ABOUT US
ABOUT US
Your journey is at the center of Excel’s commitment — and everything in our organization has has been put in place very intentionally to ensure we honor the courageousness and contribution of traveling clinicians.
Our team is diverse and includes those who have served our country, who have dedicated their professional life to improving the quality of our healthcare service, and who never shy away from adventure to serve — and we all have one thing in common… improving the journey for clinicians every single step of the way.
Meet Our Team
- and we're very much looking forward to meeting you!
Meet Our Team
- and we're very much looking forward to meeting you!
Gabriel Griess
Excelerator | Founder
About Gabriel
Accomplished Chief Executive; Retired Air Force C-130 Navigator (Disabled Veteran); MBA and MA in Foreign Policy; Married to his twin flame, Kristie; Three Amazing Kids – Preston 13, Mikayla 12, Harrison 9; Founder, “Navigating Leadership” Series.
Why He's excited to Help You Excel:
“I get to be part of the solution. Helping clinicians find their best fit job that allows them to share their passion for healing drives me to be better at what I do everyday.”
Best Clinician Service Trait:
“I love to solve problems and make people smile. I know I’ve given the right amount when folks start pushing back a bit.”
Kevin Sellers
Excelerator | Managing Director
About Kevin
Retired senior military officer (Disabled Veteran); 30 years of innovation results, business operations and leadership; Member of the Choctaw Tribe; Married to his beautiful wife, Angela, along with four children and 1 grandchild.
Why He's excited to Help You Excel:
“I’m looking forward to driving Excel to become the highest customer-service rated medical staffing firm in the industry because I know if we do that, the lives of clinicians and those they serve will be infinitely better."
Best Clinician Service Trait:
“Too many people listen to respond. Instead, listening to understand is where I focus my intention. It has helped me understand the challenges traveling clinicians face and, in turn, it helps me improve the experience of their journey."
BRAD SHARKEY
Excelerator | Director of Recruiting
About Brad
An experienced director in the healthcare staffing world; armed with an MBA and over a decade of experience; a true musician playing the piano, saxophone, drums, and a passion for singing. Married to the love of his life, Francesca, with kids Braden and Emma.
Why He's excited to Help You Excel:
“I’ve always been inspired by clinicians and the work that they do. From almost going down the path of Medical School many years ago, being a part of healthcare staffing gives me a sense of being a part of providing the solution in our complex healthcare world."
Best Clinician Service Trait:
“Many clinicians simply want to connect and feel valued. Over the years, I have helped countless clinicians find special places to them, so that they can do the work that they love. Through powerful discovery sessions, we’re able to find the best ways to work together to ensure an amazing experience."
Lorena “TJ” Tejada
HR/Talent Management
About TJ
Retired Air Force Regional Affairs Strategist (Disabled Veteran); MS and MA in Education; adjunct professor; ESL instructor; distance hiker, writer and potter; proud mother to a brilliant senior regional analyst
Why She's excited to Help You Excel:
“Health workers have been on the front lines of a global pandemic at significant personal risk. They deserve our staunch support. For me, the tables have turned. Now I get to say, “thank you for your service!"”
Best Clinician Service Trait:
“Developing lasting relationships is my specialty, before and after military retirement. That involves trust, discovery, and empowerment. Travel clinicians should be in charge of where they take their next assignment...full stop. It’s my job to get them there.”
Tatiana Weems
Associate Director of Recruiting
About Tatiana
Strong customer service, tech, and supervisory background; loves talking and working with people; loud, happy, and wants to find you the perfect assignment! Avid reader, competitive in very non-competitive things, and enjoys hanging out with family and friends, watching movies, and playing games. Has a brother, twin sister, and lovely parents.
Why She's excited to Help You Excel:
“I’m excited to show clinicians that this job can be done ethically, respectfully, and that we are here to guide and work with you, not to talk you into anything or low-ball you.”
Best Clinician Service Trait:
“I am REAL! The Tatiana you get on the phone and through email is the same Tatiana my friends and family get. I’m not a salesperson. I’ll work with you to locate a great assignment where you’ll feel happy and fulfilled.”
LAUREN HANGARTNER
Excelerator
About Lauren
Graduated from UW-Milwaukee, Wisconsin with a Bachelor's in Social Work. I bring 4 years of experience working as a case manager for children with special needs and 2+ years as a healthcare recruiter.
Why She's excited to Help You Excel:
"I'm excited to keep growing and helping others find their passion in healthcare. Looking forward to personal and professional growth through building relationships!"
Best Clinician Service Trait:
"Transparency, communication and advocacy are most important to me. They are the 3 key items to building a strong and trustworthy relationship between clinician and recruiter!"
Jose Hernandez
IT Solutions/Excelerator
About Jose
Action-oriented Talent Acquisition, IT, and Healthcare recruiting professional; champions the next steps in clinicians’ careers; enjoys quality time with family and pets; loves walks and bike riding in nature.
Why He's excited to Help You Excel:
“I’m excited to show clinicians our WECARE values. I love giving back; helping others find their way fills my soul.”
Best Clinician Service Trait:
“I genuinely strive to make connections and lasting impressions that mirror the “we’ve been friends forever” service. I treat everyone with the same respect.”
Shaquera Myers
HR Associate/Excelerator
About Shaquera
Graduated from Liberty University in Virginia; I bring 5+ years of experience as Director, HR & Administration; active in my church kids & hospitality ministry; enjoy quality time with family & friends; love to travel; coffee lover!
Why She's excited to Help You Excel:
“I'm in the "trust" business, so building lasting relationships with clinicians is my top priority. I want to learn all about them, so I can help them grow professionally and personally.”
Best Clinician Service Trait:
“I’m a very passionate, “real”, and honest recruiter. I aim to never blindside you! I’ll share all the details so you can make informed decisions and be the happiest during your entire assignment.”
Leigh Tracy
Excelerator
About Leigh
Leigh, with almost 30 years as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant, transitioned to healthcare recruitment in 2020. Passionate about the outdoors, she loves hiking and water activities. A musician at heart, Leigh enjoys playing the ukulele and piano.
Why She's excited to Help You Excel:
"Service is intrinsic to my being. From volunteering since I was a child to being a medical guardian for Stars and Stripes Honor Flight, I've dedicated decades to helping others achieve their goals as an OT. All that experience fuels my ongoing commitment to making a positive impact at Excel Medical Staffing."
Best Clinician Service Trait:
"Drawing upon my extensive healthcare background, I find fulfillment in supporting clinicians in the field. Having worked across diverse settings, I can empathize with our field staff. Building meaningful relationships is a personal joy, and I cherish the opportunity to connect and foster collaboration in the healthcare community."