OUR TEAM
Meet the team: A group of professionals dedicated to excellence in everything we do.
Justin Pearson
Founder & CEO
With over 15 years in recruiting and leadership, Justin brings a distinct approach to talent acquisition shaped by his distinguished 20-year Army career, where he was selected for the rank of Sergeant Major and received numerous awards, including the Bronze Star, the Sergeant Audie Murphy Medallion, and the Combat Infantryman Badge. His service encompassed critical assignments with USAREC from 1999-2001 and 2007-2017, Operation Enduring Freedom (2004-2005), and as an Infantry Paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne Division.
As the CEO of Mission Box Solutions, an SBA-Certified SDVOSB, Justin focuses on delivering specialized recruiting and staffing solutions for both cleared and non-cleared positions within the IT and Healthcare sectors. His leadership and vision support federal, government, and commercial clients with adaptable, high-impact talent solutions. Justin’s passion lies in building agile, high-performing recruitment teams and crafting tailored solutions to meet each client’s unique hiring needs.
K. Pearson
Co-Founder & President
K. Pearson's life has been greatly influenced by military service. Both of her parents served in the U.S. Navy, and she grew up traveling the world from Spain to England and all across the United States. She then settled down as a military spouse supporting her husband during his 20 year career until his retirement in 2017. She then became an Entrepreneur and developed a passion for business.
K’s business-centric focus, acumen, and strategic planning drives growth. Her development of HR policy ensures a positive and motivated company culture. Her expertise in Root Cause Analysis and SWOT Analysis supports informed decision-making. Additionally, she manages risk and compliance to protect the company and promote stability.
She is committed to continuous improvement, ensuring Mission Box Solutions remains agile, competitive, and persistent in achieving goals. As our brand strategist, she enhances our reputation through visual representation, consistent messaging, and strong public relations.
Kevin Reynolds
Recruiting Manager
Meet Kevin, our Recruiting Manager. Kevin has 20 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Army. With a successful career in recruitment, Kevin has demonstrated exceptional leadership and management skills in various high-stakes environments. A graduate of Columbia Southern University with a BA in Business Administration and a concentration in Human Resources, he excels in strategic process planning, quality control, and risk management.
Kevin's tenure in roles such as Recruiting Manager and Senior Recruiter for the Department of Defense highlights his expertise in full-cycle recruitment, team mentorship, and process optimization. His military background, including roles in Artillery, Communications, and Healthcare Recruiting, underscores his ability to thrive in fast-paced settings while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Kevin is committed to fostering collaboration, driving efficiency, and achieving excellence in every endeavor, making a lasting impact in both military and civilian sectors.
Ashley Baker
Recruiting Operations Manager
Meet Ashley, she is our Recruiting operations Manager here at Mission Box Solutions. Ashley has worked in the Human Resources and Recruiting industry for over 8 years, focusing primarily on Operations and Logistics. Ashley joined MBS to support candidates in finding their right fit while helping businesses find the right candidate to maximize revenue. Ashley is a Navy Veteran; she learned her foundation of Logistics and Operations as a Ship Servicemen while serving in the Navy. She has found a passion in assisting not only other veterans to find their place in the civilian job world but assisting in understanding the transition process.
Shantel Galloway, J.D.
Lead Healthcare Recruiter
Meet Shantel, she is our Lead Healthcare Recruiter here at Mission Box Solutions. Shantel has a unique ability to connect with others and build strong relationships with stakeholders. She thrives in challenging environments and welcomes the opportunity to learn new processes. With over 8 years of experience in recruiting and leadership, she is dedicated to expanding teams and developing team members along the way. Being fierce and determined, Shantel is a natural problem solver and is always ready to meet one’s needs.
Sean Mazanec
Cleared Tech & GOVCON Technical Recruiter
Meet Sean, our Cleared Tech & GOVCON Technical Recruiter here at Mission Box Solutions. With over 17 years of experience in the recruiting and sourcing industry, Sean brings a wealth of expertise in placing top talent for corporate, RPO, and staffing roles. He is skilled at connecting with passive talent, and his proficiency with tools like LinkedIn, Seekout, Taleo, Clearancejobs, ATS, and CRM systems makes him an invaluable asset in today’s competitive market.
Outside of work, Sean is a proud father of three, based in Peoria, Arizona. He loves being outdoors, playing sports—especially baseball and football—and staying active. Whether he’s exploring new foods and breweries, enjoying a good movie, or browsing at Barnes & Noble, Sean’s curiosity and enthusiasm extend into everything he does.
Phil Tabor
Strategic Advisor
Meet Phil, he brings over 30 years of recruiting and leadership experience and understands that while recruiting is constantly evolving, what will never change, is that recruiting is about people, their needs, dreams, and success. Phil joined Mission Box Solutions to be part of a team that puts its people, candidates, and clients first.