Meet the Team
Our Staff
Tim Bleich
President/Owner
Location: Willoughby, OH
Tim attended Ohio State and has a background in sales. In 1992, Tim founded Vector Technical with a mission to partner with companies and candidates dedicated to “Finding the Right Person the First Time”. In 2015, Tim was named Entrepreneur of the Year in addition to a Lake-Geauga Fast Track 50 Award recipient in 2015, 2017, 2018 and 2019. Vector won the ASA Genius Award in 2018 for our Social Media Program. Amvets named Vector Employer of the Year for our efforts in veteran hiring. Vector was also honored by the Ohio Senate for our dedication in hiring Veterans. Tim is father to three children and an active member of the Cleveland Rotary. Tim is passionate about The Ohio State Buckeyes and a lifelong Cleveland sports fan. Tim enjoys the outdoors and is an avid cyclist.
Benjamin Bleich
Recruiting Specialist
Location: Solon, Ohio
When you need someone who is going to go above and beyond to find you a candidate, Ben is your guy. Ben is a systematic and relentless Sourcing Specialist at our Vector Solon Branch. He works tirelessly to help those in need of a new position by getting the process started and connecting candidates with a recruiter.
Before coming to Vector, Ben was very successful as a server/bartender at a local restaurant. He still enjoys using the tricks of his trade with that and makes his loved one’s food and drinks on a regular basis. Furthermore, Ben loves to relish the time he has making music and play video games. He also loves to roll around on his skateboard and just be outside.
Mindy Chandler
Business Development Account Manager
Location: WIlloughby, OH
My responsibility at Vector Technical is to work collaboratively with clients and candidates to achieve a common goal. I create effective matches by conducting extensive interviews with both companies and candidates to get a complete picture of both wants and needs. My ability to utilize and customize this approach to different personalities has led to successful, long-term partnerships. My entire career has involved customer service, sales and client relations, and the past seven years focused these skills in the staffing industry. I am originally from West Virginia and currently reside in Concord Township, Ohio. When I am not working you can usually find me cheering my WVU Mountaineer football and basketball teams to victory. I love meeting new people and find great joy in helping facilitate mutually beneficial partnerships between companies and candidates.
Joe Delisle
Direct Hire Recruiting Manager/Specialist
Location: Willoughby, OH
Executive recruiting veteran with 23 years of experience. Since 1997, I have successfully recruited top talent nationwide with specialties in manufacturing, engineering, operations and sales at all levels. Whether you are looking for key employees to lead your production plant, sales team, additions to your maintenance department or just looking for professional guidance in landing your dream job, I can help. My strategy combines “old school" recruiting methods with today’s top recruiting technologies, always producing desired results.
Whether you are a privately-held company, a multi-billion-dollar global leader, or an up-and-coming team leader who is looking for your next great opportunity, I can develop a recruiting plan to get the job done quickly and effectively. Call me today to find out more 440-946-8800.
Alex Goodman
Recruiting Specialist
Location: Willoughby, OH
I am a Recruiting Specialist at Vector Technical Willoughby office whose duties include screening and interviewing candidates. I was previously a licensed MLO (Mortgage Loan Officer) and have carried over the same attention to detail and qualifying skills to ensure the best candidate placement.
In my spare time you'll find me backpacking, hammocking, or cooking something new and exciting.
Kyly Hakola
Recruiting Specialist
Location: Willoughby, OH
Before Vector Technical, I earned my Bachelor of Business Administration through Cleveland State University. I am certified in Professional Sales and was previously in one-on-one consultation in the Beauty and Home Furnishing Industries. I enjoy working with people and building personal relationships. Some of my responsibilities at Vector Technical is to source, screen, and place candidates in the right job fit the first time. I go above and beyond for my candidates, and I am here to help change lives through employment!
Outside of the office you’ll find me enjoying crime documentaries, long nature walks with my dog, or trying new restaurants.
Jennifer LaForce
Senior Recruiting Specialist
Location: Willoughby, OH
I have over two years of recruiting experience. Some of my responsibilities are to phone screen/interview candidates, actively source for new candidates to fill positions, and find the right job fit for candidates while also ensuring candidates are a fit for our clients. I graduated from Perry High School and also attended Lakeland Community College for classes in business management and human resources. The best part of my job is helping candidates find career paths and helping them find jobs they enjoy!
Allison Leone
V.P. of Operations
Location: Willoughby, OH
“Communication is key in a people-minded arena”.
With 21 years of experience in client partnership development, team management/skills building and business revenue increase, through open minded strategic growth planning, she believes anyone’s goals are attainable through hard work and keeping a focus on the outcome.
Along with being a part of past Lake County Chamber business of the year recipients and various multi-entrepreneurial awards employment based, Allison has a passion for art, the human good through volunteer work to help others and the thrill of competitive sports.
Elaina Muenster
Business Development & Account Management
Location: Solon, Ohio
My name is Elaina Muenster, and I joined Vector Technical in November, 2017. Working in Business Development and Account Management, I am responsible for obtaining and maintaining new business, sourcing, attracting, and placing job candidates for open positions. My goal is to always meet clients' needs by finding candidates who match organizations' culture and open job positions. I develop strong organizational and communication skills working in the full cycle of the recruiting process, including industry research, cold calling, scheduling, networking, and developing and maintaining strong working relationships with candidates, client companies, hiring managers and human resource staff. I also lead, mentor, coach and train the recruiting team to ensure that open positions receive adequate coverage to meet our clients' needs.
I absolutely love the personal and interpersonal aspects of keeping in touch with individuals throughout the recruiting process. Helping and learning a person’s preferences, both personally and professionally, over time helps me assist them in finding the jobs which make the most sense for them.
I graduated from The University of Akron in 2010 with a Bachelor’s degree in mass communication with a concentration on radio and TV. Prior to joining Vector Technical Inc., I spent time working as a radio personality/intern for Q104’s morning show, Fee’s Kompany in the Morning. From there, I spent a season working as an in-arena host for the Lake Erie Monsters (Cleveland Hockey Team). In 2013, I had the opportunity to work for WHNT News 19 in Huntsville, Alabama (Fox 8 Sister Station) as an interactive content reporter/producer.
Outside the office, I enjoy cooking, traveling, running, photography, crafting, concerts, and spending time with my family and friends.
Kevin Preda
Office Manager
Location: Willoughby, Ohio
Responsibilities:
At Vector Technical my main focus is on payroll, invoicing and maintaining our books. I also work directly with our IT, security and phone system specialists, maintaining and troubleshooting those areas as needed.
Experience:
I have worked at Vector Technical for over ten years, and have four years of similar experience at my last place of employment.
Personal:
I am a family man and enjoy spending time with them going out to dinner, watching movies, and taking family vacations. I also have a passion for this city and all the Cleveland sports teams.
Why I do what I do:
I really love helping people and making a difference in their lives. I am not directly involved in the initial placement process, but the teamwork that I am a part of that goes into what we do is what it’s all about to me.
Ashley Rossi
Data Entry/Sourcing Specialist/Admin Support
Location: Willoughby, Ohio
Ashley is a shark when it comes to getting things done! Around vector, we call her the “slasher” because she is always willing to switch it up and do whatever is needed to help. Ashley is an Office administrator / Data Entry / Sourcing specialist, but once again is not limited to just these jobs. Ashley is amazing at making new candidates feel comfortable and is always there to make people laugh!
As if Ashley needed another slash, she is also a highly developed barber. In Ashley’s off time, she enjoys playing with her cats, Ace and Charlie. She also loves to draw, fish, and travel.
Kathy Steinfurth
Recruiting Specialist
Location: Solon, Ohio
I’m Kathy and I am the newest member on board with the Solon Vector team. Before this, I fulfilled a lifelong goal of working in the casino industry as a dealer and had a blast doing it. Now, I’m excited to be back to my first love, recruiting. I have over twenty years of experience recruiting for light industrial positions both for a private company and in a staffing role.
I have two dogs. One is a German Shepherd, and the other is a Shepherd/Lab rescue. In my spare time I’m renovating the family farmhouse. It was built by my great grandfather and remodeled in 1974 by my father and is very special to me. I look forward to meeting and learning about you soon!
Olivia Trout
Office Administrator
Location: Solon, Ohio
Olivia’s number one goal of each day is to make people smile! She is our lively office administrator at our Solon Branch. Olivia is responsible for greeting guests, answering and directing calls, organizing and maintaining our filing system, assisting in the onboarding process, and more!
Outside of the office, you can find Olivia with her fiancé or bopping around to friends and families’ houses. Olivia has a passion for gymnastics and stays connected to that by coaching tumbling classes at a local gym. She also loves to rollerblade and play with her dog (Toast) and cat (Jam).
“Success is not only in the hands, but in the heart” -unknown
Christine Watson
Office Administrator
Location: Willoughby, Ohio
Chrissy Watson has been Vector's Office Administrator in our Willoughby office since October of 2017. Her voice is likely the first you will hear when calling Vector, and her smile is first you will encounter upon visiting the Willoughby location. Chrissy handles our onboarding procedures, posting open positions to job boards and she works closely with our Office Manager Kevin Preda to keep our back office processes running smoothly. Chrissy has spent over 20 years in manufacturing - from working the production floor, to customer service, to account management and now at our staffing firm. Personally, Chrissy is married with three children and has two rescue pits. She enjoys reading, hiking, and family game nights.