OUR TEAM
We believe in a diverse range of personnel to bring excellent service, appropriate job placement, and essential ideas to the table. Meet our local team!
Meri + John
FoundersJohn Jr.
PresidentWhat do you enjoy about the Staffing and Recruiting industry?
Everything! I have been with Emerald Staffing since 1985 – During this time, I have been able to help countless clients find their dream employee or the candidate find their dream career!
Share your favorite hang-out spot in Oregon?
Love the Oregon Coast!
It’s pizza time… What kind of pizza do you order?
Pepperoni
What are your favorite dancing shoes?
Easy, Flip Flops!
Your spirit animal is?
Squirrel!
Need an energy boost, what’s your go-to song?
Watch Tower – Dave Matthews Band – live concert version.
Any hidden talents we should know about?
Standup Comedy!
Dream vacation destination
I love to drive, so anywhere I can drive to!
Rock, paper, or scissors?
I need a third hand, too hard to decide! In an emergency, I would pick Rock.
Nick
Sr. RecruiterJessica
Staffing + Recruiting ConsultantWhat do you enjoy about the Staffing and Recruiting industry?
I enjoy helping both candidates and clients, as well as the diversity of people I have the opportunity to connect with!
Share your favorite hang-out spot in Oregon?
Anywhere on the Oregon Coast
It’s pizza time… What kind of pizza do you order?
Pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, peppers, and tomatoes
You are the biggest fan of what game or sport?
Soccer!
Need an energy boost, what’s your go-to song?
Black Dog, by Led Zeppelin
Your spirit animal is?
A deer
It’s movie night, what do you watch?
Either a comedy or psychological thriller.
Dream vacation destination?
Italy
Molly
Staffing + Recruiting ConsultantWhat do you enjoy about the Staffing and Recruiting industry?
I love to chit-chat and talk to people all day!
Share your favorite hang-out spot in Oregon?
Por Que’ No? on Mississippi Ave. They have the best margaritas and really great vibes.
It’s pizza time… What kind of pizza do you order?
Meat Lovers
You are the biggest fan of what game or sport?
Oregon College Football
Your spirit animal is?
Lemur, aka King Julien from the movie Madagascar
Need an energy boost, what’s your go-to song?
3AM by Drama
Favorite Color?
Purple
It’s movie night, what do you watch?
Any comedy that will make me laugh!
Dream vacation destination?
The Alps in Switzerland
Marcella
CoordinatorWhat do you enjoy about the Staffing and Recruiting industry?
That I get to talk and interact with different types of people every day. It is very rewarding to assist people in finding their dream jobs and careers!
It’s pizza time… What kind of pizza do you order?
Any type of meat lovers pizza
You are the biggest fan of what game or sport?
I love watching any type of basketball. NCAA Men’s March Madness is my favorite thing to watch!
Your spirit animal is?
Olaf from Frozen
Share your favorite hang-out spot in Oregon?
At the moment, Bamboo Sushi. They have the best sushi (my favorite is the Green Machine role)!
Need an energy boost, what’s your go-to song?
Anything Morgan Wallen
It’s movie night, what do you watch?
Any comedy or romance movie
Chelsea
Human Resources + OperationsWhat do you enjoy about the Staffing and Recruiting industry?
Getting to work with people and feeling connected to my community!
It’s pizza time… What kind of pizza do you order?
I’m a fan of all pizza (but hot honey is a must)
You are the biggest fan of what game or sport?
Volleyball to play and baseball to watch
What are your favorite dancing shoes?
Cowboy boots!
Need an energy boost, what’s your go-to song?
Don’t Stop Believin’ by Journey
It’s movie night, what do you watch?
Comedy or thriller
Dream vacation destination?
Greece
Frank
Social Media ManagerFRANK: I’m a tortoiseshell feline, and invincible!
Goose
Brand AmbassadorGOOSE: I’m a forever-young 9 year-old Bernese Mountain dog that enjoys the beach life.
Poppy
Serotonin SpecialistPOPPY: I’m new here, and the sweetest, floppiest, moppiest puppy you’ll ever meet!
Auggie
Security SpecialistAUGGIE: I’m the floofiest Golden Retriever in all the land, and you’ll always find me next to mom and dad.
Leche
Commeownications CoordinatorLECHE: I’m a barn kitty turned city-slicker, and you’ll find me roaming the neighborhood with all my friends.
Rosemary + Jobe
Co-Risk ManagersROSEMARY: I’m very engaging Australorp-mix hen and enjoy activities to provide positive communication – let’s talk until the sun goes down!
JOBE: Don’t let my morning call surprise you, I’m a Brahma rooster and love getting up in the morning to assess any possible risks before the work day starts!