Founder & CEO

When you work in the recruitment industry for 15 years, you get to meet a lot of interesting people and that is what I love about it. I have been fortunate to work in two of the biggest cities in the world, London and Los Angeles. I have built multiple teams, recruited in several different markets, trained hundreds of consultants, and made lifelong friendships along the way.

I made the leap across the pond from my home city to the West Coast over 6 years ago where I now live with my wife and two kids.

With raise, my vision is to create a team of talented individuals that value and invest in the relationships they are building. I firmly believe that the human element of recruiting should be at the forefront of the work we do.

You should feel you are working with an experienced, talented, consultative team that you can trust, and more importantly, enjoy working with.

Co-Founder & CRO

Originally hailing from East Texas, I made my way out to Los Angeles shortly after graduating from the University of Kansas - Rock Chalk Jayhawk!

After many years on the road knocking on doors in outside sales, I found my passion in talent consulting for construction and real estate professionals. What I love the most about the construction industry is the deep sense of pride in creating a tangible legacy, the importance of teamwork, and unbounded ingenuity.

Outside of work, I love spending time at the beach with friends, creating recipes with unexpected ingredients, reading literature that inspires new perspectives, hiking to catch an ocean view, hot yoga, and being a cat mom to Honey Bear and Toshi. My greatest joy in life is to illuminate potential, create meaningful connections, and help to change people’s lives for the better.

Co-Founder & COO

Born and raised in Pasadena. Proud alumni of UC Santa Barbara, Go Gauchos!

I’ve specialized in recruitment consulting for the construction and real estate development industries in the Southern California market over the last 6 years. I absolutely love connecting with people by learning about their life stories, values, and dreams. As the COO at raise, I lead our operations, which includes (but is not limited to) improving our processes, data integrity, growing our team, and looking for ways to enhance our client and candidate experience. The journey of this new role has been challenging and so rewarding.

The majority of my free time is spent with my family, which is currently centered around my 7 month old baby girl. We moved to South Orange County earlier this year and have loved the slower pace, cleaner air, and nature all around us.

I believe life is all about creating special moments to celebrate, progress over perfection, and finding joy in the little things.

Consultant

I grew up in sunny Palm Springs and after graduating high school, I left the desert to play Division 1 Beach Volleyball at University of Hawaii – Manoa. After 7 beautiful years in the islands, I made my way back to California. 

Post college, I started off as a behavioral therapist for children with autism and later transitioned my career to become a refinance mortgage loan officer. After a successful career in the mortgage industry, I was exploring the market and found the right fit as a recruiter for construction and development at raise. 

I love traveling and with that comes the opportunity to witness the construction and design of some of the world’s greatest buildings. I love that I can now appreciate those structures even more and understand what it takes to bring them to life through the lens of the bright minds that built them from the ground up. 

As a former college athlete, nothing compares to being a part of a team working towards the same goal. Together everyone truly does achieve more. Having a purpose and making a difference in other's lives is my biggest passion. 

A quote that resonates with me, "If everyone is moving forward, then success can take care of itself."

Excited to see what the future holds for the construction industry!

Senior Consultant

Born and raised in Upstate New York, I grew up playing lacrosse and continued all the way throughout College. After graduating, I fulfilled a longtime goal of moving to the West Coast.

When I moved to California, I landed a role in recruiting and discovered my passion for working within the construction industry. 

Always leading with my number one value of authenticity, I have been able to help candidates across the country take significant steps forward in their careers. It has been an incredibly rewarding feeling to help my clients grow their companies and witness them accomplish impressive construction projects. 

Outside of work, you can find me at the gym or on early morning hikes. I also always make time for trying new restaurants, game nights with friends, and of course, quality time with my amazing chocolate lab (Jake!).

Lead Recruiter

Originally from sunny South Florida, Margaux made the move to Los Angeles three years ago. She earned her degree in Legal Studies with a Minor in Marketing from the University of Central Florida. Her background in competitive dance laid the foundation for her professional career, instilling teamwork, perseverance, and the drive to constantly push beyond her limits. These principles align perfectly with her work in recruitment, where Margaux thrives in connecting talented individuals with the right opportunities—an endeavor that continues to inspire her daily. Outside of work, Margaux enjoys staying active, going to the gym, lounging by the pool, hiking with friends, or discovering all that LA has to offer. An avid coffee lover, she embraces the vibrant energy of city life in LA!