Linda Hall

Linda Hall is an experienced member and leader of over twenty boards. A high Impact and  Innovative professional with undeniable talent as a change agent facilitating CEOs and executive  leadership teams to execute essential strategies to optimize performance. Collaterally qualified  through solid consulting skills, exceptional public speaking, and an extensive community service  record. A reputation [...]

2024-12-03T10:19:36-06:00December 3rd, 2024|

Andrea DeMeo

Andrea DeMeo is a seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience in senior healthcare and nonprofit management, specializing in strategy development and execution, operations, governance, and community engagement. Prior to joining JK Executive Strategies, Andrea served as President and Chief Executive Officer of Trillium Health, a Federally Qualified Community Health Center in Rochester, New [...]

2024-12-03T10:15:26-06:00December 3rd, 2024|

Alyssa Whitfield

Passion. Compassion. Style. Three words that best describe how Alyssa Whitfield takes on the world. Alyssa’s consulting practice is rooted in a strong respect for the nonprofit community.  With industry experience that encompasses work on both sides of philanthropy, as nonprofit executive at local organizations including the Youth Lifeline Foundation, Encompass Resources for Learning, and [...]

2024-12-03T09:55:02-06:00December 3rd, 2024|

Mary E. Whittier

Mary Whittier is a nonprofit consultant and community volunteer.  She is a founding member Foundation Board member of Mary Cariola Center's Foundation Board, and was a Founding Board member of PrimeTime 585, Inc. Mary has done part time consulting (and volunteering) on issues related to nonprofits in the areas of leadership, Board development/engagement, strategic planning, program [...]

2024-12-03T09:49:43-06:00December 3rd, 2024|

Jill Knittel

Jill Knittel is the President & CEO of JK Executive Strategies.  After working in the search & recruiting industry for decades, Jill set out to build a new type of search firm in 2017, focused on a personal approach with transparent processes.  With 20+ years in direct hire and retained search experience, she has completed [...]

2025-02-03T10:57:50-06:00October 28th, 2024|

Jaime Howley

As the Vice President of Recruiting and Client Relations at JK Exec, Jaime provides strategic counsel to key clients and candidates, driving organizational growth through supportive, tailored talent initiatives. With over 20 years of national experience in recruiting and executive search, Jaime excels at identifying top talent across diverse sectors, including manufacturing, distribution, and construction [...]

2025-02-03T10:58:02-06:00October 28th, 2024|

Jim McAuliffe

Jim McAuliffe brings a rich background of financial and operational leadership to every endeavor he undertakes. With decades of experience as a CEO/COO/CFO and a Vistage Chair, Jim has guided companies through strategic transformations, from mergers and acquisitions to navigating complex financial landscapes. His expertise lies in building sustainable growth by balancing risk with opportunity, [...]

2025-02-03T10:58:30-06:00November 6th, 2024|

Aly Arena

Aly Arena, Director of Recruiting at JK Executive Strategies since 2019, brings a rich background spanning accounting, finance, HR, marketing, IT, and operations. She is deeply passionate about her work, dedicated to connecting ethical companies with top-tier talent. Aly’s commitment to excellence is reflected in her proven approach to filling diverse roles and delivering value [...]

2025-02-03T10:58:46-06:00November 6th, 2024|

Lauren Dlugosh

Lauren Dlugosh brings years of experience in recruiting all levels of management for higher education, nonprofit, manufacturing, and other industries to JK Executive which she joined in 2020.   As Director of Recruiting, Lauren works with local, regional, and national companies and organizations of all sizes to connect them with extraordinary talent. She draws from her [...]

2025-02-03T11:00:37-06:00October 28th, 2024|

Miranda Leo

With a passion for connecting high performing talent with growing businesses and organizations, Miranda Leo delivers a personalized and strategic approach to every search. Leveraging her background in client relations, finance, and recruitment, Miranda tailors her efforts to align candidates' unique skills with the specific needs of each client. Miranda's recent experience at a prominent [...]

2025-02-03T11:00:23-06:00October 28th, 2024|