Recruiting with Purpose.
Delivering with Precision.

Cannon Jeffries helps manufacturers, logistics providers, and commercial teams reduce time-to-hire, improve workforce stability, and build high-performing teams faster.

Whether we’re helping a plant ramp up production, filling a key supply chain role, or placing a sales leader ready to grow revenue, our mission stays the same: connect great people with great companies for long-term success.

Our recruiters don’t just understand job titles—we understand how each hire impacts your operation, your customers, and your bottom line. That’s what makes us different.

About Cannon Jeffries

Our Purpose & Niche

Purpose

We connect top talent with the right organizations, aligning skills and opportunities to drive long-term success and mutual growth.

Niche

As an innovative talent solutions partner, we drive lasting success for both clients and candidates by specializing in direct hire recruitment for professional-level and hourly skilled roles. Our focus is on high-quality placements that align candidate goals with company needs.

Meet the Team

The People Behind the Placements

Our team brings real-world experience in recruiting, manufacturing, operations, and workforce development. We’re collaborative, transparent, and fully committed to delivering results for clients and candidates alike.

Kristin Wilcox Vice President of Talent Acquisition

Kristin Wilcox Vice President of Talent Acquisition

Kristin is the brains (and heart) behind Cannon Jeffries recruiting engine. With 10+ years of experience and a double-dose of degrees in HR and business, she’s built powerhouse teams across manufacturing and retail. She’s all about speed, strategy, and smart hires. Off duty, you’ll find her poolside, stadium-side, or cage-side- cheering loud and living large.

Brittany Shumate Operations Manager

Brittany Shumate Operations Manager

Brittany is Cannon Jeffries behind-the-scenes superhero. With over a decade in recruiting and a knack for process improvement, she keeps our team humming. She's part process ninja, part team champion, and all-in on making things work better. Outside the office? She’s wrangling pets, chasing adventure, and dreaming of her next camping trip.

Jessica West Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Jessica West Talent Acquisition Business Partner

With 5 years at Cannon Jeffries and a rich background across multiple industries, Jessica brings passion and precision to every hire. From Talent Agent to Business Partner, her journey has been all about connecting people with opportunities that spark growth. Off the clock, she’s all about sunshine, self-care, and bringing confident energy into everything she does.

Ashley Wertz Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Ashley Wertz Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Ashley mixes psychology, people smarts, and recruiting know-how into one unforgettable package. With over five years of talent experience and a heart for helping others, she’s all about connection. After hours, she’s solving puzzles, hitting trails, or catching a UFC bout—always a few steps ahead.

Stephanie Zuk Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Stephanie Zuk Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Stephanie brings serious focus (and a background in law enforcement) to the recruiting world. She’s meticulous, mission-driven, and specializes in high-stakes, high-impact recruiting. Whether she’s curating top-tier candidates or closing a tough search, she’s all in. Her off-hours are all about family hangs, yoga flows, and losing herself in a good book.

Nikayla Ruby Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Nikayla Ruby Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Nikayla blends hustle, heart, and hospitality into every hire. With 5+ years in recruiting and a strong leadership streak, she’s built a reputation for finding the right fit, especially in the world of manufacturing. Outside of work, she’s passport-ready and always planning her next foodie adventure.

Mandee Donelson Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Mandee Donelson Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Mandee knows logistics inside and out. With nearly a decade of leading supply chain teams, she brings energy, insight, and sharp instincts to every search. She’s fast, focused, and fantastic under pressure. Off the clock? She’s a proud rescue dog mom who lives to help people and pups alike.

Ilda Tajic Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Ilda Tajic Senior Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Ilda’s the queen of the talent puzzle. With almost ten years of recruiting and leadership experience, she’s mastered the art of fast, high-stakes hiring across industries. She’s got a degree in Organizational Leadership and a passion for making things click. In her free time? Think volleyball, travel, and laughter around the dinner table.

Greg Bales Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Greg Bales Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Greg makes hiring look easy. With 10+ years in leadership and 5+ in recruiting, he’s equal parts strategist and people person. He’s got a business degree and a background in district management, which means he’s used to leading the charge. After hours, you’ll catch him on the golf course, at the basketball hoop, or hosting family hangouts—living the work-hard, play-hard life.

Rachelle Welch Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Rachelle Welch Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Rachelle brings nearly 10 years of recruiting experience across staffing, pharmaceutical, IT, manufacturing, corporate, and finance sectors. Before joining Cannon Jeffries, she led recruiting for Financial Advisors at Northwestern Mutual. With a Bachelor's in HR Management from WMU and 3 years of leadership experience, Rachelle excels at connecting the right people to the right opportunities.

Jelyn Poynter Talent Acquisition Strategist

Jelyn Poynter Talent Acquisition Strategist

Jelyn blends grit, heart, and strategy into every search. With experience across tech, logistics, and accounting, she’s all about connecting people with opportunities that fit. Off the clock, she’s a foodie on the Yelp Elite Squad, a sports fan, and a traveler always chasing her next great adventure.

Martina Chapman Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Martina Chapman Senior Talent Acquisition Strategist

Martina brings five years of HR experience and a sharp eye for recruiting across manufacturing, retail, and pharma. With dual degrees in HR and Psychology, plus leadership chops, she’s all about matching the right people with the right roles. Off the clock, you’ll catch her gardening, kayaking, or baking up something sweet.

Community Involvement

Rooted in Relationships—On and Off the Clock

We believe that strong communities create stronger companies. That’s why we actively support local organizations, workforce development programs, and causes that matter to our clients, candidates, and neighbors.
From preparing meals for those in need to volunteering at local charity organizations, our team is proud to show up, give back, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

Ready to start working with us?

Let’s find the right talent to drive your business forward or the right career to move you ahead. Whether you’re hiring top professionals or seeking new opportunities in manufacturing, automotive, or corporate industries, we’re here to deliver results. Let’s get started today!