StaffDNA is a privately held U.S. healthcare staffing and technology company based in Plano, Texas. The proprietary digital technology developed by StaffDNA connects healthcare professionals to employment opportunities across the United States.
| Industry | Healthcare Staffing |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2020 |
| Founder | Sheldon Arora, Jenny Hanlon |
| Headquarters | 6860 Dallas Pkwy. Ste 800, Plano, Texas 75024 |
| Website | https://www.staffdna.com/ |
History
editThe company was founded in 2020 by Sheldon Arora, CEO and Jenny Hanlon, CFO.[1] StaffDNA's SDNA app allows job seekers to search for jobs, apply, see rates and job details, communicate with hiring managers, book assignments, request extensions, view pay stubs, save important documents like licenses and certifications, and build a resume.[2][1][3]
StaffDNA is the title sponsor of the StaffDNA Cure Bowl, an annual college football game held at Camping World Stadium in Orlando each December. Produced by ESPN[4] and the Orlando Sports Foundation (OSF), the game aims to raise awareness for cancer research and treatment.[5][6]
StaffDNA holds a healthcare staffing certification from The Joint Commission.[7]
In 2024, StaffDNA was awarded 13 patents by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).[8]
A year-long investigation by D CEO reveals a toxic workplace culture, numerous lawsuits, and high turnover in Arora's companies.[9][10]
In 2025, StaffDNA announced its acquisition of healthcare staffing technology company Kevala’s per diem candidate database.[11][12]
Recognitions
edit- Best Staffing Firms to Work for in North America.[13]
- Staffing 100 North America (2025).[14]
- Ranked No. 83 on the Inc. 5000 list in 2024.[15]
- Named one of Modern Healthcare's "Best Places to Work in Healthcare" from 2022 to 2024.[16]
- Recognized by the Dallas Business Journal as "Fastest-Growing Company" in 2023[17][18] and "Best Places to Work" in 2024.[19]
- Honored with the Aggie 100 Award for fastest-growing Aggie-led companies in 2023.[20]
References
edit- ^ a b "StaffDNA launches digital platform for healthcare professionals". Staffing Industry Analysts.
- ^ Innovates, Dallas; Pinera, Bella (2021-06-21). "StaffDNA Expands Its Platform To Offer Permanent Job Placements for Healthcare Professionals". Dallas Innovates.
- ^ "StaffDNA catapults from $2M to $145M in revenue as CEO rides another medical staffing rocket ship". www.bizjournals.com.
- ^ "StaffDNA Cure Bowl". ESPN Events.
- ^ sstanback (2024-05-28). "StaffDNA Named Title Sponsor of Cure Bowl in Orlando". ESPN Events.
- ^ "From bowl games to educational opportunities, staffing firms give back". Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
- ^ "Health Care Staffing Certification". jointcommission.
- ^ USPTO. "StaffDNA LLC Trademark Registration". USPTO.report.
- ^ Maddox, By Will (28 April 2025). "Sheldon Aurora's 'Toxic' Leadership Problem". D Magazine. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
- ^ Maddox, By Will (29 April 2025). "Sheldon Arora's veil of deceit". D Magazine. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
- ^ "StaffDNA acquires Kevala's healthcare per diem staffing business". Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). Retrieved 28 August 2025.
- ^ Innovates, Dallas; Murray, Lance (18 June 2025). "Plano's StaffDNA Acquires Per Diem Healthcare Staffing Business of Seattle-Based Kevala". Dallas Innovates. Retrieved 28 August 2025.
- ^ "2025 Best Staffing Firms to Work For". Staffing Industry Analysts.
- ^ "Staffing 100 North America". Staffing Industry Analysts.
- ^ Innovates, Dallas; Seeley, David (2024-02-27). "47 North Texas Companies Make Inc.'s 2024 Fastest-Growing in Southwest List". Dallas Innovates.
- ^ "Working at StaffDNA". Top Workplaces.
- ^ "The Dallas 100: SMU Cox Unveils Its 2023 Ranking of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in DFW". Dallas Innovates. 2023-11-03.
- ^ "These are the fastest-growing private companies in North Texas, according to the Dallas 100". wfaa.com. 2023-11-06.
- ^ "Staffdna: Best Places to Work in Healthcare 2024". Modern Healthcare. 2024-07-18.
- ^ "Fastest-Growing Aggie Businesses Break Records On Way To 'Aggie 100'". stories.tamu.edu. 2023-11-06.