Meet the Experts Powering Workforce Success at Talascend
At Talascend, we don’t just fill roles, we build workforce strategies that drive results. As a veteran-owned staffing leader, we’re proud to offer deep industry knowledge, nationwide reach, and a team of account managers who know what it takes to keep your projects moving. Whether you're in Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Defense, Energy, Automotive, Manufacturing, Construction, or IT, our specialized experts understand the nuances of your business and bring a proven track record of placing top-tier talent when and where it matters most.
This month, we are spotlighting the incredible minds behind our client’s success... our Account Management Team. These are the people powering workforces behind the scenes, and ready to support your next hiring need with precision and partnership.
To connect with one of our industry subject matter experts, please get in touch with us today.
Oil & Gas and Nuclear: With two decades at Talascend, Monique Mollere is a force in the energy sector. Based in Houston (the heart of O&G), she’s spent her career navigating the industry’s complexities. Count on her to deliver talent that keeps infrastructure and capital projects moving. From LNG and nuclear to renewables and utility upgrades, Monique brings the experience to meet the demands of the sector.
Energy: For nearly 18 years, Jennifer Zaden has been a cornerstone in supporting the evolving needs of the Energy and EPC sectors. Her understanding of complex project lifecycles (from engineering and procurement to construction and commissioning) makes her a trusted partner in workforce delivery. Whether you need boots on the ground to meet a critical deadline or ongoing support to manage long-term execution, Jennifer knows how to scale teams and adapt to shifting project scopes.
Automotive and Light Industrial Manufacturing: With 13 years at Talascend, Nicole Kazimierczuk is a proven expert in staffing for the Automotive and Light Industrial Manufacturing sectors. Nicole leads our nationwide MSP partnerships, including the one that earned Talascend a 2025 Strategic Supplier Award from AGS. Nicole connects top-tier talent with high-demand roles... fast! Whether you're ramping up production or need an agile partner to support your MSP, we are ready to deliver.
Warehouse and Data Center Construction: A 14-year staffing veteran and 10-year Talascend leader, John Ross oversees nationwide project delivery in the construction, warehouse/data center installations, and material handling space. Need contract professionals for a short-term install or a fully subcontracted project team? John’s your guy. His track record with ramp-ups and sourcing skilled labor across the U.S. keeps projects moving on-time and on-budget.
Defense, Rail, and IT: Cindy Phipps joined Talascend in 2024, bringing 25+ years of workforce solutions expertise to our team. With a background shaped by top industry players in Staffing Delivery, SOW, RPO, MSP, and custom workforce solutions, Cindy delivers sharp insight and strong support to clients in the Automotive, Defense, Rail, and IT sectors. Whether you’re ramping up your team or filling tough technical roles, Cindy’s strategic staffing mind is ready to connect you with top talent.
Veteran-Owned. Industry-Tested. Client-Trusted.
When you choose Talascend, you're not just gaining access to a talent pool, you are partnering with a team that’s deeply embedded in your industry. Our experts bring a hands-on approach, a network of skilled professionals (veteran and civilian alike), and a commitment to doing staffing better than the rest. As a veteran-owned business, we’re especially mindful this Memorial Day of the sacrifices made by those who served. We honor their legacy by continuing to support and elevate veteran talent across the industries we serve.
Whether you’re facing rapid project ramp-ups, complex installations, or workforce challenges that require creative solutions, Talascend is ready to deliver.
About Talascend
Talascend is a Veteran Owned Business that is dedicated to the success of our nation’s civilian and veteran personnel. To date, the Talascend organization has a staff of 60 experienced and tenured recruiting professionals, a contract community of nearly 700 employees working on-site at our partnering accounts, and a candidate community of 1.2M+ engineering, technical and skilled trade professionals.
With 75+ years of staffing success, Talascend has been one of the most reliable and effective providers of strategic staffing solutions for clients serving multiple industry verticals needing top talent in engineering, technical, and skilled trade disciplines. Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, the Talascend companies have worked with some of the world’s largest and best-known organizations on an extensive range of high-profile projects nationwide. If you are looking for a new career, or to grow your workforce, contact us today!