Boaz Partners, was founded in March of 2015 out of a desire to change the Executive Recruiting industry. The name Boaz Partners, comes from the Old Testament book of Ruth, where Boaz was known for his swiftness, integrity and transparency; our founder, Wes Washington.
Weslee Washington
MANAGING DIRECTOR
Weslee Washington — Managing Director
Wes Washington is the Founder and Managing Director of Boaz Partners. He spent 6 years learning the recruiting business in a firm owned by his late father, Russ Mountain. The recruiting industry aligns well with Wes’s goal of helping others reach their personal and professional goals. Having a passion for leadership and leading others, Wes focuses on the leadership level of organizations to fulfill his desire to positively impact organizations.
Wes spent 8 years learning how to serve, educate, and promote businesses in the Property and Casualty Insurance industry. The insurance business provided a vast exposure to different industries. The experience translated well to the recruiting business by providing an understanding of the many forms of manufacturing.
Wes is a proud graduate of Auburn University where he studied Economics in one of the most accomplished economics departments in the U.S. He spent several years in Tennessee where he met his wife before returning to Georgia. He and his wife, Tricia, are proud parents of 3 sons and a daughter who follow their father’s passion for the outdoors.
470.823.3095 (call/text)
Michele Baxley
ASSOCIATE PARTNER
PRACTICE LEADER – ANIMAL HEALTH RECRUITERS
Michele Baxley — Director of Recruiting
Michele is the VP of Recruiting and team lead for life sciences recruiters at Boaz Partners, joining the team in 2015. Her passion for customer service and relationship building has uniquely positioned her as a partner to her clients and aided in her ability to make a cultural match with incoming talent for her client organizations.
She spent over 30 years in manufacturing operational leadership roles within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, specialty chemicals and animal health industries.
Michele holds a BS in Chemical Engineering from Auburn University as well as an MBA in Global Management.
678.701.9632 (call/text)
Jeff Bennett
ASSOCIATE PARTNER
PRACTICE LEADER- SPECIALTY CHEMICAL RECRUITERS
Jeff Bennett — Senior Search Executive
Jeff is a Sr. Search Executive within the Florida office and a member of Boaz Partners Specialty Chemicals practice. Jeff’s expertise is recruiting leadership talent across multiple sectors in the chemicals and process industries such as fragrances, flavors, cosmetic, personal care, and plastics.
Over his 20 year career as an executive search and talent consultant, Jeff has conducted Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operating Officer, Chief Commercial Officer, and Senior Leadership Projects. Jeff’s clients include portfolio companies of leveraged buyout and venture capital firms, middle market manufacturing organizations and small tolling/custom manufacturing organizations.
When he’s not helping his clients, Jeff enjoys spending time with his wife Rachel and 3 kids (Allie, Troy, and Declan) coaching youth league baseball, and grilling out by the pool.
470.419.4164 (call/text)
John Kehoe
ASSOCIATE PARTNER
PRACTICE LEADER- SPECIALTY CHEMICALS AND ADVANCED MATERIALS
John Kehoe — Senior Search Executive: Specialty Chemicals and Advanced Materials
John is a Sr. Search Executive within Boaz’ Specialty Chemicals Practice where his focus is on “Hard to Fill” roles within the Specialty Chemical Distribution and Engineered and Advanced Materials.
He joined the team in 2016 with over 20 years of sales and business development experience and has worked with companies in a myriad of different industries. John also served in The US Army Infantry as a commissioned and Non-commissioned officer and is committed to delivering superior quality by aligning candidates and clients in acumen and culture.
John lives in Atlanta with his wife where they enjoy trying new restaurants, concerts and traveling abroad.
470.207.0067 (call/text)
Lindsay Brightwell
ASSOCIATE PARTNER
DIRECTOR OF RESEARCH
Lindsay Brightwell— Director of Research
Lindsay is the Director overseeing the Research Team at Boaz Partners. Joining the team in early 2015. Lindsay’s dedication to serving her fellow team members and clients alike have allowed her to excel in role.
Lindsay has spent the entirety of her career as a specialty chemicals recruiter, providing an in-depth industry expertise of matching client requirements to candidate skill sets.
Lindsay Graduated from the University of Georgia where she holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Biology. She enjoys being creative in both her personal and professional life.
470.823.3096 (call/text)
Sylvia Moreira
SR. SEARCH EXECUTIVE, SPECIALTY CHEMICALS RECRUITER
Sylvia Moreira - SPECIALTY CHEMICALS RECRUITER
Sylvia joined the team in 2020.
She spent 15 years with the consumer products industry and worked at corporate organizations and agencies supporting new product development with consumer insights prior to starting her recruiting career 5 years ago. She is experienced with recruiting talent in sales, marketing, e-commerce, finance, operations and engineering roles.
She enjoys conversations where she can match career paths with our clients’ talent needs. She also likes to gather with friends and family around a dinner table.
Sylvia has a BS in Biology, a Masters in Applied English Linguistics as well as an MBA.
470.344.0542 (call/text)
Ricky Foster
SENIOR SEARCH CONSULTANT – SPECIALTY CHEMICALS
Ricky Foster —Sr. Search Consultant and Business Development Manager
Ricky joined the Specialty Chemicals team as a Sr. Search Consultant and Business Development Manager in December 2020. Ricky brings 30+ years’ experience in positions of increasing responsibility with Eastman Kodak and Campbell Soup Company in various Sales Leadership, Marketing, Sales Planning, and Supply Chain & Logistics roles. He has been in the recruiting industry for 5+ years. He is a 2022 Boaz Brass Presidents Club award winner.
Ricky is a Wright State University graduate with a BA in Political Science.
470.705.0128(call/text)
Michael Sanders
SEARCH EXECUTIVE- ADVANCED MATERIALS
Michael Sanders — Search Executive
Michael joined the Chemical team in 2021 as a Search Associate. Prior to recruiting, he was a professional actor in Atlanta on film, tv and stage. He was drawn to recruiting for the same reasons as he was to acting, a desire and passion for making connections with people. This new role will allow him to expand on that skillset and guide others to opportunities that help them reach their personal and professional goals.
Michael holds a Bachelor’s in Fine Arts from Auburn University and in his free time is often found rock climbing outdoors.
470.407.5308 (call/text)
Josh Fowee
RECRUITING ASSOCIATE- ADVANCED MATERIALS
Josh Fowee —Recruiting Associate
Josh joined the team in 2024 as a Recruiting Associate. With previous experience as a Technical Recruiter and an in-house recruiting role at a local chemical manufacturer, Josh brings a mix of recruiting experience and industry knowledge to the team. Helping others find their ideal workplace is his focus, what drives him to succeed, and provides him with that professional fulfillment we’re all searching to find.
Josh holds an MBA with a Human Resources Management focus from Saint Leo University, his bachelor’s from Florida State University and loves camping and traveling with his family.
470.410.8220 (call/text)
David Ferguson
SEARCH EXECUTIVE- SPECIALTY CHEMICALS RECRUITER
David Ferguson - Search Executive - Specialty Chemicals Recruiter
Rob Dickson
SALES DEVELOPMENT REPRESENATIVE
Rob Dickson - Sales Development Representative
Kara Schmidt
SEARCH EXECUTIVE – ANIMAL HEALTH RECRUITER
Kara Schmidt - Search Executive- Animal Health Recruiter
Kara is a Search Executive in the Animal Health practice of Boaz Partners, joining the team in August 2024. Over the past 9 years, she has been immersed in the bovine reproduction and genetics space in technical services, strategic account management and product marketing roles.
Driven by customer interaction and strong relationship building positions Kara as a strategic partner to her clients while acquiring talent that not only aligns with their needs but also their culture and vision.
Her passion for the people and the animal health industry run deeps into her personal life having married a large animal Veterinarian specialized in embryo transfer.
“It’s not personal and professional life, it’s just life.”
Kara holds a BS in Animal Science from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and lives in South Carolina with her husband and 3 kids on their small farm.
470-203-4909
Nick Coupland
SEARCH ASSOCIATE – ANIMAL HEALTH RECRUITER
Nick Coupland - Search Associate- Animal Health Recruiter
Nick joined the Animal Health Practice in 2024 as a Search Associate. Before joining Boaz Partners, Nick gained valuable experience in Executive Search specializing in Accounting and Finance. His passion lies in understanding candidates’ true career aspirations to connect them with opportunities that propel their careers forward.
Nick holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Kennesaw State University. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, in his free time he is an avid golfer and competes in Georgia State Amateur events
Brooke Hughes
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE- SPECIALITY CHEMICALS
Brooke Hughes — Sourcing and Research Coordinator
Brooke Joined the research team in 2019
Brooke is a Research Associate who joined the Research Team in early 2019. Brooke’s passion in her professional and personal life is a dedication to helping and serving others. With a prior background in Customer Service, Boaz Partners is where Brooke started her career in recruiting allowing her to provide resources to the Chemical Recruiters by using industry knowledge to match client requirements with candidate skillsets.
Brooke graduated from Canisius College where she holds a degree in Communication Studies. When she is not working, Brooke can be found with her three horses, Charm, Mowgli and T.
470.419.3804 (call/text)
Jessica Slater
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE-SPECIALTY CHEMICALS
OFFICE MANAGER
Jessica Slater — Research Associate, Specialty Chemicals
Jessica Joined the team in 2022