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A Lesson in Resilience & Planning
Houston is our home, and like many of you, we’ve weathered our fair share of storms. This past week, Hurricane Beryl tested our resilience once again, causing widespread property damage, taking out power, internet, and cell service, and resulted in tragic loss of life. Despite the significant challenges, our team at Joseph Chris Partners demonstrated an incredible spirit of unity and determination.
Navigating the Data Center Staffing Crisis
The data center industry is experiencing a critical juncture marked by a significant staffing shortfall. According to the Uptime Institute's Global Data Center Staffing Forecast for 2021-2025, the sector faces the dual challenges of a rapidly increasing demand for skilled professionals and a retiring workforce.
Roxxann Sczepanik: The power of resilience and culture fit
Partner Roxxann Sczepanik recently joined Ron Nussbaum on his Construction Champions Podcast discussing the important of resilience and company culture in hiring and challenges Veterans face translating their skills to civilian jobs, among other things!
Savannah Moore transitions to new role!
We are very excited that Savannah Moore will be transitioning from her role as Partner to our new Executive Support & Recruitment Administrator! Savannah will support CEO and President Veronica Ramirez, as well as the partners and administrative team, with various projects, and continue to maintain relationships with her candidates and clients. Congratulations Savannah!
Erica Lockwood: Confessions of a Headhunter with Jeff Shore
Executive Partner & Managing Director Erica Lockwood was recently a guest on Jeff Shore’s podcast where she discussed her journey in executive recruiting!
Joseph Chris Partners named “Best Executive Recruiting Firm” by Forbes again!
Congratulations to the whole team here at Joseph Chris Partners for being named a “Best Executive Recruiting Firm” again for 2024.
Angie Truitt: Passion about affordable housing led to the growth of the Women’s Affordable Housing Network.
Managing Director/Executive Partner Angie Truitt is a founding board member of the National Women’s Affordable Housing Network (WAHN) and spoke on a podcast recently about her experience helping to build and grow WAHN across the country.
Welcome to JCP, Roxxann!
Please join us in welcoming Roxxann Sczepanik to Team Joseph Chris Partners! Over the past five years, her professional journey has been incredibly diverse, encompassing roles in Military Family Programs, Healthcare Clinics, and most recently, Facility Services. As a military spouse, she’s had the privilege of immersing herself in various communities, cultures, and career landscapes, which has uniquely prepared her for the dynamic environment at JCP.
Jenny Sterling attended ICSC-Red River
Jenny Sterling attended ICSC-Red River last week and connected with some of DFW’s commercial construction and development leaders while she was there. Jenny is a partner on our Commercial Development team but she supports clients in all sectors of real estate development and construction.
Angie Truitt speaking at the Illinois Affordable Housing Forum
Angie Truitt will be speaking about the affordable housing talent pipeline at the Illinois Affordable Housing Forum in Chicago, https://www.ilhousing.org/page/forumsessions.
Veronica & Erica headed to the International Builders’ Show!
Veronica and Erica are Vegas bound, but not for the Superbowl! They'll be at the NAHB International Builders' Show the last week of the month, and they'd love to connect with you there!
Luke Hill: If you come in, you work hard, you're doing it, you're enjoying it, and you're willing to learn, you really don't have a limit to how far you can go in this industry anymore.
October Employee of the Month: April Feray
Congratulations to Process Improvement Manager April Feray, JCP’s Employee of the Month for October!
October Producer of the Month: Erica Lockwood
Congratulations to Managing Director/Executive Partner Erica Lockwood, JCP’s Producer of the Month for October!
Luke Hill is Commercial Construction Team Lead
I have been asked to take on an additional role as the Commercial Construction Team Lead as we continue to grow our team and our presence in the commercial construction industry. In this capacity, I'll be leading our business development efforts in commercial construction and general contracting, as well as providing mentorship and development to other Partners on our team.