Meet Our Team
Owners
Clint Brookover
Co-Founder & Partner, The Recruiting Specialists, Inc. (TRS)
About Clint
With over 25 years of experience in the recruiting industry, Clint Brookover co-founded The Recruiting Specialists (TRS) in 1999, driven by a passion for helping businesses find skilled blue-collar talent in the manufacturing and clerical sectors. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Oklahoma State University, which laid the foundation for his expertise in business development, sales, and client relations.
As Director of Sales and Recruiting at TRS, Clint has built a reputation for providing personalized service to both clients and candidates. He takes pride in TRS’s thorough screening and matching process, ensuring that every placement is a success for both the employer and the job seeker. His leadership, commitment to excellence, and hands-on approach have contributed to the company’s long-standing success in the Tulsa metropolitan area and beyond.
Outside of work, Clint enjoys playing golf, hunting, fishing, attending his kids’ sporting events, and spending time with family and friends.
As Director of Sales and Recruiting at TRS, Clint has built a reputation for providing personalized service to both clients and candidates. He takes pride in TRS’s thorough screening and matching process, ensuring that every placement is a success for both the employer and the job seeker. His leadership, commitment to excellence, and hands-on approach have contributed to the company’s long-standing success in the Tulsa metropolitan area and beyond.
Outside of work, Clint enjoys playing golf, hunting, fishing, attending his kids’ sporting events, and spending time with family and friends.
Reggie Weatherly
Co-Founder & Partner, The Recruiting Specialists, Inc. (TRS)
About Reggie
I’m Reggie Weatherly, co-founder of The Recruiting Specialists (TRS), a staffing company I proudly established in Tulsa over 25 years ago. With a bachelor’s degree in business management from Oklahoma State University, I have a solid foundation in the principles that drive successful recruitment and staffing.
At TRS, we specialize in staffing for the manufacturing and construction sectors, as well as placing engineers, clerical, and office personnel. Our mission is to bridge the gap between employers and candidates, from entry-level roles to the most skilled tradesmen. We understand that the right fit is crucial for both parties, and our extensive experience allows us to identify candidates who not only possess the necessary skills but also align with our clients’ company cultures.
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my family, serving at my local church, and pursuing my passions for hunting, fishing, and golf. Working with my hands is also a favorite pastime, allowing me to connect with the world around me.
Let’s work together to find the perfect match for your staffing needs!
At TRS, we specialize in staffing for the manufacturing and construction sectors, as well as placing engineers, clerical, and office personnel. Our mission is to bridge the gap between employers and candidates, from entry-level roles to the most skilled tradesmen. We understand that the right fit is crucial for both parties, and our extensive experience allows us to identify candidates who not only possess the necessary skills but also align with our clients’ company cultures.
When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my family, serving at my local church, and pursuing my passions for hunting, fishing, and golf. Working with my hands is also a favorite pastime, allowing me to connect with the world around me.
Let’s work together to find the perfect match for your staffing needs!
Sales Team
Angie Jones
Business Development Specialist
About Angie
With a passion for driving growth and building strategic partnerships, Angie Jones is a seasoned business development professional with over 25 years of experience in Industrial/Manufacturing Staffing. Throughout her career, Angie has successfully identified new market opportunities, crafted innovative strategies, and fostered relationships that lead to sustainable business success.
Angie’s expertise lies in client negotiation. She is known for her ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver results that exceed expectations.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Angie is dedicated to supporting family and friends. She believes in the power of collaboration and is always looking to connect with like-minded individuals and organizations.
When she’s not strategizing for growth, you can find Angie crafting and loving her Children and Grandkids.
Angie’s expertise lies in client negotiation. She is known for her ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver results that exceed expectations.
Beyond her professional pursuits, Angie is dedicated to supporting family and friends. She believes in the power of collaboration and is always looking to connect with like-minded individuals and organizations.
When she’s not strategizing for growth, you can find Angie crafting and loving her Children and Grandkids.
Kristen Hope
Business Development Specialist
About Kristen
With a passion for driving growth and fostering strategic partnerships, Kristen Hope is an accomplished Business Development Specialist. Armed with a robust background in Industrial/ Manufacturing Staffing, she excels at identifying opportunities and crafting tailored solutions that enhance client relationships and expand market reach.
Kristen holds a Bachelor of Science from Northeastern State University in Early Childhood Development and minored in business communication. Over the past 17 years, she has successfully led initiatives that have resulted in revenue growth.
In her role, Kristen is dedicated to understanding client needs and delivering exceptional value, making her a trusted partner in every collaboration. When she’s not strategizing for business growth, you can find her volunteering at The Little Light House and advocating for Inclusion. She has been a member of the Tulsa Area Down Syndrome Association for the past 6 years and enjoys spending time with her Family and Friends.
Kristen holds a Bachelor of Science from Northeastern State University in Early Childhood Development and minored in business communication. Over the past 17 years, she has successfully led initiatives that have resulted in revenue growth.
In her role, Kristen is dedicated to understanding client needs and delivering exceptional value, making her a trusted partner in every collaboration. When she’s not strategizing for business growth, you can find her volunteering at The Little Light House and advocating for Inclusion. She has been a member of the Tulsa Area Down Syndrome Association for the past 6 years and enjoys spending time with her Family and Friends.
Recruiting Team
Sara Tankersley
Talent Acquisition Manager
About Sara
Sara Tankersley began her career in the recruiting and staffing industry over 20 years ago. Along with her dedication and commitment to building long-term relationships, she quickly understands the needs of her clients and candidates. She prides herself on her in-depth interview process which enables her to provide the appropriate candidate to meet the clients’ needs. Bringing extensive knowledge of the industry and years of experience to TRS, she genuinely enjoys working one one-on-one with her clients and candidates, always learning and adapting to the changing needs of the industry.
Jessica Watkins
Talent Acquisition Manager
About Jessica
Jessica started with TRS in 2021 but has been in the staffing industry since 2018. She is a dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist with over 6 years of experience in the recruitment industry. Known for her strategic approach and keen eye for talent, Jessica excels in identifying and attracting top candidates across the manufacturing and industrial sectors. She has a strong background in relationship building, she fosters connections between clients and applicants, ensuring a seamless recruitment process.
Jessica is passionate about understanding the unique needs of both candidates and employers, leveraging her expertise to create tailored hiring opportunities. Her commitment to building strong teams for client success is second to none. Jessica goes above and beyond in all aspects of her job.
In her spare time, Jessica enjoys all things sports, anything related to the Oklahoma Sooners, and spending time with her friends and family.
Jessica is passionate about understanding the unique needs of both candidates and employers, leveraging her expertise to create tailored hiring opportunities. Her commitment to building strong teams for client success is second to none. Jessica goes above and beyond in all aspects of her job.
In her spare time, Jessica enjoys all things sports, anything related to the Oklahoma Sooners, and spending time with her friends and family.
Neli Lopez
Bilingual Talent Acquisition Specialist
About Neli
Neli, has been at TRS, INC. for 3 years and is specialized in connecting top talent with leading manufacturing companies in Tulsa. Neli has a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, Neli’s experience bridges the gap between employers and candidates, ensuring smooth communication and a better fit for both parties.
Her mission is to empower manufacturing companies by providing skilled professionals who not only meet their technical requirements and align with their company culture. Neli takes pride in her personalized approach, working closely with both clients and candidates to foster long-term partnerships.
With years of experience and a substantial network, she is dedicated to driving success in the manufacturing sector.
Neli is a devoted mother and loves to spend time with her Family and Friends in her spare time.
Her mission is to empower manufacturing companies by providing skilled professionals who not only meet their technical requirements and align with their company culture. Neli takes pride in her personalized approach, working closely with both clients and candidates to foster long-term partnerships.
With years of experience and a substantial network, she is dedicated to driving success in the manufacturing sector.
Neli is a devoted mother and loves to spend time with her Family and Friends in her spare time.
Lesley Banuelos
Bilingual Front Office Coordinator
About Lesley
Lesley Banuelos started with TRS in June 2022. Lesley is currently attending TCC to pursue a degree in the medical field to help advance her skill set. She has been a hardworking and dedicated employee going above and beyond for TRS. She takes pride in being the “face” of TRS greeting every person that comes into our office with a smiling face and a positive and uplifting spirit.
Ashley Watkins
Payroll Manager
About Ashley
With four years’ experience in the industry, Ashley Watkins is a dedicated and detail-oriented payroll Specialist, she is a committed payroll manager here at TRS Enterprises. She believes that being reliable and trustworthy brings out the best in you and the company. Her commitment to updated data, paying weekly payroll, preparing financial reports makes the company operations remarkable.
Ashley holds a certification as a computer software specialist from Oklahoma Central Tech. She has also been a certified Medical Assistant since 2012. She has a passion for helping others and helping them reach goals.
When she’s not working, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She has volunteered in her hometown youth sports programs for the past 11 years. She is also very active within her church.
Ashley holds a certification as a computer software specialist from Oklahoma Central Tech. She has also been a certified Medical Assistant since 2012. She has a passion for helping others and helping them reach goals.
When she’s not working, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She has volunteered in her hometown youth sports programs for the past 11 years. She is also very active within her church.
