The Morgan Hunter Team

Jerry has been involved in the executive search industry since 1979, with the last 24 years building his own highly successful firm, which has grown to be one of the largest search firms in the state of Kansas. During that time, he has been involved in more than 5,000 search assignments. Prior to his entry into the executive search industry, Jerry had a successful career in sales and sales management. His community involvement has included membership in the Kansas City Area Development Council, Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce, Overland Park Chamber of Commerce, Management Exchange Group, National Association of Personnel Services and Mid America Association of Personnel Services. Jerry has served as a board member of the Kansas City Association of Personnel Services and executive committee member and president of the American Association of Finance and Accounting.

JD’s experiences in both public accounting and private industry brought him to the Morgan Hunter Companies in 1999. As CFO and part of the Management Team, he has been instrumental in the direction and growth of each MH company, separately and collectively. JD has served on numerous boards, and currently serves as president of Financial Executives International – Kansas City Chapter.

Harry Brewer has more than 18 years of accounting/finance recruiting experience. Throughout his career, Harry has specialized in placing individuals from public accounting into private industry, a particular passion he still holds. From chief financial officers to staff level accountants, Harry continues to have a positive impact on the lives of those with whom he works.

Casey Wright joined the Accounting and Finance Division in 2009 as a Senior Recruiting Manager. He was previously the market manager of a national search firm where he led a team of five recruiters. Casey won multiple top producer awards at both the regional and national levels. He brings invaluable market expertise, having worked with clients ranging from small privately held companies to Fortune 100 corporations in diverse industries. Casey has a proven track record of filling a wide array of entry level to top executive roles.

Jeff Olson has been a recruiter in the Accounting/Finance Division since 2004. Jeff holds a degree from the University of Kansas and has recruited for a diverse range of positions from chief financial officer, vice president of finance, plant controller and internal audit manager to accounting manager and staff accountants.

Stephanie earned her degree in psychology from the University of Missouri - Columbia and joined Morgan Hunter in July 2005. She is an executive recruiting consultant and assistant manager in the Administrative Division. Stephanie feels that her position at Morgan Hunter has enabled her to live her passion for assisting others to enhance their lives. Working with employed and unemployed individuals enables her to be a resource for her clients for both direct hire and temporary needs. In working with Stephanie, you will discover her strong work ethic and positive attitude. She has drive and ambition for success and wants to make a difference! Stephanie is also active in the community, including serving in a leadership role on the membership committee for SHRM-KC.

Adele joined the Morgan Hunter Administrative Division in 2009. She graduated from Kansas State University where she studied accounting. Adele has two years of prior staffing experience where her focus was on accounting & finance positions. From direct hire to contract and temporary engagements, Adele has the experience and dedication to make your search successful. Her positive attitude and strong communication skills make her a vital member of the Morgan Hunter team.

Stacey graduated from Kansas State University earning her Bachelors of Science Degree in 2007. She joined the Administrative Division of Morgan Hunter in 2011, after recruiting IT professionals for four years. She has a successful track record of recruiting talent for temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire positions across a variety of industries. She understands the critical nature of thoroughly knowing her client and candidate needs and is committed to constant communication and exemplary customer service.

Emily joined the Morgan Hunter Administrative division in April of 2012 and brings more than seven years of recruitment experience to the team. Screening and vetting talent and finding the right fit for her contacts is her specialty. She is focused on the needs of her candidates and clients and is passionate about ensuring a successful search whether you are interested in temporary, temporary to hire, or direct hire positions. Emily’s strong customer service skills and a commitment to efficient results make her the perfect partner for your recruitment needs. She is committed to customer service, a high level of accessibility, accountability and professionalism.

Carol has been with Morgan Hunter since 1996 and her diverse background allows her to connect with virtually anyone. Known for bringing a fresh perspective to situations, Carol is active in many professional organizations including the Society of Human Resource Management of Johnson County (SHRMJC). Carol holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in rehabilitation counseling.

Julie has been with Morgan Hunter since 1996. For the past decade, Julie has been heavily involved with the Society of Human Resource Management of Johnson County (SHRMJC) and gives much of her time to other community organizations. Julie co-manages the administrative division with Carol Schmidt and focuses on recruiting human resources candidates. Julie holds a Bachelor of Science in economics from the University of Kansas.

Pam has a well-developed network across the Midwest. Pam is the past president of the Society for Human Resource Management of Kansas City (SHRM-KC). She is actively involved with the Olathe Chamber of Commerce, The American Society of Training and Development and The Central Exchange. Pam has been with Morgan Hunter since 2006 and holds a Bachelor of Science in business with an emphasis in human resources.

Eric is the senior recruiter in the Morgan Hunter Information Technology Division, having joined the firm in 1998. Eric has a diverse professional background in business, both in Kansas City and San Diego. From CIOs to staff level IT professionals, Eric works with all levels of candidates to ensure a great match for client and candidate alike.

As a Senior Recruiter for Morgan Hunter, Adam takes great pride in connecting candidates and clients in mutually beneficial situations. Utilizing his skills as a hiring manager and his six years of staffing experience, Adam takes the time to understand the target objectives of both hiring managers and candidates. Adam takes great satisfaction in improving the careers of his candidates, and providing the results companies need.

Joel Weidner has over 20 years of experience in sales and management in the Real Estate, Hospitality and IT industries. For the past 5 years he has worked within the IT staffing industry providing excellent service and a positive experience with both his clients and candidates. Joel earned his degree in Business from Wichita State University.

Brian is the division director of Morgan Hunter Sales, Marketing and Advertising. Brian has more than 13 years of recruiting experience including recruiting nationally and internationally on behalf of Fortune 500 companies, and has won multiple top producer and top sales awards throughout his career. He was previously a practice manager with a national firm where he led a team of 12 recruiters. Brian holds a Bachelor of Science in finance from the University of Central Missouri. Brian is the vice president of the board of directors for Thank You Walt Disney, Inc., a non-profit project to restore Walt Disney’s original animation studio in KC and turn it into an educational center and museum.

Lisa Howell graduated from Missouri State University with a double major in marketing with emphasis in advertising and promotions, and international management, with a minor in Spanish. She has worked in the sales, marketing and advertising industry for more than four years. Lisa’s in-depth knowledge of the Kansas City market allows her to find top talent for her clients.

Dan graduated from Kansas State University earning his Bachelors of Science Degree in 2003. He has built an extensive network in the Sales, Marketing and Advertising community and utilizes this network to connect with candidates and clients to establish mutually beneficial relationships. Dan’s extensive knowledge of the Kansas City employment landscape makes him a valuable asset to both candidates and clients alike.

Tracy Roberson graduated from Emporia State University with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Sociology and minors in both Psychology and Communications. She went on to earn her Master’s degree in Business Administration from Baker University. Tracy has an extensive background in the financial industry and has built a strong sales network during her professional career. This sales network has allowed her to source top-performing candidates while providing a greater understanding of the market and clients' needs. She actively volunteers with New Horizons Ranch, an equine assisted learning facility, serving riders with various physical, cognitive, and emotional disabilities.

Tim’s foundation within the recruiting industry originally began at Morgan Hunter in 1999 and in 2001 he launched his own successful recruiting firm specializing in the placement of advertising and marketing professionals nationwide. In 2012, Tim once again merged his efforts with Morgan Hunter as Division Director for National Advertising and Marketing. Tim works with agencies and clients of all sizes, from boutique firms to global corporations, where he has forged many successful, long-term partnerships. Tim’s extensive experience interfacing with executives, along with a strong understanding of the challenges of finding top talent , gives him a keen understanding of all components of search methodology. Both clients and candidates have expressed great appreciation for his integrity and dedication throughout the search and hiring process. Tim has a Bachelors degree in Entrepreneurship from Wichita State University with minors in Marketing, Management & Economics.