National Staffing Employee Week was established with the sole purpose of celebrating and honoring the millions of temporary and contract employees that make up the contract workforce.
This year we’ll specifically be spotlighting our #staffingstars from each of the four Harvey Nash USA markets. Each of which have been awarded the Contractor of the Year award for their market, which entails criteria such as a rigorous selection process that is based on client feedback and recommendations!
To kick things off, take a moment to explore their short highlights below and make sure to follow along over the course of the week to see their full highlights and backstories.
Meet Jody Amable
As a Digital Content Editor, Jody utilizes a unique blend of skills, attention to detail, and creativity to contribute to the team's success. Since the very beginning, her performance has exceeded all initial expectations. Her dedication is well-recognized and acknowledged by her managers and colleagues.
Millions of active Pocket Application users consume her work daily. Her aesthetic touch ensures that each article from publications such as WIRED, Vanity Fair, the Washington Post, Smithsonian Magazine, and Collectors Weekly is exceptionally edited and uses the unified style of visualizations over which she has creative authority.
Jody was very hesitant about choosing between job opportunities she interviewed for, as initially, she was not entirely convinced that the recruitment process would lead to an actual hire. Taking the chance paid off, and Jody secured a fulfilling job where she exceeded all expectations as one of the strongest performers.
Nominated by Charlotte Nygaard – Lead Recruitment Account Manager and Tom Wojtowicz – Senior Technical Recruiter
When asked what winning this award means to Jody, she shared:
When Tom first contacted me, I was coming off an unfortunate job experience. I'll admit, I was initially wary of Tom's initial message about a job that sounded right up my alley but seemed way too good to be true. But it was true!
It was so refreshing to work with a down-to-earth person who gave me guidance and coaching through the interview process and genuinely seemed to believe in me. Those same values are apparent at [client], too, and I appreciate that Harvey Nash seeks out companies that value their workers, trust their experience and expertise, and treat them with respect.
Meet James Youngman
James is a Supplier Performance Engineer for one of our largest US manufacturing clients. He has been a great representative of Harvey Nash and our client domestically here in the US and globally in his travels working with suppliers around the world.
What makes James’ story very unique, is that he was a 20+ year schoolteacher and varsity high school basketball coach, with absolutely no manufacturing experience & he was able to excel in his initial role as a data analyst and has been able to utilize his unique skill sets to become a critical material expediter, and now is a Supplier Performance Engineering Manager/ Expediter.
His client manager shared the following feedback on his experience working with James -
“James has been an exemplary employee since joining our team. Even though James’ background was not in manufacturing, but rather teaching and coaching, his work ethic and ability to build lifelong relationships is all he needed to be successful.
Through James tenure, he has rebuilt countless supplier relationships and helped pave the way for our company to be successful. Prior to coming to the company, James never had a passport, but when asked to travel to Europe and Mexico, James received his passport and has visited several suppliers and facilities to help teach the foundational principles to employees and suppliers.
James quickly gained the support of company employees and senior level management employees as well as executive leaders at our suppliers. James’s willingness to learn complex tasks quickly and formulate innovative solutions has been the pinnacle of his success.
We are excited to have James on our team and appreciate all the work he continues to do for us.”
Nominated by Morgan Morris – Client Delivery Manager
When asked what winning this award means to James, he shared:
This nomination means a great deal to me, as I take my job/career very seriously and I am very grateful to Harvey Nash and our client for putting their faith in me by providing this tremendous opportunity for me and my family.
My leaders have provided a great work culture that provides a lot of opportunities for professional growth, to work outside of the box individually and to collaborate with teammates. As a lifelong learner, I appreciate how much I have been able to grow and learn as a professional in my 2+ years working at this client.
Prior to the start of each workday, I remind myself that I am representing one of the best brands in the world and my bosses. That drives me to work hard to be the absolute best version of myself.
My experiences with the team at Harvey Nash have been amazing. The team are consummate professionals. They are very compassionate and always very responsive when I reach out for any and everything. It means a great deal to me to perform at a high level in my role at [client], to represent Harvey Nash well.
Meet VSR Krishna Kanth Chaluvadi
Krishna Kanth was brought in to address recurring performance issues in a client's application. Through detailed analysis and profiling, they identified a critical bottleneck and recommended a solution that improved application performance.
Krishna Kanth stands out as a staffing star due to a blend of specialized skills, deep technical expertise, proven leadership, strong analytical abilities, effective communication, an innovative approach to QA process and a commitment to continuous learning.
His remarkable track record of managing and mentoring QA teams successfully, his thorough understand of QA processes, his dedication to continuous improvement and learning and his belief in effective communication for managing expectations are all attributes that drive improvements in testing efficiency, team performance, and client satisfaction, making him am invaluable asset in any scenario.
Nominated by Tanuja Sharma – Senior Technical Recruiter
When asked what winning this award means to Krishna Kanth, he shared:
This nomination reflects a significant acknowledgment of my performance and contribution, enhancing my professional reputation and credibility. It signifies a validation of my hard work, potentially opening doors to new career opportunities and responsibilities while increasing my visibility within the industry. On a personal level, it offers a sense of achievement and motivation.
My positive experience working with Harvey Nash includes a supportive environment that fosters growth, opportunities for advancement through training and mentorship, and collaboration with skilled professionals on innovative projects. Constructive feedback and formal recognition from Harvey Nash further contribute to my professional development and success.
