KJGroup Leadership Staff

KJGroup pools the talents of experts in the field of human resources. Our practice leaders aren't just talking heads; they bring real world experience building and managing HR programs from the ground up.

Kelly Jackson

President and Chief Consultant

As the President and founder of KJGroup, LLC., Kelly successfully leads her team of consultants to provide superior client service. She is well known for reaching out to the community through presentations, publications, and mentoring of others within and outside the firm.

  • Nearly 20 years of human resources related experience.
  • Bachelors in Management from Cleary University
  • Senior Professional Human Resource Certification (SPHR®)
  • Nominated as Michigan’s HR Executive of the Year by the American Society of Employers

Complete Bio for Kelly Jackson

 

Stephan Riley

Senior Trainer/Facilitator

Stephan Riley is a Senior Trainer/Facilitator. Stephan has over twenty years of leadership and corporate training experience. Through his business management experience, Stephan has developed strategic focus and mature business judgment. He is a highly accomplished training and development professional with a results-driven methodology that produces successful team members from diverse backgrounds. 

  • 20+ years of leadership, management and corporate training experience
  • Graduate Student of Toastmasters International
  • Studied with accomplished Executive Coaches and Peak Performance Specialists
Complete Bio for Stephan Riley

 

Tamara Tarrance

HR Consultant/ Employee Relations Specialist

Tamara Tarrance is an experienced HR Consultant and Labor Relations strategist. Her strengths are employment law and organizational development. Tamara brings a thorough understanding of strategic Human Resources management and policy compliance, gained through coaching managers on effective employee relations.

  • 10+ years of human resources experience
  • Masters Degree in Organizational Management from Spring Arbor University
  • Certified Human Resources Specialist
Complete Bio for Tamara Tarrance

Patrice Williams

HR Consultant

Patrice is a strong HR generalist with key skills in employee relations, recruitment, and risk management. She has a passion for researching and finding answers in any of these areas and knows where and how to find it, if she doesn’t already know the answer.

  • Over 4 years of HR experience
  • Masters Degree in Human Resources Management
  • Strong customer service and research skills
Complete Bio for Patrice Williams

 

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