Our Employee Spotlight series is dedicated to honoring the professional journeys of our team members, sharing their personal narratives, and showcasing their goals. Each month, we will be featuring one of our exceptional team member’s spotlights!
At Riley Decker Companies, valuing and appreciating our team members is at the heart of what we do. Throughout this monthly Employee Spotlight series, we look forward to sharing their stories and celebrating their achievements.
We hope you enjoy getting to know the faces behind Riley Decker Companies. We are excited to be celebrating the incredible individuals who make our company truly special!
Stay tuned for our monthly Employee Spotlights!
December Employee Spotlight 2024
Meet Ana Valles, our December Employee Spotlight! Ana joined our team back in April of 2024 and is one of our Bilingual Staffing Supervisors at our Denver Center. Read below to learn about Ana’s “why” at work, what changing lives means to her, and more about her life outside of work!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
After giving it some thought and doing my research, the decision was crystal clear. Everyone here is incredibly kind, and it’s evident how much the company truly cares for its people. I was searching for a place with structure, opportunities to grow, and the chance to learn new things—a place I could call my forever home. And now, here I am!
Why is changing lives important to you?
We never truly know the struggles others may be facing, and having the opportunity to make a difference by offering someone a job is one of the most fulfilling experiences. Changing lives is so important to me and knowing that I can play a role in helping someone turn their life around is a reward in itself. Sometimes, all it takes is someone being given a chance, and that chance can lead to a completely transformed future. That feeling? Absolutely priceless!
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
I’m thrilled to continue this journey and see where it leads. The only way from here is up, and I’m ready for what’s ahead!
What is your goal(s) for 2025?
My goal for 2025 is to remain open, eager to learn, and continue growing under the guidance of the incredible mentors within our company. I’m committed to staying focused and fully embracing all the exciting opportunities and successes that 2025 has in store.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up everyday & give 100%?
My “why” will always be my family. They are my driving force, inspiring me to give 100%, even on my toughest days. Everything I do is for them, and they remind me why I keep pushing forward.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
If I’m not in the office, you’ll find me in the mountains, adventuring in the Can-Am with my husband, our son, and our two Frenchie’s. My fun always consists of spending time with my family!
November Employee Spotlight 2024
Meet Chris LePore, our November Employee Spotlight! Chris joined our team back in June of 2023 and is one of our National Account Managers, based in the Louisville region. Read below to learn about Chris’s “why” at work, what changing lives means to him, and more about his life outside of work!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
I was really impressed with the leadership team and the culture they have established. Things really came to life for me when I got in the centers and saw our core values being lived out.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Purpose – it’s necessary to go above + beyond in your role. A job is just a job until there’s a profound reason for doing it. Changing lives is that reason for me.
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
I would like everyone to know that my wife + 3 kids are what drive me to be my best every day, I won the spelling bee in 4th grade with the word ‘Orchestra’, and I’m the reigning champ of The Job Center Jabroni’s fantasy football league.
What is your goal(s) for 2025?
My goal for 2025 is centered around growth. I aim to continue growing personally and deepening my understanding of the business. I also want to see growth in all areas of the company that I touch which include new business, enterprise accounts, Galaxy Healthcare, Manager Movement, and more.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up everyday & give 100%?
I’m constantly reminded that what we do really makes an impact on the lives of our talent and their families. My ‘why’ is our mission: Let’s Change Lives!
What do you do for fun outside of work?
First and foremost, there’s nothing I love more than being a dad. After that, I love playing basketball, golf, and soccer (goalie) with other parents.
October Employee Spotlight 2024
Meet Karizma Munoz, our October Employee Spotlight! Karizma joined our team back in September of 2022 and is our Assistant Center Manager at our Morrow Center. Read below to learn about Karizma’s “why” at work, what changing lives means to her, and more about her life outside of work!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
When considering the position I was drawn to the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives in their career path.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Changing lives is important to me because it allows me to connect with others, hear their stories, and make an impact by supporting their growth.
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
I would like everyone to know that I have enjoyed bonding with my teammates and meeting some incredible people during my time here.
What is your goal(s) for 2024?
My goal for the rest of 2024 would be collaboration. I would like to collaborate with more clients to improve our FTE number and gain more job opportunities for our Morrow office.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up everyday & give 100%?
What motivates me to give 100% every day is a combination of personal growth and my determination to overcome any challenges that cross my path.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, working out, and being crafty.
September Employee Spotlight 2024
Meet Bam Bowman, our September Employee Spotlight! Bam joined our team back in August of 2021 and is our National Operations Support Specialist. Read below to learn about Bam’s “why” at work, what changing lives means to him, and more about his life outside of work!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
After meeting with Kyle and hearing about the great company culture and how they treat their employees, I was drawn to the position.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Changing lives is important to me because you never know what someone may be going through. Having the opportunity to impact someone’s situation for the better is why changing lives is important to me.
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
My journey here at RDC has been everything I have wanted and more. Being able to collaborate and work with others to complete the motive for changing lives has been nothing short of amazing. I think here the career path is really what you make it. With all the different opportunities for growth and movement, you can really develop your career and improve your skill set.
What is your goal(s) for 2024?
My number one goal is to continue to sharpen my skills and grow with RDC. Another goal of mine is to flourish in my current role and help as many centers reach their quotas as I can.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up everyday & give 100%?
My “Why” is my family. Being raised in a very close-knit environment, I learned the importance of what family is and the impact that they have on your life.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
I enjoy playing video games and basketball, hanging out with friends, and watching sports games.
August Employee Spotlight 2024
Meet Sloane Dierker, our August Employee Spotlight! Sloane joined our team back in November of 2020 and is our Center Manager at our Columbia Center. Read below to learn about Sloane’s “why” at work, what changing lives means to her, and more about her life outside of work!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
I decided to start working with RDC after doing some extensive company research via LinkedIn, company website, social media, Google, and Glassdoor reviews. I found RDC had great company values, morals, and a company vision. This was something I wanted to be a part of.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Changing lives is important to me because I’m also changing my life while changing others. Helping them professionally grow and develop; becoming more resilient and adaptable has made just as big of an impact on me as I’d hope I am making for those I help every day.
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
When I started, this was not my career choice or even my goal in life. I was unemployed, with 2 bachelor’s degrees at the time and had less than a year of staffing in my short 13 years in the workforce. I took a job that appeared to be the best job at the time, and I honestly didn’t expect to make a career out of it. I quickly realized this was not just ANY job, and that it was more a growing family. I realized I wasn’t just an employee on payroll and that I was making a difference. I also realized this was the path I needed to be on and where I wanted to be. I have an operations team that not only supports me professionally, but personally. RDC is not for everyone, and I am the first to say the bar is set high and it can be scary. But the ride has been well worth it; from Staffing Supervisor to Assistant Center Manager, and now Center Manager. The last 4 years have been filled with some great memories. I am excited for my next 4+ years!
What is your goal(s) for 2024?
My goal for 2024 is to be better than yesterday. I can not change the past, but I can learn from it. I hope to improve my growth mindset, be more proactive, persistent, resilient, effective, and open minded
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up everyday & give 100%?
My “Why” will always be my family, my son to be specific. I want to provide my family with the best life possible. I want them to know and see that people can do hard things and be successful, coming out on top. I show up for them every day, because I know if there was only one thing I can give them, that would be my work ethic, both professionally and personally.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
I love to read and cuddle with my cats. Outside of that, I enjoy playing slow pitch softball, cornhole, and being outdoors with my family and friends.
July Employee Spotlight 2024
Meet Ryan Lutz, our July Employee Spotlight! Ryan joined our team back in February of 2023 and is our Regional Sales Manager in the Cincinnati/Indianapolis region. Read below to learn about Ryan’s “why” at work, what changing lives means to him, and more about his life outside of work!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
I was seeking a role with a competitive organization that also has an excellent culture. RDC’s local presence in the Cincinnati community also stuck out to me, and I was eager to join the team.
Why is changing lives important to you?
I care about doing my best for everyone around me because so many people have given me support throughout my life and career.
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
I feel like I’m still just getting started in this role, but I’m excited to continue learning and growing every single day.
What is your goal(s) for 2024?
Meet and exceed my sales targets and continue to build relationships with existing and potential clients.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up everyday & give 100%?
I am driven by competition, and by a desire to be a leader on a winning team.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
I like to spend time with my dogs (Marty and Joe), play basketball, and coach basketball at Walnut Hills High School.
June Employee Spotlight 2024
Meet Paige Miller, our June Employee Spotlight! Paige joined our team back in September of 2023 and is the Center Manager at our Norwood Center. Read below to learn about Paige’s “why” at work, what changing lives means to her, and more about her life outside of work!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
I accepted the position with RDC originally because I needed a change. Accepting the position has taught me to live by my own set of Core Values and has allowed me to come outside of my comfort zone a lot.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Changing lives is important to me because the feeling that you made a slight impact on someone’s life is rewarding.
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
Working for RDC has been amazing. I feel comfortable being vocal about things that I want to do or need. Everyone is open to helping each other and the amount of resources available are great. I have been able to grow in such a short amount of time and can really believe in our Core Value of ‘Best is Ahead’.
What is your goal(s) for 2024?
My goal for 2024 is to continue to grow.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up everyday & give 100%?
I would say my “why” will always be my son. Being a role model and placing role models in his life for him to aspire to be whatever he wants to be. It’s also pretty easy to show up because I love what I do and enjoy working with my team.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
Outside of work, I like to travel, shop, and spend a lot of time with my family just hanging out.
May Employee Spotlight 2024
Meet Lucas Brown, our May Employee Spotlight! Lucas joined our team back in June of 2023 and is working as a Recruiter for our MOR Talent Solutions division. Read below about Lucas’s “why” at work, what changing lives means to him, and more about his life outside of work!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
I accepted the position with RDC because it felt like a family atmosphere when I came in for my interview and I knew it would be a great opportunity for me to grow professionally.
Why is changing lives important to you?
It is important to me because it creates a sense of purpose. Being able to guide candidates throughout the process and help them take the next step in their careers is something I really enjoy.
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
That it has been amazing thus far. I have gotten the opportunity to build a lot of great relationships, help a lot of people out, and grow personally and professionally.
What is your goal(s) for 2024?
My biggest goal coming into 2024 was to be where my feet are – to make the most of each day, and really be focused & present whether that be at work, spending time with family, the gym, etc.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up everyday & give 100%?
“You don’t HAVE to, you GET to” – My motivation to show up everyday comes from being thankful for the chance to do what I enjoy and help other people out along the way.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
Outside of work I enjoy being active and spending time with friends and family. I love golfing, kayaking, concerts, and keeping up with Ohio State and the Guardians/Browns. I also enjoy getting the dog out of the house and taking her on walks/runs.
April Employee Spotlight 2024
Meet Jesse Brun, our April Employee Spotlight! Jesse joined our team back in March of 2022 where he started as a Staffing Supervisor in our Fairfield Center and in February of 2023 he transitioned into our Payroll Specialist position. Read below about Jesse’s “why at work”, what changing lives means to him, and more about his life outside of the office!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
I started with RDC for the mere fact of helping others. I wanted to feel a sense of accomplishment when I left work every day and realizing that I was helping people find a job that could launch their career or even a job that could better their life is very rewarding to me.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Changing lives is very important to me because I get to be part of the journey in helping our talent find fulfulling careers where they can feel proud of the work they’re doing and finding a career that not only betters their life, but their families as well.
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
RDC has been a life changer when it comes to my career. I wasn’t too sure what my career path looked like or what my career was even going to be at the beginning of 2022. I was going to college at the time and didn’t really have a set career that I was working towards. When I first started with RDC in March of 2022, I started off as a Staffing Supervisor. Starting as a Staffing Supervisor gave me pride to be able to work with our talent one on one to help them find the perfect job that best suited what they were looking for. After 9 months, I transitioned into the Payroll Specialist position at Center Support. This position provides me with so much joy to be able to pay our talent and see that their hard work does pay off. Plus, dealing with numbers daily is very enjoyable to me.
What is your goal(s) for 2024?
My personal goal for 2024 is to grow my relationships with my coworkers and to continue to grow/learn, not only as a payroll specialist, but as an employee with RDC. I think you must be willing to adapt and help wherever you can no matter what your position is.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up everyday & give 100%?
I want to give back to the community and utilize all the knowledge I’ve learned in my life and give that to others that could benefit from it. When I was 5 years old, I was fortunate enough to be adopted by a wonderful family that taught me so much (and continues to teach me), and if I can pass along any of the knowledge I’ve learned, I absolutely will if that means I’m able to make a positive impact on their life.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
I love to spend time with my fur babies (2 dogs, 2 cats and soon to be 2 Prairie Dogs), my fiancé, family, and friends. I like to adventure out to new places and enjoy the small moments in life.
March Employee Spotlight 2024
Meet Esmeralda Zavala Pantoja, our March Employee Spotlight! Esmeralda joined our team back in August of 2022 and is working as a Bilingual Staffing Supervisor in our Coatesville Center. Read below about Esmeralda’s “why at work”, what changing lives means to her, and more about her life outside of the office!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
I accepted the position to work at Riley Decker Companies because I like to help and motivate people. I thought what a better way to do it by placing them in a good fit job where they can gain more skills.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Changing lives is important to me because I enjoy getting candidates out to work and helping them believe in themselves. Being able to coach them to become better each day makes it important to me to change lives.
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
RDC has given me the opportunity to become part of the team since August of 2022. I truly enjoy being part of the team and implementing our core values. The team saw my potential and challenged me to become more professional on a daily basis. I wouldn’t doubt that my career at RDC has been the best thing that’s ever happened to me. There’s so much opportunity to grow.
What is your goal(s) for 2024?
My goal for 2024 is to continue growing relationships with the associates, clients, and the team. Also to learn as much as possible to help grow the team.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up everyday & give 100%?
I love to look forward to a better tomorrow and change as many lives as possible. Having a great relationship with the associates and the client motivates me to continue giving the best of me every day.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
I like to spend time with my family and friends. I enjoy making memories.
February Employee Spotlight 2024
Meet Reagan Papadatos, our February Employee Spotlight! Reagan joined our team back in May of 2022 and is working as a South Operations Support Specialist in our Mid-Cities Center. Read below about Reagan’s “why at work”, what changing lives means to her, and more about her life outside of the office!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
Starting out as an intern, I quickly realized working for RDC was more than just an internship to build my resume. The energy in the Cincinnati offices was contagious and everyone I met was genuinely passionate about the work we do. After getting to know the team and learning more about the impact of our work and the mission of RDC, I knew without a doubt I wanted to join the team full-time once I graduated.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Being intentional and implementing our core values in our day-to-day work and everyday lives is what changes the lives around us. The talent that comes into our offices come from all different backgrounds; we all do. We will never know the full story behind the people around us and the silent battles people are facing, which is why changing lives is so important to me.
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
Coming in as an intern, I didn’t fully know what to expect from the position. However, the team in Cincinnati saw my potential and constantly challenged me and pushed me professionally. I am super grateful for the opportunity, and I am excited to hopefully use my role to challenge others. There is so much growth to be done outside of our comfort zone.
What is your goal(s) for 2024?
This year my main goal is to continue to learn as much about the business as possible and help build up the team in the South. Also, Mid-Cities is going to hit D1 this year, that isn’t as much of a goal but a fact.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up everyday & give 100%?
If my life has taught me anything it’s that “later” isn’t always guaranteed. There is a lot I want to do in this lifetime, and I know tomorrow isn’t always going to be there or it may look completely different than today. I try to make the most of what I have and where I am at in the moment.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
I love listening to new music and going to concerts. Last summer I went to my first solo concert, and it is one of my favorite memories. Outside of that I enjoy hanging out with my friends and brothers.
January Employee Spotlight 2024
Meet Cyara Thompson, our January Employee Spotlight! Cyara joined our team back in March of 2023 and is a healthcare recruiter for Galaxy Healthcare. Read below about Cyara’s “why at work”, what changing lives means to her, and more about her life outside of the office!
Why did you accept the position to start working at RDC?
I accepted the position to work with RDC because it sounded like an amazing opportunity to be a part of something bigger than myself. The “We Change Lives” program allowed me the chance to help build a project with such a special initiative to serve those who’ve been overlooked and undervalued. I’m thrilled to continue that same initiative now with the Galaxy Healthcare team.
Why is changing lives important to you?
Changing lives is important to me because I believe it’s what people were created to do for one another. I made it my mission to find ways to impact and change lives; one person, one interaction at a time.
What would you like everyone to know about you and your career journey at RDC?
I’ve come to face obstacles while being here, and I’ve seen myself become more strategic and adaptable because of it.
What is your goal(s) for 2024?
Continue growing and becoming an even more authentic version of myself and being more disciplined in every area of my life.
What is your “why”? What motivates you to show up everyday & give 100%?
Leadership. I feel the call of leadership in my life and leaders lead by example. I give 100% because I believe in being accountable. I don’t want to lay my head down at night knowing I could have given the day more effort in whatever area of my life called for my attention.
What do you do for fun outside of work?
I sing, write music, and watch my favorite shows.
