Recruiters


 

Mort Shor | Managing Partner

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Key Searches: Manufacturing Operations and Senior Management for Industrial, Consumer Products and Capital Goods with an emphasis on Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing.

Mort received a Bachelor of Science from the University of Connecticut School of Business. He has a broad range of experience in many aspects of business. For over fifteen years, he has been in operations management in a variety of industries and locations.

Ashley Duff | Sr. Dir. Continuous Improvement

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Key Searches: Lean Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence.

Ashley received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Georgia, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Her passion for people and fostering relationships will drive her to ensure she understands all aspects of a clients needs. She brings a strong cross-functional management background which, combined with her effective communication skills, will aid her in securing top talent for her clients.

Chris Gignac | SVP, Supply Chain

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Key Searches: Supply Chain, including strategic sourcing and purchasing.

A member of the FPC of Savannah team since 2015, Chris has successfully transitioned from a thirteen-year career in intercollegiate athletics, having served as both a head and assistant coach. Chris leverages her vast experience building relationships with energy and integrity to her current role, facilitating connections between candidates and organizations whose core values and strengths mesh. After graduating summa cum laude from Providence College, Chris earned her Master's degree in English Literature from the University of New Hampshire. Chris is a rising star within FPC, being a franchise-wide top ten producer since 2017. In 2018, she was the top consultant in the entire franchise.

Chris Gillett | Vice President, Engineering

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Key Searches: Engineering within manufacturing & engineering management.

Chris received his Bachelor's Degree in Sport Management from Grand Valley State University and his Master's in Adult Education and Community Leadership from Armstrong State University. Over the past ten years, he coached basketball at an elite level, including NCAA Division I and four years professionally in Europe. Chris developed a keen ability to match potential players with organizations in ways that maximized both benefits and power. He utilizes his leadership and communication skills to connect candidates with leading companies in the field of Engineering.

Cori Smith | Dir. of Quality, FDA Regulated Industries

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Key Searches: Quality Inspector, Specialist, Coordinator, Engineer, & Manager, Quality Director and VP of Quality

Cori holds a bachelors degree in Communication from the University of Arizona, a masters degree in Counseling Psychology from The Seattle School, and a second masters degree in Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership from the University of Washington. Utilizing her background in counseling and athletic operations, she has a unique ability to listen to, connect with, and lead others. She has worked in an inpatient behavioral health setting as well as multiple levels of college athletics, adding valuable versatility and insight to each role. As a skilled liaison combining a strong eye for detail with a people-focused approach, she is eager to help match top organizations with exceptional candidates and vice versa.

Dana Bertagnolli | Sr. Dir. Environment, Health, & Safety

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Key Searches: Director of Operations, Sr. Managers, Plant Managers Production Managers, and R&D Professionals within the Chemical Industry.

Dana brings to FPC over 15 years of executive recruiting experience, including VP and C-level searches across various industries. Dana has her MPH degree and has had success building community health coalitions at local, state, and national levels. In addition, she was also a state health educator. Dana has unique skills in connecting key people and will utilize her diverse background in recruiting and relationship-building to understand her client's needs and recruit top talent.

Gabriella Bigos | Dir. Operations, FDA Regulated Industries

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Key Searches: Area Mgrs., Superintendents, Department Mgrs., Operations, Production, and Manufacturing Supervisors, Value Stream Leads.

Gabriella received her Bachelor's in Sport and Recreation Management from New England College and her Master's in Business Administration from the University of Mount Olive. She spent four years coaching Collegiate Women's Lacrosse and two years as an account executive. Her expertise in recruiting and sales contributes greatly to the matchmaking mastery exhibited at FPC.

Gary Boros | Dir. Maintenance and Reliability

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Key Searches: Maintenance and Reliability Engineers, Managers, Directors, and Vice Presidents

Before joining the FPC team, Gary worked for over 10 years as both an Associate Director and a Director of Sports Performance in the college environment. He will use this experience to build strong relationships while managing expectations to place top candidates and grow organizations. Gary attended undergraduate school at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, and graduate school at St. Cloud State University. He is very excited to be joining the FPC team and looks forward to working with you to meet your company needs.

Jamie Gyke | Vice President, Operations

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Key Searches: Operations Management within Discrete Manufacturing. Managers, Sr Managers, and Directors.

Jamie is a veteran of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard and a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh. She joined FPC in 2016 to support office management and the recruiting process. Now, as a recruiter, she utilizes her organization and versatility to engage with top companies and talent. Jamie has quickly become familiar with the needs of global manufacturing clients and works tirelessly to provide top-quality candidates.

James Flowers | Sr. Dir. Special Projects

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Key Searches: Controllers, Accountants, FP&A Managers, Finance Managers, Construction, Biopharma.

Jimmy's educational background includes a Finance degree from East Carolina University, an Accounting degree from Athens State University, and an MBA from the University of Phoenix and Alabama. He brings over twenty-five years of Operations and Finance executive leadership from private equity firms and Fortune 100 companies to facilitate the executive search process. His leadership roles provide a unique opportunity to identify not just technical fits but cultural ones as well.

Jenn Cahill | Dir. Research & Development

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Key Searches: Research & Development Scientists, Managers, Project Managers, Analysts, Engineers, Directors, & VPs.

Born and raised in Maui, Hawaii, she attended undergraduate school at Boise State University, where she was a four-year collegiate swimmer. She also served as an NCAA Division 1 Assistant Swim Coach for eight years, working with elite-caliber athletes. Over the past year, she has worked as a corporate recruiter with experience in sales, tech, and finance. Her talent for building genuine relationships, supporting a healthy team culture, and being a loyal team member makes her an excellent recruiter in the field of Biopharmaceuticals.

Karmen Graham | Dir. Human Resources

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Key Searches: Talent Coordinator, TA Specialists and Managers, HR Managers, Generalists, Directors, VPs, and CHROs.

Karmen, a holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education with a minor in History and Political Science from Northern Kentucky University, joined FPC in November of '23. She brings four years of experience as an executive recruiter and human resource leader in the mortgage and real estate industries, excelling in both national and local markets. Prior to her corporate roles, Karmen devoted 11 years to NCAA collegiate basketball coaching and recruiting coordination, spanning across both the D1 and D2 levels. This extensive background has finely tuned her skills in innovative recruiting, relationship-building, and strategic planning, allowing her to forge enduring connections with leading companies and top-tier candidates alike. 

Kristen Vo | Dir. Legal & Compliance

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Key Searches: Counsel, Sr., & Corporate Counsel, Contract Manager, Compliance Manager, Director, and VP.

After embarking on a career in college teaching, Kristen was asked to assist in faculty hiring in 2015. In an unexpected career twist, Kristen discovered a love of recruiting, the excitement of making a successful match, and the reward of seeing candidates thrive in their new roles. Kristen focuses on yielding success for both hiring managers and candidates by understanding the organization’s needs, providing excellent communication, and cultivating strong relationships. Additionally, Kristen has served as a senior compliance manager and recruited internationally while working in Hong Kong. Kristen now joins FPC as the Director of Legal and Compliance and looks forward to partnering with clients and candidates in these industries. 

Lisa Sweany | Dir. Quality

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Key Searches: Quality Assurance and Quality Control in Management, Engineering, and systems.

Lisa received her Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Trine University and her Master’s in Sport Management from Ball State University. She brings to FPC 26 years of collegiate athletics experience where her leadership skills developed strong teams committed to unified goals. Associated with some of the most successful athletics departments during her tenure, she developed transferrable skills that will benefit both clients and candidates alike. Through Lisa’s ability to develop relationships and strong communication skills, she is able to forge strong partnerships between world-class manufacturers and quality candidates.

Morgan Reddick | Dir. Environment, Health & Safety

morgan@fpcsav.com | LinkedIn

Key Searches: Engineering within Chemical manufacturing, engineering management, and EHS.

Morgan is a Savannah native. She received her Bachelor's Degree in History from Georgia Southern University in 2021. Her extensive background in customer relations allows her to cultivate strong relationships with clients, ensuring she understands their needs in a candidate. Morgan's strong research skills help procure top talent that meets the specific needs of our clients.

Nicole Dunson | Dir. Electrical & Technical Recruiting

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Key Searches: Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Automation, Process Design, Process Automation, Instrumentation & Reliability within Chemical.

Nicole received her Bachelors Degree in Biology with a Health Minor and her Master’s in Education with a special emphasis on Sport Psychology from the University of Texas at San Antonio. Prior to joining FPC in August 2023, she was a teacher and varsity Head Girls Basketball Coach for 12 years, an NCAA Division 1 Women’s Basketball Coach and Recruiter for 5 years, and a Recruiter for a tech company for the last year and a half. Nicole is a strong relationship builder who is detail oriented, organized, and efficient. In addition, she has a knack for understanding company needs, both technically and culturally. Nicole is excited to assist you in finding a high quality match who will add value to your organization.

Terry Zeh | Dir. Logistics, Sales, and Supply Chain

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Key Searches: Supply Chain, strategic sourcing, purchasing, logistics and process manufacturing sales.

Terry has spent the last 30 years building competitive teams at the NCAA Division I level. He uses his experience developing strong mutually beneficial relationships to help candidates and organizations maximize their potential.  He has a BS in Mathematics from St. Bonaventure University and an MSEd from Elmira College.

 

Administration


 

Cheryl Searles | Controller

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Cheryl has been with FPC of Savannah since 2006 and works as the Controller. She has over twenty years of accounting experience. In her free time, Cheryl enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering in her church accounting department, reading, and baking.

Hunter Walsh | Sr. Dir. Business Operations

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Hunter received his Master's in English from Georgia Southern University. He brings to FPC years of organizational and writing experience. Hunter serves as the Director of Business Operations, spearheading: office operations, digital transitions, and business development.

Laura Acosta | Marketing Manager

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Originally from Central America, Laura graduated from Wake Forest University with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Media Studies Communication. She focuses on marketing strategy, internal, and external communication. As a skilled content creator, she helps expand FPC’s outreach through various online platforms.

Shelly Reyes | Sr. Program Manager

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Shelly has been a part of the FPC family since 2008 and now joins FPC Savannah as a Sr. Program Manager supporting the efforts of marketing and business development for the Savannah team. She graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in Exercise and Sports Science.