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The JDA team is comprised of the most talented information technology recruiting professionals in Houston. Each member exudes an extraordinary level of enthusiasm, professionalism, and dignity. With our combined experience, JDA has the team needed to help managers build great IT departments while helping IT professionals find the right career opportunities. Meet our members...
James Del Monte, CERS, CPC - President
From modest beginnings in 1981, James Del Monte founded JDA Professional Services, Inc., which today is one of Houston’s leading IT staffing firms, according to the Texas Association of Personnel Consultants (TAPC). Over his career, James has helped hundreds of companies build great IT departments by finding key individuals and providing excellent strategies for employee retention. In addition, he has helped thousands of professionals find great IT careers through direct placements and by providing valued advice and guidance. In November 2007, James joined an elite group of professionals becoming a Certified Employee Retention Specialists (CERS).
James is on the board of TAS (Texas Association of Staffing) and was a past-President of the Board for TAPC and is also a board member of the National Association of Computer Consulting Businesses (NACCB). He is a former president of the Houston chapter of the Association of Information Technology Professionals (AITP) and a founding member of the Open Door Education Foundation which provides scholarships to IT students. In 2006, he was awarded the TAPC community service award for his commitment to the community and charitable contributions.
As part of his commitment to the advancement of IT training in Houston, James is a regular speaker at various colleges/universities, trade groups, and job ministries, and he is often quoted as a subject matter expert for the IT staffing industry. Additionally, James serves on the advisory board of the technology departments at the University of Houston-Downtown, Westwood College, and ITT Technical Institute.
Tiffany Rodriguez
Oracle Practice Lead
Tiffany is a native Houstonian with 10 years of experience serving the Houston community. She spent 4 years as a top producing residential real estate agent and decided to bring her “spunky” attitude and accomplishments to JDA to help companies develop their dream IT staff.
Katrina James
Applications and Developers Lead
Katrina comes to us with in depth knowledge of the IT industry. She graduated from UH CT Bauer College of Business in 2008 with a bachelor in MIS. She worked in the corporate world before deciding to help IT professionals find their ideal job and help companies find great staff.
Judy Hernandez
Infrastructure Practice Lead
Judy has lived in Houston for 30 years and has experience in the staffing industry for the last 5 years. She has brought her great attitude and client base to the IT world, and is looking forward to helping people find their careers, while helping clients fulfill their business needs.
Erika Strom, PHR - Human Resources Manager
A member of the JDA family since September 2002, Erika brought with her a wide array of valuable skills to include, her former service in the United States Air Force in addition to her work in the civilian records division of the Spokane, Washington Police Department.
With the combined experience of over 23 years in office administration and human resources, Erika handles a variety of responsibilities at JDA to include but not limited to, the design, plans, and implementation of HR programs and policies, the recruitment and training of employees, and reviewing and recommending resumes for future hire all while supervising a group of human resources and administrative professionals.
In addition, Erika is actively involved in the Houston Chapter of the “Marine For Life” program and is a member of HR Houston, which is a non-profit professional organization, dedicated to the advancement of human resource management.
Alan Ecton - Accountant
Alan joined the JDA family in 2006 as Accounting/Finance Manager. Prior to joining JDA, Alan worked for 24 years as a CPA for Houston Industries (Reliant Energy) in addition to 5 years as a high school teacher.
Dayna Brentari
Research Administrative Assistant
Dayna is new to the IT staffing world, and recently joined JDA to work on research and administrative projects while she is going to school for her degree.
Beth Moran - Research Assistant
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Beth has been with JDA for several years and helps the research team with special projects.
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