Meet Our Staff

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Talent Coordinator - Athens

aimee@careerconnections.info

Aimee graduated from the Scripps College of Communication at Ohio University and earned certificates in Women & Gender Sexuality Studies and Wealth & Poverty Studies. After moving to Athens from a small West Virginian town, Aimee now focuses on uplifting her community through service and connection. When she’s not at work, Aimee spends most of her time outside in the sun or crafting at home with her two cats. 

Human Resource Specialist - Gallipolis

cameron@careerconnections.info

Cameron is a lifelong resident of Gallia County and a graduate of Gallia Academy High School. Born and raised in Southern Ohio, she has a strong bond with the area and those who call it home. In her spare time, Cameron enjoys cooking and baking for her loved ones. If she is not in the kitchen, you can find her curled up on the couch next to her cat, or relaxing with a cup of tea while she plays piano. 

Talent Coordinator - Athens

devon@careerconnections.info

Devon graduated from Ohio University with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She is a born and raised Southern Ohioan, who enjoys reading, spending time with her cat, and playing games with her friends in her free time.

Receptionist - Gallipolis

jenna@careerconnections.info

Receptionist - Athens

jordyn@careerconnections.info

Jordyn earned a certificate in Small Business Management from the University of Rio Grande. She is actively involved in her community and currently serves as a trustee for the Berg Church Heritage Association. Outside of work, you'll often find her curled up with a good book and her two dogs.

Talent Coordinator - Gallipolis

kayla@careerconnections.info

Kayla was born and raised in Gallipolis and now resides in Jackson County. She enjoys quality time with friends and family, cozy evenings with her two cats, and unwinding with video games. Kayla is also involved in community service and currently serves as the president of the Circleville Junior Women's Club. 

General Manager

kristin@careerconnections.info

Kristi is a third generation Athenian and has been working at Career Connections for over 20 years. She is a charter member of Athens Sunrise Rotary, past chair of the Athens Area Chamber of Commerce, treasurer for the Athens High School Athletic Boosters, co-founder of Young Athens Professionals, and board member of Stuart's Opera House. She has three boys and you can generally find her chasing them around at various sporting events.

President/Owner

valerie@careerconnections.info

Valerie has been an entrepreneur in Athens County for over 30 years. She started Career Connections in 1990 and, along with her family, started Kindred Market, a natural foods grocery store, in 2019. She has served on a number of non-profit boards in the past but these days she focuses on her many jobs. In her spare time, you will find her hanging out with family and friends or paddle boarding with one or all of her three dogs.