Our Team

Kaliegh Carnes

Sr. Recruiting Coordinator

Kaliegh Carnes is a Senior Recruiting Coordinator for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In her role, she supports the Finance and Accounting placement division by bringing top-tier talent and companies together. Prior to joining the Tarvos team, Kaliegh spent seven years working in healthcare in various roles, starting as a Patient Service Coordinator and quickly rising in the ranks to become an Emergency Room Technician and a Certified Orthopedic Technician. Kaliegh was raised in San Antonio and has loved calling Austin her home for the last four years. In her free time, she enjoys paddleboarding on Lady Bird Lake, traveling the world and America’s beautiful national parks, and indulging in her favorite books and anime shows.

Tom Noble

Sr. Direct Hire Recruiting Associate

Tom Noble is a Senior Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. Tom is an experienced leader within sales organizations and has specialized in recruiting Finance and Accounting professionals since FASB issued ASC 606. A graduate of Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Arts in English Rhetoric, Tom also holds Master’s Degrees in Business Administration, Adult Education & Training, and Human Resource Management. Tom lives in San Antonio with his family, where he coaches youth basketball, football, and soccer.

Andrea Coles

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate

Andrea Coles is a Direct Hire Recruiter for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she specializes in identifying quality talent and building strong partnerships in the Houston market. Andrea began her career with a Fortune 500 global recruiting firm, where she achieved great success as a Staffing Manager on the highest-producing team in the organization. Since then, Andrea has continued successfully growing start-up markets and mentoring aspiring recruiters. Andrea has a strong passion for women’s empowerment and uses her voice to advocate for a women-led organization at speaking engagements. She’s a proud mom of two teens and enjoys outdoor yoga, concerts, self-studying horticulture, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family.

Megan Galici

Social Media Coordinator

Megan Galici is the Social Media Coordinator for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she is responsible for all company social media pages and increasing brand awareness. This includes post ideation, creation, posting, sharing, marketing campaigns, engagement improvement, and copy-writing. She also performs graphic design services and assists with event planning. Megan co-leads her indie-pop band Chemical Valley with her husband, Sammy, and enjoys creating music and playing shows around Austin.

La Shunda Ennett

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate

La Shunda Ennett is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent. In this role, she is a member of the Accounting and Finance placement division, where she brings top-tier talent and companies together. Prior to joining the Tarvos team, she gained a wide breadth of experience from both international recruiting firms and smaller boutique firms. La Shunda is a native of Houston, TX, and an alumna of the prestigious HBCU, Texas Southern University, where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish. She also attended the University of Salamanca, commonly referred to as the Harvard of Spain. La Shunda enjoys traveling, reading, live music, stage plays, hot yoga and spending time with family and friends. She is a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., an international organization whose motto is “Greater Service, Greater Progress,” and funds charitable projects domestically and worldwide.

Ben Schroeder

Business Development Associate

Ben is a Business Development Associate for Tarvos Talent. In this role, he specializes in recruiting top finance and accounting candidates and brings 7 years of technical staffing experience to the Tarvos team. Originally from the deep south, Ben relocated to Austin from Grand Rapids, Michigan, post-college. In his free time, Ben plays competitive paintball all over the country and trains year-round.

Amy Duff

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate

Amy Duff is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent. She specializes in recruiting top-tier candidates for finance, human resources, and accounting. Amy left her southern roots in Alabama to attend The University of Texas at Austin, where she earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees. Amy is a highly relational person who builds deep relationships and invests in people. In addition to raising four exceptional children, she has taught junior high and high school math, ran an SAT preparation business, and volunteered with several organizations before joining the stellar team at Tarvos. Amy enjoys listening to podcasts and audiobooks, playing pickleball and racquetball, walking or paddle boarding Town Lake, watching movies, and spending time with friends and family.

Sean Kelley

Sr. Direct Hire Recruiting Associate

Sean Kelley is a Senior Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. Sean has been a long-time tech enthusiast – going back to the days of the Commodore64, his first computer. Upon being honorably discharged from two enlistments in the active duty US Army he went on to learn computer hardware (Comptia A+ certified!) and networking while pursuing his degree in Computer Information Systems at Herzing University. Taking his deep knowledge of break/fix, computer architecture, and networking Sean started his own computer retail company – growing to 8 staff and $1M in revenue in its first year. Adjusting to changes in the economy, Sean’s career took a detour where he worked with customers for a reputable biotech company – implementing process improvements around order fulfillment and logistics. Wanting to get back into the technology sector of work, he was recruited to a Fortune 500 staffing firm, where he rose to the top of his peer group doing contract and contract-to-hire placement of highly-qualified IT professionals. His technical recruiting experience did not only revolve around agency. Sean entered corporate recruiting as he joined the talent acquisition departments of multi-billion dollar organizations, one within the financial services industry, another within the department of defense contractor and health insurance sectors. As a trusted member of the technical talent scene, he has served as a member of two academic advisory boards at Madison College. The goal? Help the organization align the course curriculum with that of the increasing demands of the local information technology job market. Sean has served as a member of Wisconsin Recruiters for two years and was recognized for being the #1 individual fundraiser for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Man/Woman of the Year campaign in 2019. He resides in Madison, Wisconsin, with his wife, two cats, and two dogs. In his free time, Sean enjoys roleplaying games – like Dungeons and Dragons, so much that he produced a weekly podcast for over seven years.

Nick Heffner

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate

Nick Heffner is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, he specializes in creating meaningful and lasting connections between top-tier talent and their future employers. Prior to joining the Tarvos Team, Nick wore many hats throughout Finance for seven years. He started his career as an accountant for a boutique wealth management firm based in West Hollywood, California, where he quickly rose the ranks from the back office to a client-facing role. Nick then moved to a Fortune 500 technology company, where he provided audit and consulting services to critical business functions throughout the company. In his final three years in Finance, Nick operated as a Financial Analyst, working closely with executive partners to meet and exceed annual business objectives. Nick hails from San Diego, California, and attained his B.A. in Economics from Occidental College in Los Angeles, where he played Division III water polo. Nick has two spoiled cats that rule his and his fiancé’s house. True to his roots, he loves surfing and all things beach-related. Nick also enjoys relaxing by listening to music, exercising, grilling, and floating in his backyard pool.

Margaret Baker

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate

Margaret Baker is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she specializes in sourcing top-tier talent to create a perfect match for companies and professionals. Prior to joining the Tarvos Talent team, Margaret worked as a district office coordinator. She quickly became a top recruiter in the company and decided to focus primarily on recruiting. Margaret recently graduated from the University of Oklahoma and achieved a BBA focusing on business management and economics. Margaret enjoys taking art classes at the local recreation center, trying new recipes, and taking her beagle, Nana, to Zilker park.

Brandon Wark

Senior Contract Recruiting Associate

Brandon Wark is a Senior Contract Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, he specializes in Accounting and Finance contract recruiting and business development, bringing top-tier talent and companies together. Prior to joining the Tarvos team, Brandon spent seventeen years working in Accounting and Finance in Non-Profit and Media before spending the past six years at a Fortune 500 global recruiting firm. While with that company, Brandon gained valuable experience being a part of their permanent placement and contract teams, including managing a team of full-time consultants. Originally from Iowa, Brandon moved to Austin in 2008, fully entrenching himself into the Texas lifestyle. He and his wife, Tammy, enjoy traveling, cooking, and spending time with their two sons and friends.

Carrie Munnerlyn

Business Development Associate

Carrie Munnerlyn is the Business Development Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she specializes in driving business growth, developing a network of contacts to attract new clients, and researching new market opportunities. Prior to joining the Tarvos Team, she spent over 16 years as a sales and marketing consultant. Carrie is originally from Atlanta, Georgia, where she helped launch the Southeast office of a global media company, establishing its unique media products in the United States. Carrie moved to Austin in 2005, where she continued her career in media and added fitness coaching to her active roster of companies. Carrie’s desire and dedication to helping clients reach their professional or fitness goals has allowed her to fulfill her day-to-day aspirations. Carrie is a graduate of Georgia State University, where she studied Communications, focusing on Journalism and Public Relations. In her free time, Carrie loves spending time with her 2 teenage boys, practicing yoga, and playing pickle ball.

Ruben Dorado

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate

Ruben Dorado is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, Ruben is responsible for sourcing & screening candidates, matching them with exceptional job opportunities, and providing support throughout the recruitment process to ensure a positive experience for clients and candidates. Over the past seven years, he has gained extensive experience in Human Resources and Recruitment from the music, precious metals, and construction industries. His expertise includes managing the end-to-end recruitment process, developing and implementing HR policies and procedures, benefits administration, and managing employee relations. He has also demonstrated a track record of success in identifying and hiring top talent to meet organizational goals and objectives. Ruben is a proud native of the Rio Grande Valley in South Texas. He found himself pursuing his higher education at Texas State University in San Marcos, where he gained the skills and confidence necessary to excel in his HR & Recruitment profession. Outside of work, you will find Ruben exploring the great outdoors through off-roading, hiking, and camping with his wife, Amy. Ruben and Amy are active members of the Riverbend Church, where they find strength in their faith and sense of community.

Michael Key

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate

Michael is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, he specializes in recruiting top Accounting and Finance professionals. Michael has been in the recruiting industry since 2015, recruiting in both Industrial and Technology spaces. During his time in recruiting, Michael has helped establish staffing startups into firms that his clients trust to attract and place the right talent in a timely fashion, helping his companies grow in yearly revenue each year of his service. Michael is a native Texan who studied Business Admin at San Jacinto College, growing up on the Gulf Coast and ultimately settling in Austin in 2021. In Michael’s free time, you can find him hanging in with family and friends at a local brewery or in nature with his black lab Tex or basset hound Penny. Michael is a huge sports fanatic and will often catch a Round Rock Express or Houston Astros game with his wife, Madison.

Marcos Perry

Senior Contract Recruiting Associate

Marcos Perry is a Senior Contract Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, he specializes in business development and building relationships in the Austin and San Antonio market. Prior to joining the Tarvos team, Marcos spent nearly six years in the recruiting industry, working on both the full-time and contract side in various industries, including technology, tax, and construction. During his tenure, Marcos has had the opportunity to work with both large and small firms and be a part of and lead successful teams of all different sizes. Marcos was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, and attended Texas State University. He enjoys spending his free time with his friends and family taking his dog to the park, attending concerts or Austin FC games at Q2 stadium, and giving back to his community any chance he gets.

Art Quezada

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate

Art Quezada is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate at Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, he focuses on finance and accounting direct hire recruiting, specializing in finding and retaining top talent for his clients. Art has extensive experience recruiting across multiple industries, including software, sales, biotechnology, accounting, finance, and engineering. He manages numerous openings and candidates while paying close attention to detail in a fast-paced environment. Art has consistently achieved monthly and annual goals, exceeding performance-based metrics. He hit 110% of his yearly goal in Q1 while at a global technology conglomerate company in 2022, held the 3rd highest submittal rate in 2019, reaching over $300k in placements, and reached 150% of the “President’s Club” goal in 2018. Art is from El Paso, Texas, and holds a Bachelor’s in Public Relations from Texas Tech University. In his free time, he enjoys going to the gym, playing golf and ultimate frisbee at Zilker Park, and taking his 3-year-old German Shepherd, Bodhi, to dog parks around town.

Daniella Ramon

Administrative Associate

Daniella Ramon is a Administrative Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she specializes in supporting our team of contract recruiters. Daniella began her career at the early age of sixteen, working for a multi-doctor veterinary clinic specializing in administration, customer service, sales, and operations. She continued to utilize and improve her skills working for the Non-Commissioned Officers Association at Camp Merrill in Dahlonega, GA. Upon her return to Texas, she pursued her passion for helping the military community and served as a customer success manager for a CSP program in the Fort Hood area. Daniella was born and raised in Harlingen, Texas but has recently relocated to the Austin area. In her free time, she loves spending time on her family’s ranch, collecting houseplants, and shopping at Target.

Britney Lyons

Administrative Associate

Britney Lyons is a Administrative Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she specializes in supporting our team of Direct Hire Recruiters. Britney is originally from Houston, Texas, and moved to Austin in 2018 to pursue her Bachelor’s at the University of Texas at Austin. Britney has since graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Corporate Communications with a Minor in Business Foundations. Having years of prior experience in the hospitality industry, she has decided to utilize her skills in the corporate realm. In her free time, Britney enjoys nature walks, yoga, and eating good seafood.

Hugo Lopez

Senior Contract Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Hugo is a Senior Contract Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent. He brings over 8 years of experience in multi-family and software sales experience and over a year in staffing and recruiting experience. Hugo is originally from Corpus Christi, Texas but has lived in San Antonio since 2015. While Hugo was earning his Bachelor of Science in Public Health from the University of Texas at San Antonio, he fell in love with sales and decided to make that his career focus. He enjoys spending time with his friends and family gathered around a barbecue pit when he is not spending time outdoors on a hike or enjoying a round of disc golf. Hugo is also a proud father of a beautiful 6-month-old daughter who is the light of his life.

Elizabeth Steiner

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Elizabeth Steiner is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she specializes in placing top-tier accounting and finance candidates. Prior to joining Tarvos, Elizabeth worked in public accounting in the tax division of a regional firm. She also has experience in internal auditing and corporate finance. Elizabeth was born and raised in Dayton, Ohio, and went to college at The University of Toledo, earning her Accounting and Management degrees. She loves sports, especially basketball and volleyball, cooking, and traveling to new cities. Elizabeth was involved with an organization called For the Love of Children back home and served as a mentor and tutor for middle schoolers and looks forward to giving back to the Austin community as well!

Alex Ross

Senior Contract Recruiting Associate, IT

Alex Ross is a Senior Contract Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, he specializes in placing highly skilled Information Technology professionals on a contract and contract to hire basis. Before joining Tarvos, Alex was a Sales Branch Manager, where he received recognition as a top salesman on the national level. Alex was also an Account Manager for a managed service provider managing over 125 client accounts. He recently relocated to Austin from West Virginia with his wife, Ali, and their two children. Alex played soccer at the University of Charleston and is excited to attend Austin FC games. He enjoys developing and nurturing relationships and is looking forward to making new ones in Austin!

Mallory Skains

Senior Human Resources Associate

Mallory Skains is a Senior Human Resources Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she specializes in assisting the company and its clients with any Human Resources needs or concerns. Before joining Tarvos, Mallory was a Human Resources Office Manager for a fast-growing technology company where she helped to improve the new hire onboarding process and provided support to over 400 employees globally. She was also an Executive Assistant and Development Coordinator for one of the top science museums in Texas. She recently relocated to Austin from Dallas with her partner, Matthew, and their cat. Mallory has a BS degree in Anthropology from the University of Houston and spent over a year conducting archaeological excavations in North Texas. She greatly enjoys the Austin Hill Country and is excited to begin her career at Tarvos!

Blair Didlake

Senior Contract Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Blair Didlake is a Senior Contract Recruiting specialist for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she specializes in recruiting top candidates for accounting, finance, and administration in a contract capacity. Prior to her recent move to Austin, Blair attended Oklahoma State University and double majored in Marketing and Management. She furthered her education at OSU and received her Master’s Degree in Entrepreneurship. Since graduating, her experience has led her into sales, human resources, recruiting, and digital marketing. Blair is dedicated to expanding her knowledge and providing the best recruiting experience for the candidate and the organization. Blair enjoys traveling with family and friends. She loves being active outdoors, exploring the city with her dog, Monty, and attending live entertainment, including sporting events and concerts.

Scott Hamilton

Director of Technical Recruiting

Scott Hamilton is the Director of Technical Recruiting for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, he leads and manages the technical recruiting division of the company, including both permanent and contract support. Prior to joining Tarvos, Scott served on active duty in the US Army for five years as a Field Artillery Officer before finding his calling in the recruitment space. He has over 11 years of experience leading and growing teams in an agency and internal corporate setting. Scott is originally from Michigan but has been in the Austin area for over 17 years and considers it home. He enjoys spending time with his wife and three children on Lake Travis and getting on the golf course as much as possible.

Michelle Marsh

Contract Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Michelle Marsh is a Contract Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she seeks out top candidates to fulfill accounting, finance, and HR contract positions. Michelle utilizes her administrative and organizational skills in strategic productivity and communication. Michelle is originally from the New York City area but has lived in Austin for ten years. As a first-generation college graduate, she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania and taught elementary school for nine years in Austin. In her free time, Michelle loves spending time with family and friends, reading, practicing yoga, and of course, hanging out with her two cats- Reese and Zuzu.

Jack Nicholl

Contract Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Jack Nicholl is a Contract Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. Born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jack moved to Lincoln, Nebraska, to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (Go Huskers!). After graduating in May 2022 with a degree in Business Management and a minor in Global Leadership, he decided he missed the warm weather and relocated to the San Antonio area. Jack enjoys cooking and watching football, soccer, and baseball in his free time.

Trey Iapichino

Contract Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Trey Iapichino is a Contract Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. An Air Force brat turned Air Force veteran; Trey has called San Antonio home since 2010. He brings a wealth of experience in technical recruiting, sales, and customer service across multiple industries. In his role at Tarvos, Trey specializes in recruiting top candidates in the accounting, finance, and administration fields in a contract capacity. He loves spending time with his wife and two children, playing league softball on Sundays, and watching Manchester United and the Atlanta Braves.

Carlos Montoya

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate, FA

Carlos Montoya is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate specializing in Finance & Accounting Recruitment. Carlos brings over 15 years of experience in training, development, sales, customer service, and coaching. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from Florida State University on an academic scholarship. Carlos was raised in a military family, growing up in Spain, California, and Texas. He is known for his approachable style and sense of humor. Carlos enjoys golfing and woodworking, as well as attending concerts and traveling with his wife.

Paige Anderson

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate, FA

Paige Anderson is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, specializing in recruiting candidates for accounting operations, human resources, and administrative roles. She recently moved to Austin, but is originally from Colorado Springs, CO. Prior to joining Tarvos, she received her Master’s Degree from Ole Miss and worked in the Higher Education field. Paige enjoys spending time with her friends, trying new restaurants, and paddle boarding!

Lauren Stier

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate, FA

Lauren Stier is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. She is responsible for placing accounting and finance candidates into roles that are best suited for them. Lauren is originally from California and graduated with a Bachelors of Science degree in Accounting as well as a Bachelors of Science degree in Finance. Lauren has over 4 years of experience in the accounting and finance world. She originally started her career in public accounting and later transitioned to working as a property accountant at a publicly traded multifamily REIT and a financial analyst for a private real estate firm. Lauren’s favorite thing to do is to travel and meet new people; her favorite place being Capri. When Lauren is not traveling, she enjoys being outdoors, doing pilates, reading, and going to concerts.

Jonathan Holloway

Technical Recruiter

Jonathan Holloway is a Technical Recruiter for Tarvos Talent, LLC. Jonathan relocated to Texas from Fort Bragg in 2011 after exiting the US Army 82nd Airborne. Prior to joining Tarvos Talent, Jonathan spent nine years recruiting and serving clients in the IT industry. He has been married for thirteen years and has four children; two girls and two boys. They have lived all over the US but have settled here in Austin as his wife is an Austin native. In his free time, you can find Jonathan playing his Xbox, rollerblading, and pursuing a new hobby in blacksmithing!

Missy Sledge

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Missy Sledge is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC in San Antonio. Prior to joining the Tarvos Team, Missy spent the past seven years leading multi-stores for a high-end luxury retailer. Overseeing the central region, she recruited, trained, and developed high-performing teams to excel in sales and provide excellent customer service. Missy takes pride in building relationships with both clients and candidates. Missy was born and raised Weslaco, Texas but has resided in San Antonio for 15 years making San Antonio her new forever home. Loving the San Antonio culture, she likes exploring new eateries with her husband, Matt, her newborn, Bradley, and their family dog, Pop. Viva La Spurs!

Holly Dary

Chief Executive Officer

Prior to forming Tarvos Talent, Holly built a successful career in accounting. She started her career at a regional CPA firm in Madison, Wisconsin where she worked on both the audit and tax teams. She then transitioned into corporate accounting where she quickly moved from a Staff Accountant role to Accounting Systems Administrator, gaining experience in the biotech and space and defense industries. Holly quickly realized her true calling was outside of traditional accounting and was thrilled to accept a role in specialized staffing and recruiting. During her nearly 20-year tenure, Holly rose through the ranks leading teams in accounting, finance, administrative, and IT staffing. Holly developed a reputation for continuously leading teams to success through her inspirational leadership approach and unwavering commitment to excellence in service to her teams, her clients, and her candidates. Throughout her career, she worked in 8 markets across the United States, leading each of them to even greater success than the previous, earning her recognition as a top leader and top performer in the roles she held. Holly is a Wisconsin native and graduate of the University of Wisconsin Madison. She and her husband have 3 children and enjoy traveling and hosting family gatherings. As a leukemia survivor, Holly is also very passionate about her work with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. She sat on the Board of Trustees for the Austin Chapter for 6 years and served as Board Chair for 2 years. She also serves on the Executive Committee for the Light the Night walk.

Jennifer Luckey

Operations Manager, Central Texas

Jennifer Luckey is the Operations Manager for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she is responsible for administrative management and human resources for the office. Jennifer began her career as an Administrative Assistant at a retail organization where her administrative skills, eagerness to learn, and tireless work ethic led to rapid promotions throughout the company. Jennifer’s success led her to a Fortune 500 global recruiting firm where she supported the recruiting and business development efforts of a 20+ person recruiting team. Her can-do attitude and willingness to do whatever it takes to help the teams she supports achieve success, played a huge role in that team’s year over year growth and record-setting achievements. Jennifer was born and raised in Austin, Texas, enjoys art and spending time outdoors. She is also a lover of all animals, and spends free time volunteering at the Austin Humane Society.

Kristen Duverge

Director of Contract Recruiting, Finance & Accounting

Kristen Duverge is the Manager of Contract Recruiting for Tarvos Talent, LLC in Austin, Texas. In this role, Kristen specializes in interim Accounting, Finance and HR recruitment, and business development. Prior to joining the Tarvos team, Kristen spent over 8 years building a multi-million-dollar business in high-end retail. She recruited, trained and developed a high-performing team while smashing sales goals and managing day-to-day operations. With her background in customer service and hospitality, Kristen passionately builds relationships and exceeds expectations of both clients and candidates. She is a Las Vegas native and has lived all over the U.S., including metros like Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York, and puts Austin atop any “best places” list. Kristen enjoys spending time with her husband, Joel, her 2 beautiful girls, Anabelle and Sofia, and the 2 family dogs. She is a lover of food, fashion, and travel.

Ruben Ortega

Sr. Manager of Permanent Recruiting, Finance & Accounting

Ruben Ortega is a Senior Manager of Permanent Recruiting for Tarvos Talent, LLC. Prior to joining the Tarvos team, Ruben worked with two national recruitment firms where he specialized in business development, temp, temp to hire and permanent placement services. Ruben has over 12 years of experience leading successful teams recruiting in the Accounting and Finance sectors in the Central Texas market. He takes great pride in understanding his client’s culture and values to help them attract the talent that will best serve their mission. Originally from El Paso, Texas, Ruben attended Texas State University. He has been married to his lovely wife Michelle going on 16 years and they have a beautiful daughter, Madison.

Julie Lake Adams

Sr. Manager of Permanent Recruiting, Accounting Operations

Julie Lake Adams is a Senior Manager of Permanent Recruiting for Tarvos Talent, LLC. Julie focuses on Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources recruitment and business development. Prior to joining the Tarvos team, Julie spent ten years with a global staffing & recruitment firm where her performance led to a management role. During her tenure she managed a successful team by creating honest and transparent client and candidate relationships, growing the business and reaching significant milestones. Connecting talented individuals with amazing companies is a passion of Julie’s—she is continuously fulfilled by the long-lasting relationships she’s built for and with her clients. Originally from Northeast Texas, Julie has a background in hospitality and held various positions within the industry, including Accounting, Sales, and Human Resources. Julie enjoys spending time with her husband, Phillip, and their daughter Ellie. She loves using her ingenuity to create new things and is an avid hockey fan. She is actively involved with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society through their annual Light the Night walk.

Natalie Nelson

Partner & Director of Permanent Recruiting, Finance & Accounting

Natalie Nelson is the Director of Permanent Recruiting for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she leads and manages the Accounting and Finance placement division, where she brings top-tier talent and companies together. Prior to joining the Tarvos team, Natalie spent over ten years in recruiting, beginning her career with a boutique firm in San Antonio, Texas. During her six-year tenure, she quickly rose to the leadership ranks before joining a Fortune 500 global recruiting firm. While with that company, Natalie grew a record-breaking team and positioned them as a top performer in the region. In 2017, Natalie was asked to replicate her San Antonio team’s top performance in Austin, where soon after moving, she achieved even greater success. Nelson is a Texas native, having grown up in Georgetown, and is a graduate of Texas State University. She and her husband, Jonathan, enjoy traveling, cooking, and spending time with their daughter and English Bulldog. Natalie is involved in the American Heart Association, where she sat on the Executive Leadership Team for San Antonio’s Heart Ball and has continued her involvement in the Austin chapter to give back to her community.

Kristal Black

Accounting Associate

Kristal Black is an Accounting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she is responsible for accounts receivable and assisting our Senior Accountant. Kristal has ten years of experience as an administrative professional where she managed day-to-day functions of offices, managed vendors, planned and facilitated annual company events. She also developed and managed budgets for a company-wide program. Kristal is attending Stephen F. Austin State University and will receive her Bachelor of Business Administration in General Business, with an accounting minor. Kristal is a native Austinite and now enjoys living in Bastrop with her husband and four dogs, Honey, Harley, Sasha, and Sookie. Kristal enjoys playing strategy games, DIY home projects, outdoors, and fostering dogs.

Gabriel Cardona

Contract Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Gabriel Cardona is a Contract Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. Gabriel has five-plus years of recruiting experience and has successfully led an office and team for most of his career. He possesses excellent people skills and has made and maintains many connections in the San Antonio area. Gabriel has had the opportunity to work in many different recruiting areas, which has helped him acquire more knowledge in this field and has helped him expand his book of business. He is a huge Cowboys and Spurs fan, and in his free time, he enjoys finding great food trucks in San Antonio with his wife Shelbi, playing sports, collecting shoes, and reading new books.

Kyle Leonard

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate, IT

Kyle Leonard is an IT Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. Kyle recently relocated to Austin from Dallas, Texas. He is a graduate of Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas, where he received his Bachelor of Arts and Science with a major in psychology and a minor in Human Resource Development. After college, he transitioned to Austin in search of new opportunities and skills to learn. In his free time, Kyle enjoys playing board games and exploring Austin with his girlfriend, Alexa. Over the years, he has played almost every board and card game out there and is a self-proclaimed Master of Games, willing to take on any challengers.

Anairis Prieto

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Anairis Prieto is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. At eight years old, she moved to Austin, Texas, from Cuba. Anairis is a graduate of Texas State University, where she received her Bachelor’s in Exercise and Sport Science. Anairis has over a decade of experience in customer service, where she quickly advanced in each of her roles. She also spent time training new employees in various departments, contributing to their success. Her experience witnessing those team members’ growth prompted thoughts about a new career path in recruiting. In her role at Tarvos Talent, she specializes in accounting, operations, human resources, and administrative professionals on a direct-hire basis. Anairis is married to her middle school sweetheart, David, and they have the most extraordinary dachshund puppy. In her free time, you can find Anairis hiking in the beautiful greenbelt of Austin, enjoying the newest film at a local movie theater, baking, and hanging out with her family every weekend.

Richie Ortega

Contract Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Richie Ortega is a Contract Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. Richie is an El Paso, Texas native but has called Austin his home since 2014. He is a graduate of Sul Ross State University in Alpine, Texas, where he played four years of Division 3 baseball as a pitcher before graduating and beginning his professional career. Prior to joining Tarvos Talent, Richie spent several years in the Non-Profit industry working for the Boy Scouts of America. He specialized in fundraising and donor engagement and helped the BSA achieve fundraising and recruitment goals to help the organization deliver the Scouting program to thousands of youth members every year. Richie always enjoys meeting new people, spending time with family, and watching football on the weekends.

Amani Turnage

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Amani Turnage is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. Amani recently relocated to Austin from her home state of Seattle, Washington. She is a graduate of Claflin University in Orangeburg, South Carolina, where she received her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting. Amani also acquired a Bachelor of Science focused in Religious Education from The Bishop A.L. Hardy Academy of Theology in Seattle, Washington post-undergrad. Prior to making the move to Tarvos Talent in 2021, Amani spent nearly seven years in public accounting, where she gained a plethora of experience in account payables, payroll, and SAP accounting systems analysis. Amani thrives on opportunities to build community and curate safe spaces for connections and conversations that influence diversity, equity, and inclusion. The core of her last few corporate years included co-founding an Employee Resource Group, which established a platform for employees of color that partnered with C-level management and other affinity organizations to influence a more inclusive workforce. Having also served as a Program Director and Coordinator for various organizations in the greater Seattle area, she now uses her gifts as an event planner in Austin during her spare time. That is when she is not out exploring nature, either locally or abroad.

Courtney Cannon

Contract Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Courtney Cannon is a Contract Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. With her background in customer service and passion for building connections with people, she creates long-lasting relationships coexisting between both clients and candidates. Courtney began her professional career in Austin seven years ago with experience in Operations, Sales, and Account Management across multiple industries, including Hospitality, Logistics, and Account Management. She has exceeded expectations at every step during her career, resulting in numerous professional awards. In her free time, she enjoys exploring all the new attractions Austin has to offer with her friends and her Labrador, Walker, who himself loves a lovely patio on Saturday afternoon after a long day at Zilker Park.

Austin Dupont

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Austin Dupont is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. He brings over six years of experience in business development, where he was key in helping companies scale their sales and operations teams. During his tenure, Austin quickly progressed from sales associate to the Regional Director of Sales & Operations for the Southeast United States. While running the #1 studio in the country, Austin consistently exceeded sales quotas earning him the top sales manager title in back-to-back years. He was influential in the expansion of other brands by helping them double in franchise licenses awarded year over year. Originally from Louisiana, Austin is no stranger to Texas and has spent most of his adult life here. He holds true to being a diehard LSU Tigers fan. In-between hunting, golfing, and cooking, Austin enjoys exploring the Texas barbeque scene. Austin is actively involved in various volunteer groups through the Military Heroes Campaign, both locally and across Texas.

Omar Graciano

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Omar Graciano is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. Omar recently relocated to Austin from Boston, Massachusetts, where his family hails from the Dominican Republic. He is a graduate of Assumption University in Worcester, Massachusetts, where he received his Bachelor of Arts with a major in Accounting. Upon graduating, he continued his education at Assumption and received his MBA. After redshirting his freshman year, Omar played Defensive End for five seasons with the Assumption Greyhounds. During his time there, the Greyhounds became a division 2 powerhouse and ranked nationally in the top 10. Prior to making the move to Tarvos Talent in 2021, Omar spent four years in public accounting as an auditor, where he gained a tremendous amount of experience in audit and tax. He quickly became a key contributor at the staff level, where he began leading high-profile audit engagements, specializing in retail and construction. He is a huge Boston sports fan and enjoys talking about the New England Patriots. Omar enjoys exploring Austin with his fiancé Jess and their dog Sadie in his free time and putting his fluent Spanish skills to use.

Kala Moore

Direct Hire Recruiting Associate, Finance & Accounting

Kala Moore is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, she specializes in placing highly-skilled accounting, operations, human resources, and administrative professionals on a direct-hire basis. Before joining the Tarvos team, Kala spent eight years with a luxury retail store where she led her team to consistently receive high accolades from corporate and global headquarters. She also served as a brand ambassador, where she spent time traveling the country recruiting and training customer service and sales standouts. Kala then shifted her focus to building out her Austin clientele in the real estate industry. Kala is a native of the Mississippi Gulf Coast and a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi, where she graduated with honors. Kala relocated to Austin in 2016 with her now-husband, Christopher. When they aren’t spending time with their two Labrador Retrievers and small cat, they enjoy cheering on the New Orleans Saints! She prides herself on building lasting relationships and exceeding expectations.

Chris Sutton

Accounting Manager

Chris Sutton is the Senior Accountant for Tarvos Talent, LLC. He is responsible for financial reporting, payroll, and accounts payable in this role. He hails from Houston, where he began his accounting career in Real Estate. In 2007 Chris moved to Austin and continued his accounting career in the real estate and property management industry. With over twenty years of Accounting and IT experience, Chris has successfully worked for startup companies and brings a tremendous amount of knowledge to Tarvos Talent. Not only is he the accounting guru, but he also supports IT needs. In his free time, Chris enjoys reading, spending time with his wife, and exploring Austin.

Wil Richards

Sr. Direct Hire Recruiting Associate, IT

Wil Richards is a Direct Hire Recruiting Associate for Tarvos Talent, LLC. Prior to joining the team, Wil built and managed teams in the IT sales space here in Austin. Laying the groundwork for his transition into recruiting, Wil quickly grasped the intricate concepts and technologies required to be successful in the world of high-level IT recruiting. Unafraid to tackle new, challenging tasks, Wil thoroughly enjoys the daily challenges of working in an industry like IT in such a highly competitive market like Austin. Growing up in a competitive environment, Wil competed in athletics throughout college, where he played football at the University of Nebraska. Lettering 3 years and graduating with honors. Wil currently resides in Central Austin with his girlfriend and dog. Wil is exceptionally passionate about the 3 F’s—Fitness, Football, and Food. In his free time, Wil teaches group fitness classes.

Neal Wood

Sr. Manager of Permanent Recruiting, IT

Neal Wood is a Senior Manager of Permanent Recruiting for Tarvos Talent, LLC. In this role, Neal focuses on IT recruiting and business development. Originally from Harlingen, Texas, Neal relocated to Austin with his family, where he attended Westwood High School and The University of Texas at Austin. Neal has 15 years of recruiting and management experience. Eight of which were spent with global, multi-billion-dollar firms. Neal is an active networker who participates in local technical user groups and non-profit organizations, like the Capital Area Food Bank and Agile Austin. Neal has lived in Cedar Park with his two children, Lilah and Gavin, for the past 16 years. In his free time, you can find Neal swimming laps at Barton Springs, tending to his organic garden, or watching his kids participate in Cedar Park’s award-winning dance, wrestling, and football teams.

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