As someone who thrives on building meaningful connections, Lisa finds immense joy in learning about candidates and facilitating perfect matches that enrich both individuals and organizations.

As a former business owner Lisa knows what it takes to successfully guide a business’s growth. Currently in her first year as a recruiter, Lisa has wholeheartedly embraced this rewarding profession, and her enthusiasm only continues to grow. One of her most rewarding accomplishments thus far has been the invaluable learning experience of starting on the recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) side, which provided her with a solid foundation of recruiting best practices. Her recent transition to Direct Placement has enabled further growth, allowing her to work closely with diverse clients and ensure the right candidate is placed within their company.

“I’m excited to leverage my learning to drive growth and create a positive impact for clients,” Lisa shares warmly. “I prioritize taking the time to build trust and encouragement as essential steps in finding the perfect fit.”

While her professional pursuits keep her inspired, Lisa also finds great fulfillment in her community involvement and personal hobbies. As a full-time hockey mom, she cherishes every moment spent supporting her family in the ice rink. Photography serves as a creative outlet, allowing her to capture life’s precious moments, and running is a passion that keeps her grounded and energized. Last but not least, Lisa is an avid Buffalo Bills fan, cheering on her team with unwavering enthusiasm and pride.

Janna joined M3 Placement & Partnership in November of 2023 as an Executive Assistant. She helps assist the executive team on many organizational levels with scheduling, event planning and maintaining communication throughout the team.

Janna brings more than 10 years of customer service and financial services to her role. Her diverse background allows her to perform a variety of highly complex and confidential administrative duties. Janna is committed to providing exceptional service and flawless operational support to help facilitate a successful work environment.

Outside of work, Janna enjoys hiking, boating and cooking with her husband and two children. She also loves watching her children play in various sporting events on the weekends.

With a background in excellent customer service across various industries, Rebecca has seamlessly transitioned into her role as an invaluable member of the M3 recruiting team over the past two years. Her journey began as the executive assistant to the company’s founder and CEO, providing her with an inside look at M3’s core values and mission. This foundational experience laid the groundwork for Rebecca’s current position as a dedicated recruiter on the recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) team.

Since then, Rebecca has embraced every opportunity to apply her warm and personable nature to serving clients across a diverse range of industries, including hospitality, long-term care, renewable energy, and nonprofits. Her passion lies in tackling complex recruitment processes, partnering closely with clients to create lasting solutions that address their most critical hiring needs.

One of Rebecca’s most notable achievements was her work with a renewable energy client, where she played an instrumental role in filling over 300 positions through RPO services. This large-scale project not only showcased her ability to deliver outstanding results but also highlighted her commitment to understanding each client’s unique requirements.

“The work we do at M3 is truly meaningful because we genuinely care about our clients and candidates,” Rebecca shares warmly. “Our personalized approach and dedication to understanding each client’s unique needs set us apart. We strive to build lasting partnerships built on trust and collaboration.”

Beyond her professional endeavors, Rebecca is invested in her local community, volunteering her time and energy to organizations such as Miller’s Mills Ice Harvest & Ice Cream Social and the Ducks Unlimited Banquet. A true lover of the great outdoors, Rebecca finds joy in activities that allow her to connect with nature like riding her motorcycle, practicing archery, or recreational target shooting.

With a passion for human connection and a genuine desire to uplift others, Shelby has thrived in her role as a recruiter here at M3. She approaches every engagement with an open heart and a learning mindset, taking the time to deeply understand the unique needs of hiring managers and how she can best support them in finding the perfect candidate fit.

For the past year and a half, Shelby has immersed herself in the recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) space, where her warm and empathetic nature has allowed her to forge meaningful connections with candidates, guiding them towards fulfilling roles that align with their aspirations and the needs of her clients.

Shelby’s adaptability, eagerness to learn, and ability to tackle a variety of challenges head-on are among her greatest strengths. She is particularly skilled in finding candidates for hard-to-fill roles, employing innovative recruitment strategies and a commitment to thinking outside the box.

One of her most significant accomplishments at M3 was supporting a complex client in their search for a large number of Certified Home Health Aides (CHHAs) across seven different locations. With unwavering dedication, Shelby’s team screened over 4,000 applicants, interviewed over 350 candidates, and successfully hired over 175 individuals. This community-based client required her to be adaptable and flexible, seamlessly adjusting to an ever-evolving process.

“The work that we do at M3 is deeply meaningful to me because of the passion and dedication that every member of our team brings,” Shelby shares. “We are a driven group of women who provide an immense amount of support to one another, both professionally and personally. I believe this is what truly sets M3 apart from our competitors – we genuinely care about our clients, candidates, and each other.”

Outside of work Shelby loves being outdoors- you can often find her hiking, backpacking, and camping in the beautiful mountains where she lives.

Danielle Watkins is a Direct Search Consultant with M3 Placement & Partnership. She enjoys building strong connections with both candidates and hiring managers in order to find a perfect fit for both parties. Focusing on genuine relationships and mutual values & goals, Danielle loves helping our clients build quality, long-lasting teams and helping candidates find their dream jobs.

Danielle brings her creativity to the team from her previous career in Digital & Social Media Marketing. She transitioned to the staffing industry to feel more connected to the mission of helping & empowering others. She has prior staffing agency experience in the Capital District and has continued to grow her network through Direct Placement in Central & Western New York. She is excited to continue expanding her recruiting skills and connecting more clients with top candidates while working with a team of dedicated professionals at M3.

Outside of work, Danielle loves travelling and has visited 25+ countries on 4 continents. Her adventures abroad range from backpacking through Europe to scuba diving on a remote island in Indonesia. She’s happy to be back home in Upstate NY near her family where she enjoys hiking, boating, dancing, live music, comedy podcasts, true crime documentaries, and reality television.

With a drive to uplift others, Jennifer found her calling as a Senior Recruiter at M3. Her genuine love for helping people shines through in every aspect of her work, inspired by the impact she makes on both clients and candidates alike.

For clients, Jennifer’s expertise lies in her ability to identify top talent, meticulously curating exceptional teams that propel their organizations forward. For candidates, she serves as a trusted guide, helping them navigate their career journeys and secure meaningful employment opportunities that align with their aspirations.

Drawing from over five and a half years of recruiting experience across various fields, including administrative, corporate accounting, and healthcare, Jennifer has honed her skills with a keen eye for talent and a commitment to streamlining processes. In a recent client engagement, she exemplified her capabilities by successfully increasing the number of hires for hard-to-fill positions while optimizing recruitment functions, ensuring efficiency and outstanding results.

“I love working at M3 because of the incredible team of co-workers who inspire me every day,” Jennifer shares. “Their talent and dedication push me to continually learn and grow as a professional. What truly sets M3 apart is the impact we make on our clients and our unwavering commitment to consistently meeting their needs. We have had the privilege of fostering amazing partnerships built on trust and collaboration.”

In 2023, Jennifer was honored to be included on the Central New York Business Journal’s 40 under Forty list which recognizes both her professional achievements and community involvement. Jennifer is passionate about giving back to her community and serves as the Volunteer Coordinator at Paige’s Butterfly Run. Additionally, she volunteers annually with Honor Flight, Feed My Starving Children, and Samaritans Purse. In her free time, she enjoys an active lifestyle through kickboxing, camping, traveling, hiking, boating, and fishing.

Abby joined the recruiting industry because she loves to help others find their dream careers while building more vibrant organizations. She has been in the recruiting field for the past three years and excels in placing a high volume of candidates in essential positions in the healthcare and nonprofit industries.

Abby’s expertise shines brightest in the healthcare realm, where she has facilitated the placement of over 700 personnel, including Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), CNA trainees, Certified Home Health Aides (CHHA), CHHA trainees, Housekeepers, and Food Service workers. Her most notable achievement was overseeing the successful staffing of a prominent long-term healthcare facility, a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence.

At the heart of Abby’s success lies her dedication to fostering long-standing, trust-based partnerships with companies. As she states, “We don’t take over a company’s work, we work with them to create a successful partnership.” This collaborative approach has enabled her to consistently deliver outstanding results to both clients and candidates.

Beyond her professional pursuits, Abby is an active volunteer with Cornell Cooperative 4-H, where she channels her energy into supporting the local community. When not immersed in her work or volunteering, she enjoys spending quality time with her family, hiking, camping in state parks, and horseback riding.

With a desire to uplift lives and leverage her educational background in human resources, Veronica embarked on her recruiting journey with M3 two and a half years ago. Her warm and empathetic nature perfectly complements her role as a recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) manager, where she oversees large-scale recruitment projects.

Veronica’s approach is multifaceted – she invests her time not only in increasing applicant flow and placing talented candidates, but also in advising clients on best practices within the talent acquisition space. Her genuine commitment to making a positive impact is evident in the work she has undertaken across various sectors, including healthcare, nonprofit, and professional services.

One of Veronica’s most remarkable achievements was tripling a client’s applicant flow while providing guidance on how they could optimize their recruitment platforms and streamline their processes. The impact she created within a single department was so impactful that the organization sought her expertise to implement the same successful methods across multiple departments.

“At M3, we understand that recruitment is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor,” Veronica shares. “Our personalized touch and ability to mold to each client’s unique needs truly set us apart. It’s a collaborative partnership built on trust and tailored solutions.”

Veronica is actively involved in her community as a front desk volunteer at the local women and children’s homeless shelter and a member of the Greenville Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals group. In her free time, she enjoys spending quality time with her pets, learning golf and hiking. She is looking forward to completing her first 5k soon.

With over 11 years of experience in the talent acquisition and recruitment process outsourcing fields, Christine brings a genuine passion for connecting people and organizations in meaningful ways. Her approach is rooted in building authentic relationships with clients and candidates alike, driven by a desire to make a positive and lasting impact.

Christine’s true fulfillment comes from facilitating successful matches where both the client and the candidate can thrive together. She takes great pride in guiding candidates through the interview process with a warm and supportive presence, helping them feel at ease as they pursue their dream roles. For clients, Christine’s goal is to provide an efficient and effective recruiting process that sets them up for continued success, even after an engagement concludes.

Some of her most fulfilling collaborations have been with purpose-driven nonprofit organizations operating in the healthcare services realm. Attracting and retaining top talent for these purpose-driven companies is a challenge she embraces wholeheartedly, recognizing the invaluable impact of their work.

“M3 gives me the opportunity to build truly meaningful relationships with our clients,” Christine shares. “The partnerships I create with their HR teams are so impactful. We come in as a partner, meeting the client where they are, and then guide them through best practices, implementing new processes and procedures to ensure their future success. It’s a collaborative journey that I find immensely fulfilling.”

In her free time, Christine loves spending quality time with family, going out on the lake for night cruises, reading, gardening, and enjoying the outdoors as much as possible. She also has a self-professed talent for excelling as a sports spectator.

When organizations need to find the right person, or people, for their company, they can count on Carrie. As M3 Placement & Partnership’s Executive Recruiter and Career Specialist, she helps people connect in a way that is rewarding and meaningful. She targets ideal candidates and builds relationships to determine the best fit.

Carrie brings a wealth of experience to M3, having worked in a variety of industries. In addition to recruiting, Carrie has over twenty years’ experience in career coaching, training, facilitation and program development. She loves working with companies and individuals to establish goals, and then facilitate the process from assessing the current to executing the plan. Identifying the purpose of each action and decision is important to Carrie, as she feels this serves as a guidepost to track progress and measure success.

Carrie graduated from the College of New Rochelle with a double major in Business and Psychology, and is a 2001 graduate of Leadership Greater Syracuse. She currently sits on the Hospice Foundation of Central New York Board of Directors as Vice President. Carrie also served on the Executive Committee of the Global Outplacement Alliance.

When she’s not at work, Carrie enjoys running, both for fun and competitively (recently completing a half-marathon and triathlon!). For something more relaxing, she loves the theater and reading. She and her husband enjoy boating, both sailing on the St. Lawrence and power boating on the Gulf and Intracoastal. Originally from Fayetteville, NY, the couple recently relocated to Venice, Florida, where they are having fun exploring the Sun Coast.