Strategic Staffing Solutions, L.C., also known as "S3," was founded in 1990 by President and CEO, Cynthia J. Pasky. S3 is a provider of Information Technology Consulting and Staff Augmentation, Vendor Management Programs, Customized Project Solutions, Off/On Shore Services and Executive Search Services to customers throughout the U.S. and Europe. S3 is ranked the 6th Largest Diversity Staffing Company in the nation by Staffing Industry Report. The S3 New Orleans branch is the local arm of this national staffing company. Previously "Ascent Consulting Group," S3 has been providing IT staff in the New Orleans and Baton Rouge areas for over 10 years. All S3 New Orleans employees are local to the New Orleans area.