Jess Lalka is the COE Leader for Finance & Accounting Professional Search. She is based in Denver, CO.
With over 13 years of leadership and recruiting experience, Jess is a trusted partner to organizations navigating complex hiring needs. She leads a high-performing team focused on connecting top-tier talent with leading companies across the United States, delivering talent solutions that drive business outcomes.
Known for her collaborative leadership style and deep industry expertise, Jess brings a strategic, people-first approach to her work, building meaningful career opportunities for candidates while helping clients solve critical talent challenges.
Prior to her career in professional search, Jess served five years on active duty as a Captain in the United States Army, where she developed strong leadership and operational capabilities. She later led the human resources and recruiting function for a privately held CPA firm, further deepening her expertise in talent acquisition and organizational development.
Jess holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Canisius University in Buffalo, New York.
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