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NAPS Announces 2026 Board of Directors

Thursday, January 15, 2026   (0 Comments)
Industry Leaders Positioned to Guide the Future of Staffing and Recruiting

Uniontown, PA, January 15, 2026 - The National Association of Personnel Services (NAPS) is proud to announce its 2026 Board of Directors, a distinguished group of industry leaders who will guide the association’s strategic direction and support its mission of advancing professionalism, education, and advocacy within the staffing and recruiting industry.

The 2026 Board reflects the breadth and depth of the staffing profession, bringing together experienced leaders from across the country and multiple staffing disciplines to help NAPS members navigate a rapidly evolving workforce landscape.

“Each year, NAPS is fortunate to be supported by dedicated volunteers who are deeply committed to strengthening our industry,” said Trinette Cunningham, President of NAPS. “The 2026 Board of Directors represents exceptional leadership, insight, and passion for the staffing and recruiting profession. We are excited to work alongside this group as we continue to deliver meaningful education, advocacy, and value to our members.”

2026 NAPS Executive Board

Chairman

John A. Thomas, CSP, CSC, CTS
Express Employment Professionals International

As Chairman, John A. Thomas brings decades of experience and a strong track record of leadership, innovation, and service within the staffing industry.

“I am honored to serve as Chairman of NAPS and work alongside such a talented and dedicated group of industry leaders,” said John A. Thomas. “NAPS plays a critical role in supporting staffing professionals through education, certification, and advocacy, and I look forward to building on that foundation while helping our members succeed in an increasingly complex and competitive environment.”

Vice Chair
Mark Carlson, CPC, CERS
Prestige Scientific, Inc.

Secretary/Treasurer
Nicole Mortell, CPC
AllianceStaff

Immediate Past Chairman
Jamie Schwartz, CPC, CTS, CERS
Haley Stuart Group, LLC

Directors

Richard Rosner
Staffing Shark

Lucy Lorenzo, CPC
Ascension Search Partners

Advisory Board

Mark Demaree
Top Echelon

Past Chair Advisory Board

Tom Erb, CPC
Tallann Resources, LLC

Mark Barnhart, CPC, CERS
Cedar Creek Recruiting

Teresa M. Delibert, CPC
Delibert Employment Solutions

Together, the Board and Advisory members will support NAPS’ ongoing efforts to elevate industry standards, advocate for the staffing profession, and provide valuable resources to members nationwide.


About NAPS
The National Association of Personnel Services (NAPS) is the leading trade association for staffing and recruiting professionals. NAPS is dedicated to advancing the industry through education, certification, legal advocacy, and business resources that empower firms and individuals to succeed in an evolving workforce landscape. For more information about NAPS and its leadership, visit www.NAPS360.org.


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