Meet the Team

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Adam Morrow

Director of Recruiting & Professional Staffing

Adam joined the Express team in June 2011 after moving to Tyler from Lubbock, TX. With years in the "people business" as a college minister, he brings a wealth of experience and passion for people to his role at Express. "It is such a privilege to intersect people at a point of need, whether they are business people or job seekers. I love having the opportunity to bring people together to turn a time of need into an opportunity for success!" 

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Jennifer Johns

Director of Support and Executive Assistant

Jennifer joined the Express team in June 2020. She moved to Tyler in 2006 to go to college and has never left. She and her husband Clay have two beautiful girls, Kaitlyn and Kinleigh, and enjoy spending lots of time together as a family. Jennifer loves to help others and is excited to be a part of the Express team!

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Kristie Maatouk

Chief Experience Officer

Kristie joined the Express team in March of 2003. "My passion is helping people, whether it's a business that is in need of staffing services or a person looking for a work opportunity. My goal at the end of each day is to be able to say that I was a blessing to someone." 

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Anthony Silva

Industrial Employment Specialist

Anthony joined the Express team in September of 2022. He was born and raised in East Texas and has years of experience in sales and customer service. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends and family or traveling with his wife and 3 kids. He has always loved helping people every chance he gets and is glad to have joined the Express Team who shares the same values and goals. 

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Christopher Ramirez

Industrial Employment Specialist

Chris joined the Express team in August of 2022. Having experienced unemployment himself, he deeply understands the challenges that many job seekers face and is dedicated to helping them find fulfilling work opportunities. Outside of work, Chris teaches a class at his church, a role that allows him to connect with his community in meaningful ways. He also enjoys spending quality time with his wife and loves swimming as a way to relax and stay active. Chris feels grateful for the chance to help others navigate their career paths and appreciates the impact he can make through his work at Express. 

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Tanthony Griffin

Industrial Employment Specialist

Tanthony joined the Express team in August of 2024. In his free time, he enjoys sports, working out, and spending time with his family. What excites him most about his role at Express is the supportive team and the chance to make a real difference in people's lives. Tanthony loves being a part of a company that values personal connections and strives to empower others. Tanthony looks forward to continuing this journey and helping more people find their perfect fit!

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Whitney Wright

Administrative Team Lead

Whitney joined Express in January of 2021. She was born and raised in East Texas and has several years of Marketing and Sales experience. Whitney has made it her mission to serve as many businesses and job seekers as possible. During her free time, Whitney enjoys spending time with her family, friends, and her pup, Shuggs! She loves making new friends and volunteering in our community. "Helping others makes my heart beat a little faster. It fills my cup more than anything else. I believe that that's what we were created to do. I look forward to serving you in any way I can!". 

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Chloe Burleson

Administrative Employment Specialist

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Susana Aparicio

Administrative Employment Specialist

Susana joined the Express team in September of 2024. Born and raised in Tyler, Texas, she has a 9-year-old son named Rocky and a 5-year-old Doberman named Apollo. Family is important to Susana, and she spends much of her time with her large, close-knit family. In her free time, she enjoys going for walks, working out, traveling, attending concerts, and trying new things. Susana is excited to begin her journey with Express and feels fortunate to be part of a passionate team that is dedicated to helping people in the community find employment and achieve success.

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Roger Purdy

Senior Skilled Trades Specialist

Roger worked as a Human Resources Manager for the federal government for over 15 years. During that time, he supervised staff and recruited for blue, white, and grey collar jobs. He served 5 years in the Marine Corps and moved to Tyler to be closer to his family. He enjoys spending time with his family and dog and attending live concerts. He loves to help people and that love is why he joined the Express Team and it is what fuels his desire to help the client and associates achieve their full potential. Semper Fidelis. 

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Connor Myers

Skilled Trades Specialist

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Ashton Griffin

Skilled Trades Specialist

Ashton, a proud East Texas native, is a man of faith, family, and adventure. He serves his church, cherishes his wife and three children, and finds joy in the great outdoors. With an unwavering dedication to his faith, a loving family by his side, and a genuine zest for life, Ashton embodies the values of compassion, resilience, and an unwavering spirit. 

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Rayna Shirey

Skilled Trades Recruiting Coordinator

Rayna began her journey with Express in July of 2023. She strives to help all job-seeking individuals and is excited to see where her journey with Express takes her. She looks forward to having a family through Express. Rayna enjoys spending time with friends and family, and she strives to continually make a difference in other people's lives. In her spare time, you can find her with her significant other, Chris, cuddling up on the couch with their fur baby, Justice, watching Netflix. 

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Eduardo Alonso

Skilled Trades Recruiting Coordinator

Eduardo began his journey with Express in December of 2023, where he found his passion for helping others. Outside of work, he cherishes spending quality time with his wife. He has also immersed himself in learning the intricate art of woodworking and he loves to turn wrenches on cars whenever he gets the chance. He feels privileged to have the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives every day, guiding them towards their next career milestones. 

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Sarah Kniffen

Professional Recruiter Accounting, Finance, & HR

Sarah joined the Specialized Recruiting Group at Express in September 2019. She is a Professional Recruiter for Express Employment Professionals' Specialized Recruiting Group where she connects Accounting, Finance, and HR professionals with companies in the Greater Tyler area. Becoming a part of the Express team has been the best experience and she is proud to work here. She brings over 12 years of staffing experience to her role with Express. Sarah is a member of the Rose City SHRM chapter and serves as VP of Technology. In her free time, Sarah and her husband, Justin, stay busy with their three children, Mallory, Brady, and Brock. 

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Josh Trammel

Professional Recruiter Accounting, Finance, & HR

Josh joined the Specialized Recruiting Group at Express in June of 2023. He grew up in Longview but has become a Tyler native over the past decade. He is a proud husband to Hannah and a dad to three beautiful daughters Annakate, Maggie, and Tate. Josh is passionate about connecting with people and is grateful that every day he can use that passion to serve those in East Texas who come to Express looking to find a job or helping clients find the right candidate for their business. Outside of Express, Josh leads worship for the contemporary service at Marvin Methodist Church in downtown Tyler and is also a part of the Tyler Chamber of Commerce contact club. In his spare time, he occasionally gets in a round of golf, but you typically would find him at the lake with his family or doing activities that girl dads are prone to. 

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Cristian Hooper

Professional Recruiter IT, Engineering, & Manufacturing

Cristian joined the Specialized Recruiting Group at Express in January of 2023. He has lived in Tyler his whole life and enjoys that he can't go anywhere without seeing someone he knows. He values spending time with his wife and his sons above all else. Cristian is thrilled to serve the community that has given him more than he could have asked for! 

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Darby Scheffer

Professional Recruiting Coordinator

Darby joined the Specialized Recruiting Group at Express in August of 2023. She moved to East Texas from Washington State in 2021. She enjoys traveling with her husband, surfing, and spending time at home with her family, friends, and 4 dogs. She loves helping others and is excited to be a part of the Express team! 

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Nathan Kuehn

Business Relationship Manager

Nathan joined the Express team in August of 2023. After growing up in Tyler, he spent a few years away attending the University of Arkansas. He enjoys meeting new people and spending time with family and friends. Nathan is beyond excited to be back in East Texas to serve businesses in the Tyler area! 

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Brenna Powell

Regional Marketing Specialist

Brenna joined the Express team in May of 2024 after graduating from Texas Tech University with a degree in Marketing. Born and raised in East Texas, she could not imagine living anywhere else and is so excited to be back home! In her spare time, Brenna enjoys spending time with family and friends, traveling, and being outside. She is so excited to explore her creativity in this position and cannot wait to see where her journey with Express takes her! 

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Kirsti Teague

Payroll Director

Kirsti was born and raised in the Tyler area. She enjoys spending time with her family, husband Cory, son Raylan, and daughter Reagan. She loves being a part of the Express team, "We all have the same goal, which is to help people and make a difference in their lives, whether it be an associate or client!" 

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Javier Arriaga

Front Office Coordinator

Javier joined the Express team in January 2010. He is an exceptional interpreter and a very personable individual. He enjoys helping job seekers locate great employment by helping employers connect with great candidates! 

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Crystal Gray

Front Office Coordinator

Crystal joined the Express family early in 2022. Born and raised in East Texas, Crystal and her family love spending time together whether it is making a trip to Target or playing at the park. Helping others is a passion of Crystal's and Express is the perfect place to allow her to continue to grow in her passion. 

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Angelina Estrada

Team Lead - Regional Recruiting Center

Angelina joined the Express family in February of 2023. She is excited to be part of the mission of putting one million people to work. Outside of working at Express, you will find Angelina volunteering at her church, mentoring teens, participating in 5k's, and spending time with her friends and family. 

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Desiree Aguirre

Senior Recruiting Specialist

Desiree joined the Express team in February of 2022. Born and raised in East Texas, she previously dabbled in timeshare contracts and customer service. Her goal has always been to provide the best opportunities for you. "Raising my two boys in the area I grew up in has been amazing." 

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Michealle Garcia

Recruiting Specialist

Michealle joined the Express team in April of 2021. She is so excited to be a part of the Express Employment Family! As a member of the recruiting center, her goal is to help as many people as she can by bringing them in to find good jobs to provide for them and their families. 

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Jazmine Schwark

Recruiting Specialist

Jazmine joined the Express team in January of 2024 after coming to Express to aid in her job search. She is so excited to be a part of the Express Employment family while working toward becoming a radiologist. Her mission is to help touch as many people as she can, just as Express touched her. 

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Julie Almazan

Recruiting Specialist

Julie joined the Express team in February of 2024. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends and is dedicated to helping those eager to find employment. She is excited to work alongside inspiring individuals, learn new skills, and contribute to a team that strives to serve others first! 

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Alyleah Henderson

Recruiting Specialist

Alyleah joined the Express team in February of 2024. Born and raised in the Dallas area, she enjoys fishing and snacking in her free time. With a passion for helping others, Alyleah is dedicated to embodying the change she wants to see in her community. She is excited to be part of the Express family, which shares her values and commitment to making a positive impact. 

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Marina Duran

Recruiting Specialist

Marina joined the Express team in July of 2024. In her spare time, she enjoys helping care for her grandma and spending quality moments with her family and boyfriend. She is thrilled to be a part of a team that treats her like family and is excited about the opportunities for growth — professionally, personally, and spiritually that lie ahead. 

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Haidyn Purdy

Recruiting Specialist

Haidyn joined the Express team in August of 2024, where she currently works part-time. Alongside her role at Express, she is pursuing a nursing degree at the University of Texas at Tyler. Her experience at Express enhances her teamwork and customer service skills, which will be invaluable in her future career. Fiercely devoted to her faith, family, and friends, Haidyn consistently seeks opportunities to support and uplift those around her. 

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Kaylee Calicott

Recruiting Specialist

Kaylee joined the Express team in August of 2024 as a recruiting specialist. She is thrilled to be part of such a dynamic team and to contribute to delivering outstanding service to the people in our community. In her free time, she loves cooking dinner for herself and her roommate. She also cherishes spending time with friends and making the most of their time together. Alongside those activities, she is dedicated to her future career as a Labor and Deliver Nurse. She spends a lot of her time studying and preparing for this rewarding path, and she is excited about the journey ahead. Balancing her professional role with personal passions keeps her motivated and focused, and she is looking forward to continuing to grow both at Express and in her future nursing career. 

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