SEARCHLOGIX - Key Persons


Brett M. Stevens - President

Job Titles:
  • PRESIDENT
For over twenty-five years, Brett M. Stevens has enjoyed remarkable success in The Executive Search Business. He founded The SearchLogix Group in 1997. Brett's leadership enabled the team to immediately advance from its early stages to President's Club status. Brett was named a member of MRI's Hall of Fame and earned MRI's highest level of professional certification: Certified Senior Account Manager (CSAM). He also received numerous regional, national, and international awards through meeting the needs of his clients. He continues to achieve record breaking performance and has been nationally recognized for those results with The SearchLogix Group. Brett is a Kennesaw State University graduate. He is a member of the CSCMP, APICS, WERC and IIE. He has been professionally recognized in many trade magazines and newspaper publications and is a notable guest speaker. His numerous successes have included securing and fulfilling major projects for his clients. Prior to working in the Executive Search industry, Brett was a consultant for Philip Crosby and in management operation roles with Yellow Freight Systems. Brett served in the United States Marine Corps. He is a 5-time top finisher in The Marine Corps Marathon and a passionate fund raiser for Shootout for Soldiers. After hours, you can usually find Brett on the local lacrosse fields.

Ellie Whitaker

Job Titles:
  • Talent Acquisition Manager
Ellie Whitaker has been an integral part of The SearchLogix's sourcing team since 2018 and currently serves as a Talent Acquisition Manager. Ellie reviews candidate resumes and conduct interviews to assess candidates' strengths. She is responsible for developing and maintaining a network of candidates through effectively sourcing and on-going relationship management. Her specialties include logistics and supply chain as well as consultants and engineers. Ellie works closely with our internet research team. Ellie Whitaker has been an integral part of SearchLogix's sourcing team since 2018 and currently serves as a Talent Acquisition Manager.

Gina O'Leary

Job Titles:
  • GENERAL MANAGER
Gina O'Leary joined The SearchLogix Group within months of its founding. She has over twenty years of highly successful experience in the executive search and placement industry. Gina serves as both CFO and HR Manager and is responsible for developing and implementing our information technology solutions. Gina's team provides research to our president, account managers, and project managers with regard to our clients, prospective clients, industry trends, and updates significant accomplishments of leaders in the specialties that we work in. Prior to her career with The SearchLogix Group, Gina was a Manager in Human Resources in the public sector for eight years. She is an honors graduate of Bay State College in Boston and has completed advanced studies in business administration. A native of the Boston area, Gina resides in the suburbs of Atlanta. Outside of work, Gina enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends.

John L. Butler - VP

Job Titles:
  • VICE PRESIDENT
  • John Butler, Vice President With the SearchLogix Group, Has over 20 Years of Experience in Recruiting, Human Resources, and Operations Management
  • Vice President With
Prior to joining The SearchLogix Group, John was Senior Executive Partner for the Lucas Group where he managed the technology group. He was also Managing Director at Custom Recruiting Solutions where he managed a team of recruiters focused on technology sales and IT. He has been a Senior Human Resources Executive and has HR management experience in several software companies and with manufacturing companies. He also served his country for 20 years in the United States Army where he held a number of command and operational positions. John graduated with a Masters Degree from Cardinal Stritch College in Milwaukee, WI and has a Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering from Purdue University. He is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources. John Butler, Vice President with The SearchLogix Group, has over 20 years of experience in recruiting, human resources, and operations management.

Natalie Valente

Job Titles:
  • TALENT ACQUISITION MANAGER
Natalie Valente has been with The SearchLogix Group since 2014. She specializes in providing research to our account executives and is also a direct link for candidates who are looking for a new opportunity. Natalie has advanced training in sourcing and screening candidates. Social media is her specialty in sourcing candidates and filling job orders for our sales team. When not at the office, you can find Natalie behind the scenes at her children's many school activities and events. She is also an aspiring gospel singer. Natalie Valente specializes in providing research to our account executives and is also a direct link for candidates who are looking for a new opportunity.