General Manager

Michele is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater with a major in Human Resource Management. She has been recruiting individuals for all levels of manufacturing since graduating from college. Prior to joining the Management Recruiters of Janesville team, she was the Human Resources Manager at a corrugated sheet plant. Michele’s responsibilities included all aspects of HR including Recruiting, Employee Relations, Training and Safety. Michele was mentored by Carroll Smith, previous owner of MR Janesville, for ten years prior to purchasing the business from him.

When Michele joined MR of Janesville it was natural for her to choose a desk specialty in the Paper Industry plus she also specializes in the Flooring Industry. Michele recruits for all types of professionals including: Engineers, Human Resource Managers, Production Managers, Controllers, Sales and other managerial and professional staffing needs.

Michele is also very active in her church, 4-H, and local Sport and FFA booster groups. She and her husband, Charlie, have two boys whom participate on soccer teams, the wrestle team and show their animals at the county fair.

VP Executive Search

In 2001 Chad was recruited to join Management Recruiters of Janesville after a successful career driving HR strategies for multiple divisions of Newell Rubbermaid. Upon joining MRI he led a technology transformation implementing advanced level search methodologies, utilization of online resources, and the incorporation of Social Media outlets to better reach passive candidates. He is a tenacious leader in Executive Search with an extensive network of top level connections across all segments of the Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, and Consumer Products industries. Areas of particular expertise include R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Sterilization, and Engineering. He is a proud graduate of the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater and has held numerous Board of Director seats both professionally and philanthropically.

“As an executive search partner I take great pride in collaborating with organizations to secure their next generation of talent at both the leadership and tactical level. I drive for results and never quit until the right person is hired for the role. Put me to work on your most critical searches and I guarantee you’ll be happy with the results.” ~ Chad Allen, VP Executive Search