50+ Years of QualITy Placements 

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Bob joined ESP in November 1986 as owner and president, and guided the firm to become one of the largest privately held IT staffing firms in the upper Midwest. Prior to joining ESP, Bob worked for Burroughs Corporation (now Unisys) in a marketing and sales position and also spent six years as president of a firm that developed personnel, human resource and financial applications software. He earned a BA in Marketing and Management from St. Mary’s University.

An achiever at heart, Bob is invested in ESP’s next business evolution. His philosophy is to hire the best people, give them the tools to do their job, help set mutual expectations and then allow them to take ownership of their success. He is past president of the Minnesota Association of Human Resources Consultants, a former director of the National Association of Personnel Services, past president of National Computer Associates, past Board of Directors member for the Southdale YMCA, and past president and a current member of the Edina Rotary Club. He is a past president of MN’s chapter of TechServe Alliance and former National Board Member.

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Aaron joined ESP in March 2020 as Managing Director and became President in January 2021. He’s an exceptional leader with a strong history of leading and growing companies through his ambitious strategies and precise execution. Before joining ESP, Aaron led companies to profitable revenue growth as Director of Operations at Keyot and as Senior Director at Kforce Inc.

With Aaron’s 20 years of Technology Services experience, ESP is poised for the future. We’re on our way to the next stage of growth, strengthening our position as an industry leader in the Twin Cities. We cannot wait to see where Aaron’s guidance and character will lead ESP next.

Devin joined ESP in 2012 and has held various roles in technical recruiting and client services. He joined the leadership team in 2018 and currently serves as Director of Recruiting, overseeing staffing delivery for our clients as well as our executive search and direct hire practice. Devin earned a BA from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and serves on the Board of Directors for the MN chapter of TechServe Alliance, a national staffing industry association.

Volunteer work: TechServe Alliance, Jeremiah Project, FMSC (feed my starving children)

Hobbies: Spending time with his 2 daughters and wife, boating, and anything outdoors with his Golden Retriever, Roy

Degree: Political Science

Shannon joined ESP in 2022 as a Recruiting Manager. Prior to ESP, she built a strong reputation during her tenure at Kforce where she managed specialized recruiting teams while balancing and building her own book of business. Diligent, disciplined and dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships, she motivates and mentors her teams to go above and beyond for candidates and clients alike.

Shannon attended the University of Minnesota with a full athletic scholarship and graduated with a BS in Sport Management. She developed her work ethic, time management skills and passion for teamwork as a member of the U’s D-1 Women’s Gymnastics team.

Hobbies: Living life with my son and introducing him to the world, along with spending time with my pup, Sheeba. Crafting as well.