Our Team

Joe is a customer focused management executive with a passion for building, leading, and growing high performance teams. Joe started his career in software engineering and grew through management ranks within telecommunications and consumer electronics firms. Joe led teams in engineering, program management, and product management, as well as leading cradle to grave businesses. He chose to leave a Vice President position at Motorola in 2008, to create a premiere recruiting and consulting firm. The firm he created, 180, refers to the different approach and better results he was committed to delivering. 180 has grown into the firm he envisioned, servicing technology companies in the US and Europe. Joe received his MBA from Northwestern University Kellogg’s Graduate School of Business, and his Masters in Computer Science from the Illinois Institute of Technology.

George leads the Talent Delivery Team and marketing group for 180 Engineering. Before joining 180 Engineering in 2013, he spent over 6 years in retail sales leadership where he led his team to become one of the top performing stores in the nation. George joined 180 in search of another opportunity that combined his love of technology and working with people. George prides himself on extensively researching the roles he works on in order to match the perfect candidate with the right opportunity, as well as delivering quality talent to his clients. When he is not working, George can usually be found under the hood of a classic car or researching the latest in technology trends. George received his BA in Political Science from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2013.

Kathy has been with 180 Engineering since 2010. She has a BSEE from Marquette University and worked for 13-years as a Software Engineer/Manager at Motorola Cellular prior to joining Joe in the early days of 180. She manages the company’s finances and HR department, processing payments and invoices, and is a central figure in day-to-day operations. Kathy is an avid sports fan, enjoys working in her yard, and spending time with her husband and 2 daughters.

Patrick brings over 5 years of talent acquisition, technical recruiting, and HR experience all from 180 Engineering. Patrick joined 180 in our earlier days, and helped design, implement, and manage organizational wide internal and external recruiting processes, training/development programs, as well as onboarding programs. Patrick has also managed a variety of 180’s largest accounts, priding himself on building consultative relationships while consistently delivering very high quality customer service and technical talent to our customers. Presently, Patrick is a Sr. Recruiting Consultant working with candidates within the medical device and manufacturing industries. His approach is to deliver transparent advisory level services to candidates, to ensure the best candidate experience and career coaching throughout their journey. Patrick has a BS in Psychology from Loyola University, has studied organizational management at Northwestern, and is certified in people analytics from the Human Capital Institute. In his free time, Patrick is a lover of dogs, music, and learning new things.

Tim is a seasoned professional with 46 years of experience across various industries and global leadership roles, excelling in strategic decision-making. His expertise encompasses product development, quality management, regulatory compliance, software management, and global leadership. Notably, he played a crucial role at Medela, LLC, ensuring FDA compliance in SAP implementation and optimizing processes. At NeoCoil, LLC, as Engineering Director, he improved product quality and shortened development cycles for Class II medical devices. His tenure at GE Healthcare saw him launch four successful products, significantly boosting sales, while at Motorola, he held key positions in various sectors, contributing to network management and cellular infrastructure. Tim's dedication to excellence, innovation, and leadership has left a lasting impact on the organizations he's served, establishing him as a respected figure in the field.

Jenny joined the 180 Engineering team in May of 2018. Jenny has a background in HR and seamlessly handles all contractor and internal relationships at 180. Jenny believes that a good start in a new position stems from building relationships during onboarding and ensuring a smooth process from the moment the offer is accepted. She is the go-to person at 180 for generating reports and maintaining the integrity of all company data. Jenny enjoys traveling with her family, crocheting, and attempting to roller skate.

Julie has a long career in the talent solutions space, starting in healthcare, financial & investment space, and since 2011 in engineering and technical arenas with 180. While raising 4 children, she used her entrepreneurial energy and started her own small business as a search consultant for Chicago financial firms, taking on other HR responsibilities along the way. What she does best is "listen to understand" while providing her clients and candidates the feedback they need for the ideal outcome. Her dedication and drive are her best strengths. In her spare time, she loves the deep woods, spending time with her family, archeology and history, movies, and any “off the beaten path” topic.

TJ joined the 180 team in March of 2023. Before joining 180, TJ spent two years working in recruiting and account management in IT and Engineering staffing. In his account management role, TJ realized he had a passion for recruiting and helping candidates find their next career home. TJ prides himself on tackling challenging roles while guiding candidates throughout the difficult hiring process. TJ holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Marketing and Management from Judson University where he was a student athlete. In his free time, you can find TJ playing in men's baseball and basketball leagues. Ask him about his fandom for the Chicago Cubs, Bears, and Bulls!

Adam joined 180 Engineering in November 2023 as a Sr. Recruiting Specialist. He has 8 years of Engineering and Technical recruiting experience with staffing agencies and 1 year of corporate IT recruiting experience for a global organization. Adam has a B.S. in Marketing from Illinois State University (which now feels like a very long time ago!). He is passionate about providing an excellent candidate experience and helping people take their careers to the next level. He strives to exceed the clients’ expectations to ensure that they are confident working with us in the future. In his free time, Adam enjoys cooking, going to the gym, playing Disc Golf, watching movies and spending time with his family dog and cat!

Madison joined the 180 Engineering team in September 2024 as a Business Development Representative, bringing a knack for relationship building and a passion for new challenges along with her! With a BA in Organizational Communication and Conflict Resolution from North Central College, Madison loves blending creativity with strategy to deliver standout client experiences. She’s focused on building strong partnerships, exceeding goals, and ensuring clients are excited to collaborate with 180 Engineering for the long run! When she's not in office, you can find her singing on stage with her band, spending time with family and friends, or enjoying live music!

Bill joined the 180 team in September of 2024. He is an outgoing individual who loves build relationships deeper than the surface level. Bill uses humor and personability to open up to customers and get to know them more. His main goal is to be there for any client and make sure their company is thriving. Bill comes from sales on a retail end and has learned patience and empathy. He graduated Illinois State University with a B.S. in Marketing with a Professional Sales Sequence in May of 2022. When away from the workday, Bill loves being active outdoors. Whether that be traveling, hiking, going through trails, etc. He also is fascinated by videography/photography and hopes to make something of that outside of his sales career in the upcoming future.