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Introducing Our Consultants
Pam Schwartz, EES Founder
Lori Burke, MA, SHPR, SHRM-CP
Pam Schwartz, EES Founder
Principal HR Consultant and Career Development Coach with over 25 years of HR leadership experience.
Pam has served in various industries, including the public sector as City of Naples' Assistant HR Director, retail as HR Director for Wynn's Properties, Sunshine Ace Hardware, Wynn's Market and Wynn's Catering, and healthcare for Battle Cr
Principal HR Consultant and Career Development Coach with over 25 years of HR leadership experience.
Pam has served in various industries, including the public sector as City of Naples' Assistant HR Director, retail as HR Director for Wynn's Properties, Sunshine Ace Hardware, Wynn's Market and Wynn's Catering, and healthcare for Battle Creek Health System, the IHM Sisters, the Adrian Dominican Sisters, CentraCare, and as HR Director for Calhoun County's mental health authority - Summit Pointe.
Although she led organizations in all aspects of human resources, her true passion was in relationship-building and talent acquisition.
In 2017, she established Engage Employment Solutions, LLC where she successfully assists individuals in need of career development and also assists smaller businesses that cannot afford their own HR department or high-cost specialty consultants.
Pam's philosophy has always been that work is life and life is work, which is why she continues to be dedicated to helping others achieve their success.
Pam lives in Marshall, Michigan, working locally and virtually nation-wide.
Pam can be reached, followed on social media, or connected through any of the following:
Email: Pam@ees.solutions
Phone: 269-924-9572
James M. Schwartz, CPTED
Lori Burke, MA, SHPR, SHRM-CP
Pam Schwartz, EES Founder
Safety & Security Consultant
Jim served in law enforcement for over 30 years and in the fire service for 5 years. He served Collier County Sheriff Office as their Crime Scene Lieutenant and retired as City of Marshall's Public Safety Director - overseeing both police and fire operations. Jim also served on the City of Marshall's Council an
Safety & Security Consultant
Jim served in law enforcement for over 30 years and in the fire service for 5 years. He served Collier County Sheriff Office as their Crime Scene Lieutenant and retired as City of Marshall's Public Safety Director - overseeing both police and fire operations. Jim also served on the City of Marshall's Council and as their elected mayor.
After retiring from the public sector, Jim served 5+ years as the Corporate Safety & Security Manager for large well-known manufacturer working with HR, EHS and facility managers nationally and internationally to keep their sites secure and their employees safe.
Jim's provides organizations with Site Security Assessments, assistance with Workplace Violence Threats and provides Safety and Security Training.
To learn more about Jim's safety & security services, visit his LinkedIn profile at linkedin.com/in/james-schwartz-08a15834 Contact Jim at Jim.Schwartz@ees.solutions , text or call him at 269-986-5813 or office phone at 269-924-9572.
Lori Burke, MA, SHPR, SHRM-CP
Lori Burke, MA, SHPR, SHRM-CP
Lori Burke, MA, SHPR, SHRM-CP
HR Consultant & Career Development Coach
A trailblazer with more than 30 years of HR leadership experience. She has held senior leadership roles in various industries, including government, technology, health care, production home building and retail.
Lori believes in a consultative approach to working with her clients and always serves wi
HR Consultant & Career Development Coach
A trailblazer with more than 30 years of HR leadership experience. She has held senior leadership roles in various industries, including government, technology, health care, production home building and retail.
Lori believes in a consultative approach to working with her clients and always serves with their best interest in mind. She is passionate about helping others discover and become their best in their professional life.
Lori holds a master’s degree in Business Administration, and is dual certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). She is a member of the Society for Human Resources Management and is active in her local chapter. She believes in giving back through knowledge sharing and has been a featured speaker at various human resources seminars and business events.
Lori lives Bonita Springs, Florida, working locally and virtually nation-wide. She can be reached , followed on social media or connected through any of the following:
Email: Lori@ees.solutions
Phone: 239.290.5678
Jamie Schook, MBA
Robert B. Hurd, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF
Lori Burke, MA, SHPR, SHRM-CP
HR Consultant & Career Development Coach
A results-driven HR/business consultant who has been driving organizational success in the healthcare industry for more than 25 years. She has served in leadership roles, such as HR Director and Director of Operations.
She is a passionate trainer with a wealth of financial, operational, and human res
HR Consultant & Career Development Coach
A results-driven HR/business consultant who has been driving organizational success in the healthcare industry for more than 25 years. She has served in leadership roles, such as HR Director and Director of Operations.
She is a passionate trainer with a wealth of financial, operational, and human resources expertise, which makes her a valuable asset for growing organizations.
Jamie's exceptional grant writing and management skills are particularly useful for organizations that have yet to explore such funding options. Her operational strategies are designed to boost productivity, profitability, and customer satisfaction. Jamie is also a clear communicator who makes training sessions fun and effective.
Jamie works within Western Michigan University's HR team and also works with EES clients during evening and weekend hours.
She lives in Battle Creek, Michigan, she's available to work locally and virtually nation-wide. She can be reached , followed on social media or connected through any of the following:
Email: Jamie@ees.solutions
Phone: 269-924-9352
Robert B. Hurd, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF
Robert B. Hurd, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF
Robert B. Hurd, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF
Registered Investment Advisor
Professional Qualifications
- Associates Degree: Kellogg Community College
- American College: Chartered Financial Consultant designation
- American College: Chartered Life Underwriter
- Life Underwriter Training Council and the National Association of Life Underwriters, LUTCF designation
- American Management Training Counc
Registered Investment Advisor
Professional Qualifications
- Associates Degree: Kellogg Community College
- American College: Chartered Financial Consultant designation
- American College: Chartered Life Underwriter
- Life Underwriter Training Council and the National Association of Life Underwriters, LUTCF designation
- American Management Training Council Graduate
- *MDRT: Million Dollar Round Table and Court of the Table
Community Involvement
- Exchange Club of Marshall, Former President and Former State President
- Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassador
- CCEPC: Calhoun County Estate Planners Council, Former President and Former Secretary
- Formerly a member of BNI: Business Network International, Treasurer
- Oaklawn Hospital Benefit Auction Volunteer
- National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors
- Society of Financial Service Professionals, Southwestern Michigan Chapter
- MMA: Marshall Manufacturing Association
We encourage you to contact Rob for any of your financial and retirement planning at
or call him at 269-781-7199
Jenna Hurd-Begg
Robert B. Hurd, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF
Robert B. Hurd, CLU, ChFC, LUTCF
Registered Financial Advisor
* 12 years in the financial industry with Vantage Pointe Financial Group
* Registered Investment Advisor Representative
* Associate in General Studies & Arts, Kellogg Community College
* B.A. from Olivet College
* Married & residing in Marshall
We encourage you to contact Jenna for any of your finanical and retireme
Registered Financial Advisor
* 12 years in the financial industry with Vantage Pointe Financial Group
* Registered Investment Advisor Representative
* Associate in General Studies & Arts, Kellogg Community College
* B.A. from Olivet College
* Married & residing in Marshall
We encourage you to contact Jenna for any of your finanical and retirement planning at
or call her at 269-781-7199
Leslie Hurd
Leslie Hurd
Leslie Hurd
Vice President of Operations
Vantage Point Benefits Solutions
Engage Employment Solutions partners with Vantage Point Benefits Solutions to provide our Michigan clients assistance and options with their employee benefits.
Leslie is well-known in the greater Marshall for providing much needed employee benefit solutions.
After obtaining her B
Vice President of Operations
Vantage Point Benefits Solutions
Engage Employment Solutions partners with Vantage Point Benefits Solutions to provide our Michigan clients assistance and options with their employee benefits.
Leslie is well-known in the greater Marshall for providing much needed employee benefit solutions.
After obtaining her Bachelors degree in Business with a concentration in Insurance, she has been busy helping employers with their health, dental, life & supplemental plans for the past 15 years.
We encourage you to contact Leslie for any of your employee benefit needs at
lhurd@vantagepointbenefits.com
or call her at 269-781-7199
Sue Cugno
Leslie Hurd
Leslie Hurd
Vice President, Unit Manager
Lockton Companies
Sue has developed creative strategies within human resources and employee benefits for over 30 years.
Experienced in both the public and private sectors, she consults with organizations to develop creative and cost-effective employee benefit strategies with Lockton.
As the world's largest privat
Vice President, Unit Manager
Lockton Companies
Sue has developed creative strategies within human resources and employee benefits for over 30 years.
Experienced in both the public and private sectors, she consults with organizations to develop creative and cost-effective employee benefit strategies with Lockton.
As the world's largest privately owned, independent insurance broker, Lockton is able to provide unparalleled resources and teams to deploy all of the firm's services and expertise for your benefit. Your organization will benefit from our nationally recognized leaders in their respective fields, including Actuaries, Compliance Attorneys, Health Reform Experts, Health Risk Solutions, Clinical Claims Consulting and Communications Specialists. www.lockton.com
To learn more about Lockton's capabilities and Sue's expertise, please reach out to her at scugno@lockton.com.
About Engage Employment Solutions, LLC
Business Success Stories:
- Successful recruitment projects for sourcing and hiring HR Managers for retail businesses in Florida and Colorado, and in the public sector for Greater Naples Fire Rescue District in Collier County Florida
- Successful recruitment projects for sourcing and hiring HR Managers for retail businesses in Florida and Colorado, and in the public sector for Greater Naples Fire Rescue District in Collier County Florida
- Successful recruitment project in sourcing and hiring new Fire Chief for Greater Naples Fire Rescue District in Collier County, Florida
- Successful recruitment projects for City of Plainwell for their new Deputy City Clerk and for Public Safety positions.
- Ranking #3 in Zip Job's Top 10 Resume Writers
- Assisting job seekers in starting new jobs in Marketing, Engineering, Technology, Development/Fund-raising, Nursing, and so many other fields
- Partnering with Rocky Mountain ACE stores in providing a virtual recruitment training for their ACE Hardware retailers in Colorado, Wyoming and New Mexico
- Successful recruitment projects for new Store Managers and other retail positions for ACE Hardware stores in Illinois, Colorado and Florida
- Partnering with Vantage Pointe Benefit Solutions in assisting their clients with HR Needs, such as HR audits, Employee Handbooks and Recruitment
- Providing outsourced Fractional HR Support Services for Genemakers LLC and other clients
Our Purpose, Goals and Guidance:
Mission:
At Engage Employment Solutions, LLC, we believe that work and life are interdependent, as work is life and life is work. By aligning and engaging collaboratively with purpose and direction, we can generate a positive impact on various employment aspects, including talent acquisition, career development, employee productivity, w
Mission:
At Engage Employment Solutions, LLC, we believe that work and life are interdependent, as work is life and life is work. By aligning and engaging collaboratively with purpose and direction, we can generate a positive impact on various employment aspects, including talent acquisition, career development, employee productivity, workplace culture, employee wellness, safety and security.
Vision:
Our objective is to offer affordable Career, HR, and Security solutions that are results-driven for small to mid-sized business owners. Additionally, we strive to provide guidance and resources to individuals seeking effective career advancement strategies. Both business and individual career objectives are equally important to us, as we aim to help our clients achieve their personal and professional goals.
The Secret Success Sauce? The set of values which are incorporated in each of our client's projects:
The Secret Success Sauce? The set of values which are incorporated in each of our client's projects:
- Relationship Building - A win for a client is also a win for us! We intend to build a relationship that lasts long after the successful project.
- Life Long Learning - Keeping updated on technology, HR, Safety & Security compliance and industry best practices
- Communication - Providing effective communication which is the cornerstone of a suc
- Relationship Building - A win for a client is also a win for us! We intend to build a relationship that lasts long after the successful project.
- Life Long Learning - Keeping updated on technology, HR, Safety & Security compliance and industry best practices
- Communication - Providing effective communication which is the cornerstone of a successful partnership. It goes beyond simple exchanges of information—it builds trust, aligns expectations, and ensures the work remains on target.
- Determination - Finding the right solution for both employers, employees and job seekers, resulting in desired long - term outcomes
- Gratitude - We're grateful for our clients, for our success and for our many experiences that provide our strong foundation