Angie Truitt, J.D.

Executive Partner
JCP since 2014
Call or Text: 281.359.2120
angelatruitt@josephchris.net

About Angie

I don’t think I’ve ever met anyone who said, “I want to be a recruiter when I grow up,” and I’ve met a lot of people. I took a few turns before arriving at recruiting. My first turn was retail sales management, and after working full time in college and a couple of years after as a manager for The Limited Stores, I couldn’t fold another pair of jeans or work another Black Friday.

So, I revisited my childhood dream of becoming a lawyer like my dad and took my second turn when I graduated from Baylor Law School in 1999. I loved law school. It was fun and challenging and what I always thought it would be when watching Ally McBeal. The practice of law, on the other hand, was very different, and after 13 years as a commercial litigator, I was ready to hang it all up and become a bartender or braid tourists’ hair on the beach when someone suggested recruiting. I spent a couple of years recruiting lawyers when I stumbled on Joseph Chris Partners, an award-winning executive search firm specializing in real estate development and construction.

The only thing I knew about real estate development and construction was from personal experience having my own home built, but I jumped in and learned. I got my first client in affordable housing development shortly after I started. I learned as much as I could as quickly as I could about that segment of the industry, and I was in awe of how much passion everyone I spoke to in those early days had for their roles in developing communities and building homes. In addition to supporting all our clients who develop and build residential and commercial projects nationwide, I focus on helping clients in affordable housing build strong teams that build strong communities for those who need them most. I joined the founding Board of Directors for the National Women’s Affordable Housing Network where I serve as the Vice President of Communications. I am also a member of the State Bar of Texas and The Texas Affiliation of Affordable Housing Providers.

I’m most proud professionally this year of helping a new client with some challenging searches and finding very impactful professionals to help them grow and be successful. I’m also proud that I get to work as a Managing Director here at Joseph Chris and help our CEO and President with company strategy and operations, as well as collaborate with our incredible administrative team on improving our processes and supporting our production team.

When I'm not working, I'm laughing at something my boyfriend has said or enjoying something delicious he’s cooked, hanging out with our five rescue pups (Sasha, Betsy, Gunner, Nova & Chewie), singing loudly at a concert (we saw Barry Manilow and U2 at the Sphere this year), cheering on the Astros or the Cowboys (one is easier than the other to cheer for), and planning my next travel adventure with my daughter (we’ve been to NY, Key West, Puerto Rico, Chicago, Oahu, San Francisco, Belize, London, Paris, Greece & Jamaica together).

A few fun facts about me: I’m a military brat, I hate cilantro and driving over bridges, and I went to State in debate my senior year of high school.

My walk-out song would be Super Trouper by ABBA. (And I have seen their ABBA Voyage concert in London!)

 
 
 

View all of the blogs featuring Angie

  • Raving Fan

    “I just want to say how much I enjoyed working with Angie on this search. I've worked with a number of recruiters in the past, especially recently, and none have been as attentive, helpful and communicative as Angie was. It's been a real pleasure. Please know how much I appreciate her help, insight, guidance, and support through the whole process. Can't say enough good things.”

  • Raving Fan

    "Communication was excellent. Happy to keep in touch."

  • Raving Fan

    "Angie was absolutely kind, forthcoming, and transparent about the role. She guided through the entire process side-by-side and had excellent communication and feedback. Angie was always prompt and made herself available for any questions. She is a total gem! I would use her in a heart beat for any recruiting needs."

  • Raving Fan

    "Angie was an exceptional recruiter, making me feel like a priority rather than just another client. Her approach was highly personal and attentive, ensuring that the process went smoothly for me and that all of my needs were addressed."

  • Raving Fan

    "I felt that Angie was to the point and “real”. I never felt like I was working with a “used car salesman”, which unfortunately many recruiters come off as…trying to sell you a dream that isn’t reality. Angie was never like that and was very professional and engaged. Angie always kept me informed and even followed up with me with additional job options."

  • Raving Fan

    "Angie was great to talk to, I spoke with Veronica as well. Everyone was very professional and courteous. They answered their phones when I called, which I always appreciate. I would definitely work with anyone at this company again. Great Reputation."

  • Raving Fan

    Angie is a trusted advisor to our team. Her expertise and handling of our search was exceptional.”

  • Raving Fan

    “The collaboration between Angie Truitt and Erica Lockwood to find a role that fit my skills was wonderful! Working with your company was a fantastic experience from beginning to end! Communication between myself and the recruiter was exceptional.”

  • Raving Fan

    Angie Truitt is a rockstar”

  • Raving Fan

    Angie Truitt and Chris Rogers were great to work with! They were both very professional, responsive, and so helpful with my questions.”

  • Raving Fan

    Angie Truitt was a true gem to work with. I am looking forward to growing that relationship with her assistance in filling positions to build our new team.”

  • Raving Fan

    "Angie Truitt was by far the best recruiter I have ever worked with and she should be recognized for her efforts within your organization. She provided excellent and professional experience. Angie had excellent communication skills between the company and myself."

  • Raving Fan

    Angie's attitude and attention to detail and responsiveness are above and beyond.”

  • Raving Fan

    “I absolutely enjoy working with Angie...She did a great job in exploring what we were looking for and then quickly finding alternatives as to where we could look. She is very fast regarding turning around things like setting up interviews, returning calls, etc. She also paid attention when I said to "bug me if I don't reply right away". Not only do tasks not sit on her desk, they don't get lost on mine. That's a benefit. The only way we could get quicker is if I gave her access to my calendar. It's that quick. The candidates she is sourcing have been very good. The best evidence of that it the interview to hire ratio. I think I haven't hired just one. And that was only because I was picking from two and they were both good but I had one role open.”

  • Raving Fan

    “Angie Truitt was wonderful and very friendly!”

  • Raving Fan

    “Angie was super responsive and attentive.”

  • Raving Fan

    “Angie was phenomenal from the beginning to the end, very Engaged, was very well informed, and gave me good feedback.”

  • Raving Fan

    “I thought I'd take you up on the opportunity to share some feedback on Angie & Joseph Chris, which is all positive! When Angie originally reached out to me she was very well read on the position as well as my background. It was apparent she was organized and prepared which I really appreciated. She followed up with some additional articles & information via email which helped me get familiar with the company. As we talked further it really felt like she was working to ensure that it was a fit for both parties and not just trying to fill the position. After I interviewed and met with the team she stayed in touch and was a great resource to me. I had some considerations on my end with a home sale and my wife relocating for her career which elongated the decision making time period. Angie did a great job at checking in with me, being supportive, and working towards a solution for all parties all without feeling overbearing. She's a true professional and it was a pleasure working with her. I was familiar with Joseph Chris previously through individuals in my network that spoke highly of them - that reputation is well earned. I would definitely recommend Angie and Joseph Chris to other colleagues.

    “Thanks again and best wishes to you and the team!”

  • Raving Fan

    “Empathetic. Personable. Real. Angie Truitt worked with me through an interview process that paved the way for me to take the most promising opportunity I have had in my career, and she did it in a way that spoke to me in realistic terms. Throughout the process I felt that I was working with somebody more akin to a “career counselor” (Or perhaps even a cheerleader?!) than a “recruiter;” she understood my interests and ambitions in the essential terms. To say I owe her a million thanks for a one-of-a-kind experience would be to sell it short she got me in a position to reap the benefits of an outstanding quality of life and one just can’t assign a dollar figure to that.”

  • Raving Fan

    "Exceptional scheduling and follow up. Strong candidates put forward. A true partner who is willing to support our organization in any way possible."

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