Chicago (February 20, 2024) – Jobplex, Inc., a DHR Global company, is pleased to announce that Trent Jackson has joined the firm as Partner based in the Chicago office.
With over 15 years of executive search experience, Jackson has conducted hundreds of searches throughout the U.S., Europe, and Asia. His clients range from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies across various industries, including engineering, human resources, life sciences, real estate, private equity, technology, and finance.
“I am thrilled to welcome Trent back to the team,” said Justin Hirsch, CEO, Jobplex. “His early experience helping to design the Jobplex research function, his deep recruiting expertise, and his breadth of industry knowledge make him a great addition to the firm. I am looking forward to the results he will provide to our clients.”
Beginning his search career with DHR and Jobplex, Jackson served as a research associate. Because of his dedication and talent, he was quickly promoted to Jobplex’s first Director of Research, where he contributed significantly to the firm’s growth.
“I’m incredibly excited to be back with Justin and the Jobplex team,” said Jackson. “I am looking forward to playing an instrumental part in the firm’s continued growth.”
In 2014, Jackson co-founded a boutique global executive search firm focused on roles in quantitative high-frequency trading and stock market technologies. The firm was later acquired by a nationwide executive search firm, where he served as Managing Principal, serving clients in the manufacturing, real estate, financial services, and services industries.
Jackson holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois.