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As an HR Business Partner & Compliance Manager at Apex Placement and Consulting, Andrea Gilbert focuses on sourcing, recruiting and interviewing candidates and brings 15 years of industry experience to her position. Prior to joining the company, Andrea worked for several major HR firms across Michigan in roles including Senior Recruiter, Senior Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Lead Staffing Specialist and Staffing Consultant. She earned a Master’s degree in Business Administration at Central Michigan University and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration (B.B.A.) from Baker College. Originally from Macomb, Michigan, Andrea loves interacting with job candidates and helping them find work they enjoy.

Dana brings an impressive 17 years of recruitment experience spanning various industries, including collegiate recruitment, healthcare, and staffing. Originally from Allen Park, Dana’s journey began at Virginia Tech University, where she recruited candidates for a human factors study focused on teen drivers. She then transitioned into healthcare recruitment, where she successfully staffed nurses for flu and wellness clinics across the nation.

Over the years, Dana diversified her career within the staffing industry, holding various roles such as Onsite Program Manager, Lead Recruiter, Regional Recruiter, Regional Operations Support, Operations Talent Consultant, and her current position as Recruiting Manager at Apex. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations from Wayne State University and has a genuine passion for connecting with people on a personal level.

Kennedy is a valuable member of our team, bringing a wealth of experience to our recruitment efforts. With a degree in Business Management from Oakland University, Kennedy has navigated through diverse roles in sales, business development, customer service, and healthcare recruiting.
What sets Kennedy apart is a true passion for recruiting. Their expertise lies in connecting with individuals on a personal level to match them with positions that perfectly suit their skills and needs. This dedication to finding the right fit not only benefits our organization but also the talented individuals we place in key roles. Kennedy is driven to make every recruitment experience a win-win for both candidates and our company.

Jaylon Smelser, a recent graduate from Grand Valley State University, graduated with a Business Administration degree. Jaylon started as an intern during his last year of college and is now an onsite recruiter in the Detroit territory. Jaylon enjoys helping people, so placing candidates in a job that betters their life in a stress-free way is a perfect way to do that. Jaylon enjoys finding opportunities that can change the lives of our candidates.

Alex Price is a dedicated Front Office Coordinator with a strong background in customer service. With a passion for helping people and a commitment to thriving in team environments, Alex brings a warm and welcoming presence to every interaction. Committed to ensuring the best experience for both clients and colleagues, Alex is a valuable asset in providing top-notch service and support.

As a recruiter with a solid educational background in Communication Studies from Wayne State University, Anika brings a wealth of experience across multiple domains including sales, human resources, and project management. With a passion for facilitating growth and development, Anika thrives on guiding individuals towards realizing their aspirations and fostering a belief in the attainability of their goals. Anika’s multifaceted skill set and dedication to excellence makes her a valuable asset in identifying talent and cultivating successful professional trajectories.

Don joins Apex with over 25 years of leadership and recruiting. With a degree in Business Management from Northwood University, Don has successfully navigated through multiple roles in sales, business development, customer service, and recruiting in both public and military sectors. With 20 years of service in the United States Marine Corps, his experience in sales began with a recruiting role, eventually serving as a regional recruiting manager for the military, covering Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. After his retirement from the service, he spent the next 5 years as a leader in the auto industry, working as a project coordinator, production control manager, and then the assistant plant manager. His combined auto and military recruiting experience will serve our stakeholders well as he focuses on his desire to grow his community and specifically, his military outreach.

Jon brings six years of sales and recruiting experience spanning a variety of industries, including IT/Engineering, manufacturing, warehousing/logistics, office professionals, and skilled trades. A Michigan native, Jon earned a B.S. in public relations from Southern New Hampshire University and has worked with several major staffing firms across Michigan in the roles of Strategic account manager, staffing manager. and assistant market manager. Jon’s background is especially helpful when assessing recruiting and market strategies to meet customer demand. Jon excels at building relationships with both customers and candidates.

Andrea brings a depth of manufacturing and recruiting experience. Her passion for helping people find a job they love, follows her throughout her career. With a solid business operations background, a passion for helping others and her tenacity in finding just the right fit make her an exceptional addition to our team.

Sarah is an well experienced Bookkeeper with a demonstrated history of working in the consumer services industry. Skilled in Operations Management with a with a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from University of Michigan-Flint. She brings leadership, accounting best practices in the service realm and will help guide Apex through their continued growth strategy.