Our Team
The team behind every career bounce back.
leadership
Guiding our mission with experience, empathy, and impact.
John A. Challenger
CEO
Nationally-recognized expert on workforce, business and economic issues.
Andy Challenger
SVP, sales
Sales leader and trusted media expert on workplace and employment.
Penny Hawley
SVP, Coaching
Leading Challenger’s coaching practice with over 30 years of dedication to client success.
Maureen Tarantello
SVP, Executive Coaching
Extensive P&L and operations leadership experience to drive results with executives.
Ann Carroll
VP, Finance
Blends public and corporate accounting experience to solve any financial challenge.
Julie Katz
SVP, Operations
Over 20 years of expertise in operations and coaching with Challenger.
featured job coaches
300+ experts carefully matched to guide each individual to the right role.
Ruby S
Job Search Coach
Silvia W
Job Search Coach
Tavo V
Job Search Coach
Vince B
Job Search Coach
Angie K
Job Search Coach
Chrysa M
Job Search Coach
Delaney S
Job Search Coach
Eddie J
Job Search Coach
Larry G
Job Search Coach
outplacement strategists
Your trusted allies in planning and executing successful transitions.
Ann Speed
Regional Manager
Former HR leader and past client bringing firsthand insight to outplacement.
Brian McNeill
Regional Manager
Dedicated to helping jobseekers find meaningful work with 20 years of experience.
Calvin Colbert
Regional Manager
Past client turned leader, guiding people and companies to clarity during change.
Cindi Cervone Carlson
Regional Manager
Partnering globally to navigate change and deliver tailored outplacement solutions.
Darren Veneri
Regional Manager
Seasoned HR executive and professional connector with a passion for helping others.
David Pinette
Regional Manager
Results-driven leader with 20 years of experience aligning business strategy and goals.
Denis Simon
Regional Manager
30-year Challenger veteran dedicated to high-quality service across the South.
Eric Schweitzer
Regional Manager
Guiding companies through transformation with expertise in organizational change.
Gary Punzi
Regional Manager
Passionate about supporting HR and employees through change for over 21 years.
George Hershey
Regional Manager
A nationally-recognized expert on workforce, business and economic issues.
Heather Dolan
Regional Manager
Helping companies care for exiting employees, with networking as her “love language”.
Heather Linz
Regional Manager
Connecting jobseekers to opportunities, serving SW Michigan and Toledo.
James Jackson
Regional Manager
Leading operations in Ft. Worth and West Texas, with 23+ years of expertise.
Jeff Gunter
Regional Manager
30-year Challenger leader and USMC veteran helping people achieve their career goals.
Jess Chan
Regional Manager
Guiding West Coast operations through right-sizing while helping execs land new roles.
John Gable
Regional Manager
Committed to client success and service with energy and public accounting expertise.
John Reyes
Regional Manager
Wall Street professional turned career transition expert, driven by compassion for others.
Karen Seymour
Regional Manager
Dedicated to guiding people through career transitions and building relationships.
Lisa Turesky
Regional Manager
Helping clients shine during outplacement while supporting leadership development.
Pam Taylor
Regional Manager
Leveraging HR expertise to deliver world-class career transition services.
Pete Tzavalas
Regional Manager
An expert in outplacement, coaching, and leadership development.
Rich Spriggle
SVP
Former CHRO with a business-first approach for strong relationships and results.
Rob Barr
Regional Manager
Using firsthand experience with job loss to support companies and individuals through transitions.
Sandi Stevens
Regional Manager
Dedicated HR leader focused on mentoring and growth for companies and individuals.
Sterling Gunn
Regional Director
Trusted global advisor to executives and boards, known for client-first approach.
Tracey Kearney
Regional Manager
Helping companies navigate change with integrity, purpose, and a commitment to excellence.
