Team

Amy L. Ross is the CEO and Founder of HumanKind HR. She has more than 20 years of experience in the executive recruiting, human resources, and legal fields. Her areas of expertise include executive recruiting, leadership development, and designing cultures based on purpose. Prior to founding HumanKind HR, Amy worked for Fortune 500, public, and private companies across a variety of industries. She also worked at two of the largest international executive search firms in the world. Amy currently sits on the Board of Directors of Project Lead The Way (PLTW) one of the nation’s leading provider of STEM curricula for students and professional development for teachers across the U.S.  Amy received her Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at Potsdam. She enjoys traveling, hiking and golf.

As a Project Coordinator, LaNija provides project management and administrative support to HumanKind HR clients and team members. She also coordinates training and marketing activities for HumanKind HR. LaNija earned a Master of Science in Human Resource Management at Houston Baptist University. At the University of North Texas (UNT), she completed a Bachelor of Business Administration in Organizational Behavior, Human Resources and Marketing with a minor in Psychology. Away from the office, LaNija enjoys traveling and kayaking.

As a Senior Executive Talent Acquisition Coordinator, Avery provides recruiting coordination services to HumanKind HR clients. In addition, she is responsible for training and leads special projects.  She completed a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Certificate in Dispute Resolution from Pepperdine University. Avery enjoys traveling and studied abroad in Italy for a year in college.

As a Sourcer, Michelle creates sourcing strategies and finds passive candidates.  She creates interest among potential prospects and drives talent to HumanKind HR clients.  Michelle earned a Bachelor of Arts in Strategy and Communications from Michigan State University. Away from the office, she works as a yoga instructor and has traveled to six countries.

McKenna Hight is a Talent Acquisition Consultant for HumanKind HR clients. She partners with clients to find top talent in the market and help resolve recruiting challenges. McKenna graduated from Texas Tech University with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies and a Minor in Human Resources Development. Away from the office she enjoys hiking and traveling, and she has visited 19 states and 15 countries.

As a Talent Acquisition Recruiting Coordinator, Amberlee provides recruiting coordination services to HumanKind HR clients. She earned a Master of Business Administration in Human Resources from the University of North Texas and a Bachelor of Music at the University of Mary-Hardin-Baylor. Amberlee is a gifted vocalist and has appeared in three operas.

Sarah Whitfield is an Executive Talent Acquisition Consultant for HumanKind HR clients. She has over 10 years of recruiting experience. Sarah graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Arts in English. When away from the office, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two boys.