E2E: From Entry Level to Executive

After facing rejection after rejection early on in her career, Celeste Randall is now a VP at one of the largest staffing firms in the country. Celeste shares how she built her career from the ground up, found her voice as a leader, and pushed through imposter syndrome at every level. From traveling 330 days a year early in her career to speaking on major stages and organizing a TEDx event, her story is a masterclass in resilience and ambition.The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast.

What does it really take to start your own staffing firm? In this Women’s History Month episode, Sheena Raunikar-Bair, founder and CEO of Integrity Staffing Group, shares how she built her company from the ground up after years in the staffing industry. What started with a conversation with her dad turned into the decision to bet on herself and launch her own business.Sheena talks about the realities of entrepreneurship, building a company while raising a young son, and the mentors and community that helped shape her journey. From the power of the THRIVE community to the importance of lifting other women into leadership, she shares lessons for anyone thinking about starting their own business in staffing.The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast.

With more than 25 years in staffing and workforce solutions, Geno Cutolo has built a career leading through growth, downturns, and large-scale transformation. As President of Adecco North America, he oversees one of the largest staffing organizations in the country and has helped drive some of its strongest recent performance while expanding operations and strengthening culture.In this episode of the E2E Podcast, Geno shares the leadership lessons that shaped him, how to stay steady when markets are uncertain, what separates reactive companies from prepared ones, and how AI should elevate human work rather than replace it.The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast.

With the Staffing Law and Compliance Conference right around the corner, ASA’s legal team takes over the E2E Podcast for a special episode diving into the laws and regulations that are going to be most impactful to the staffing industry in 2026. VP of Government Relations Toby Malara and General Counsel Brittany Sakata break down what the upcoming year is going to look like and how your business can prepare for what’s coming your way.The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast.

Dexian Chief Marketing Officer Kip Havel joins the E2E Podcast to take us through his leadership journey and the marketing lessons he’s learned along the way. From his early career in PR to leading major staffing brands, Kip shares what it takes to build trust, drive growth, and guide organizations through change. He also gives an inside look at the massive rebrand that brought DISYS and Signature Consultants together under the Dexian name, one of the largest IT staffing firms in the industry today. How do you approach a transformation of that scale? What does strong brand leadership look like in a shifting market? Kip breaks it all down in this episode of the E2E Podcast.The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast.

Search Pros co-founder and CEO Myla Ramos joins the E2E Podcast to share what it really takes to lead through economic uncertainty in the staffing industry. With decades of experience and a people-first approach, Myla walks us through how leaders can stay grounded, intentional, and human when everything feels unpredictable. From navigating constant change and emerging technology like AI to building trust, clarity, and resilience within teams, Myla offers candid insights on mindset, communication, and why enjoying the journey matters just as much as hitting the goal. What does strong leadership look like when you don’t have all the answers? Myla breaks it down in this episode of the E2E Podcast.The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast.

2025 ASA Women in Leadership Scholarship recipient Simone Dorie joins the E2E podcast to take us through her career from boat captain to cannabis farm recruiter to now a mining account manager at TPD. Simone shares how her highest performing year of her career took place while working remotely out of her van as she lived life on the road. What are the pros and cons that come with remote work versus in person and hybrid work? What does the future of remote work look like? Simone takes us through it in this episode of the E2E Podcast. The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast.

As we approach the new year, Joanie Bily, the CEO of Dress for Success Worldwide, joins the E2E Podcast to break down the steps you can take to set and achieve your goals. Whether it’s in your career or your personal life, Joanie provides key insight on how anybody can turn their dreams into reality. The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast.

Elwood Staffing CEO John Elwood and ASA Women in Leadership Scholarship winner Danielle Garcia share a dual perspective look at how intentional leadership, culture, and empowerment fuel transformational growth. They share the remarkable story of Danielle’s ascent within Elwood: from walking into an office with no staffing experience to launching one of Las Vegas’s fastest-growing branches through innovation, creativity, and a service-oriented mindset. Together, they break down how leaders can spot potential, build confidence, develop talent from within, and create opportunities that change the trajectory of entire careers. Their conversation highlights the power of intentional mentorship, and a culture that celebrates employees who never stop learning.The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast.

In this forward-looking conversation, Yupro Placement CEO Michelle Sims breaks down the realities of AI’s impact on early-career talent, from shrinking requisitions to the rise of automation-first hiring. She discusses why skills-based evaluations, modern apprenticeships, and barrier-free recruiting will define the next decade of work. Michelle offers a practical yet inspiring roadmap for building talent pipelines that thrive in an AI-accelerated world.The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast.

Angie Bastian, co-founder of Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, shares her remarkable journey from nurse and mom to entrepreneurial powerhouse, building one of America’s fastest-growing snack brands from her garage. In this candid conversation, she reveals how grit, empathy, and people-first leadership fueled her company’s rise from local fairs to a national acquisition. Through lessons on courage, inclusion, and authenticity, Angie offers a refreshing take on what it means to lead with heart, build community in the workplace, and stay grounded through growth and change.The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast.

Four dynamic leaders—Janette Marx, Stacey Lane, Kara Rogan, and Andrea Brenholz—share their journeys transitioning from chief operating officer to chief executive officer at their respective staffing firms. Moderated through the lens of resilience and authentic leadership, this episode explores the personal and professional challenges these leaders faced, from navigating male-dominated spaces to confronting imposter syndrome and redefining leadership on their own terms. The discussion offers candid insight into this pivotal career shift and reveals actionable strategies to lead with vision, balance, and confidence.The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association and our website at americanstaffing.net/e2e-podcast.

Yale Law School graduate Ranjini Poddar left behind her legal career on Wall Street to launch a boutique IT staffing firm with her husband. Fast forward a few years, and her company, Artech, is now on track to become a billion-dollar global staffing, workforce, and IT solutions firm. In this episode, Ranjini breaks down how they landed their first contracts when competing against larger established organizations as well as the growth mindset that skyrocketed her business.The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career growth and industry insights. Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis.Stay up to date on all things E2E and ASA on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-staffing-association

The E2E Podcast, brought to you by the American Staffing Association, is the premier source for career and business growth . Each episode will feature in-depth interviews with executives, leaders, and trailblazers who have made an impact in the professional world. These guests will share their personal career stories, the decisions that shaped their path, and their perspectives on the current challenges and opportunities they face on a daily basis. Tune in for new episodes on the first and third Tuesday of the month.