding into energy and process industries, and the acquisition of EPC Global, extending capabilities into large-scale engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) projects worldwide.

One Unified Vision

In 2009, these organizations came together under one name: Talascend.

A unification that brought together deep industry expertise, experienced recruiting teams, proven leaders, and a shared commitment to delivering high-impact workforce solutions. This wasn’t just a merger, this pivot marked a shift toward a more integrated, strategic approach to recruiting great talent.

The name Talascend, derived from “Talent-Ascending”, reflects that direction: helping talent move forward, while enabling businesses to do the same.

In 2011, that commitment expanded further with the creation of Talascend SL, a Veteran-Owned Business focused on supporting both civilian and veteran talent communities.

A Culture That Delivers

Over eight decades, one idea has remained consistent … clients aren’t looking for headcount, they’re looking for outcomes. That mindset continues to shape how the Talascend operates today. Guided by core values of expertise, enthusiasm, integrity, and accountability, the organization emphasizes long-term impact over transactional placements.

It’s a culture built on understanding complex workforce needs and delivering what was promised, while maintaining that “human” element which makes all the difference.

Powering Evolving Industries

The industries Talascend supports are evolving in real time. Automotive is transforming, manufacturing is becoming more advanced, energy systems are being rebuilt, and nationwide infrastructure is scaling rapidly. At the same time, light industrial operations continue to drive the pace of today’s economy.

Talascend plays a critical role in supporting that work, connecting skilled professionals to the projects shaping the future of the nation’s workforce.

Driving Results at Scale

Today, Talascend operates as a strategic staffing solutions partner, backed by:

As a veteran-owned staffing partner, Talascend delivers workforce solutions that improve hiring outcomes for organizations with complex demands.

More Than a Recruitment Firm

Talascend doesn’t just fill roles. Our purpose is to propel work, businesses, and careers forward. Every connection creates momentum, and that ripple effect is what drives the team every day.

As the company marks its 80th anniversary, it recognizes the employees, clients, and candidates who have shaped its journey. More than a milestone, it’s a reflection of what drives Talascend forward: powering potential, leading with purpose, and delivering results that matter.

From 1946 to 2026 and beyond, Talascend remains committed to its founding principle of putting people first and delivering outcomes that matter. The next chapter isn’t just about where the company has been, it’s about where it’s going next. Talascend will continue to shape the future of work and help talent ascend … one connection, one partnership, one placement at a time.

About Talascend

Talascend is a Veteran Owned Business that is dedicated to the success of our nation’s civilian and veteran personnel. To date, the Talascend organization has a staff of 60 experienced and tenured recruiting professionals, a contract community of nearly 700 employees working on-site at our partnering accounts, and a candidate community of 1.2M+ engineering, technical and skilled trade professionals.

With 80 years of staffing success, Talascend has been one of the most reliable and effective providers of strategic staffing solutions for clients serving multiple industry verticals needing top talent in engineering, technical, and skilled trade disciplines. Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, the Talascend companies have worked with some of the world’s largest and best-known organizations on an extensive range of high-profile projects nationwide. If you are looking for a new career, or to grow your workforce, contact us today!