About Us

Since our founding in Minneapolis on September 30, 1982, Hunter Hamilton has partnered with businesses to provide skilled, reliable professionals – pre-screened and thoroughly qualified. Whether you’re looking for temporary help to cover a medical leave or the right person for a direct-hire situation, we will connect you with the experienced talent you need.

We are in business for people. We work for employers and job seekers alike by providing:

  • Recruiting and staffing for employers of all sizes. We use progressive recruiting strategies and advanced technologies to place the very best talent in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire positions. Whether you require immediate placement of talent or simply want to discuss potential needs, we’re here for you.
  • Jobs for talent at every level. We help you prepare for your next job—whether it’s reviewing a resume to offer feedback or connecting you to exclusive jobs at Fortune 500 companies.
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Hunter Hamilton is a member of the Staffmark Group family of brands, part of Recruit Holdings' Global Network. We offer direct placement search, contract, contract to hire, and consultants across a number of fields, including:

  • Accounting
  • Executive
  • Finance
  • Human Resources

  • Legal
  • Operations
  • Procurement
  • Sales

Ready to partner with an award-winning agency?

Whether you’re looking for a job or looking for talent, Hunter Hamilton would be honored to partner with you.

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The Hunter Hamilton Leadership Team

The Staffmark Group Senior Leadership Team serves Hunter Hamilton and the other Staffmark Group brands.

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Eric Manning

SVP, Technical and Professional Services    

As SVP of technical and professional services team, Eric is responsible for ensuring our clients’ competitive success by providing highly skilled talent and talent services within the information technology, engineering, finance, and professional placement specialties across North America.  Throughout his career, Eric has been driven by a genuine passion for helping clients thrive by crafting innovative solutions to meet their specific needs. He joined Staffmark Group in 2020 to lead the Professional Services group, where he has made a significant impact with his experience and strategic vision. 

In his more than two decades in the staffing industry, he has held a diverse range of roles, and his experiences as a recruiter, account executive, branch/regional management, RVP, and Strategic/Global Programs VP has equipped him with invaluable insights into the industry and a unique understanding of what it takes to succeed. 

Eric plays a pivotal role in shaping Staffmark Group's market strategy, ensuring client retention, and overseeing the seamless deployment of cutting-edge solutions to ensure every client achieves their desired outcomes. 

Eric attended Webber International University and earned a bachelor's degree in Business Management. 

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Gabby Winfield

VP, Professional Services    

Gabby Winfield serves as the Vice President of Professional Services at Staffmark Group, where she leads two prominent professional services organizations: Hunter Hamilton and Digital People. With a wealth of expertise, Gabby specializes in crafting, executing, and overseeing innovative recruitment, retention, and candidate engagement solutions for renowned global corporations. Her primary dedication lies in nurturing the talent she supports and forging robust teams capable of meeting their clients' ever-evolving requirements.

Gabby boasts an impressive tenure of over 13 years within Staffmark Group, during which she has assumed diverse roles ranging from Account Manager and Recruiter to Senior Recruiter and Practice Director. Today, she holds the esteemed position of Vice President. Beyond her professional pursuits, Gabby finds joy in quality time spent with her husband, Nick, and their two children, Audrey and Nixon. She also has a penchant for indulging in captivating historical fiction novels and exploring the wonders of travel.

Jonelle Youngdale

Practice Director    

Jonelle Youngdale has been with the organization for 27 years.  Her career has been focused on finding and developing top talent and leading her team of Professional Recruiters in both client relationship development and recruiting.  As Practice Director for Hunter Hamilton Professional Services, she holds herself and her team to the highest standards of service and professionalism, offering strengths in relationship building and networking within talent communities.  Her core belief is that by building a professional network of candidates and a solid base of client contacts, we'll leverage those relationships, and offer solutions and career opportunities.  
Outside of work, Jonelle enjoys spending time outdoors, travel with friends and family, and a great cup of coffee.  

Jason Collier

Director, Sales Professional Services   

Jason Collier brings 15 years of industry experience to his role. He is responsible for developing and executing sales strategies to drive new client acquisition and retain existing clients. Jason oversees the performance of Account Executives, Client Relations Managers, and Full Desk Recruiters, ensuring alignment with company objectives and revenue growth goals. His leadership includes setting sales targets, allocating resources, and guiding the team to meet key performance indicators (KPIs) and business objectives. He plays a pivotal role in expanding the client base through strategic sales plans, market research, and competitive analysis while maintaining strong client relationships and identifying new growth opportunities. Jason also drives business development through proactive outreach, networking, and lead generation. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management and Economics from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.