About Us
Know, Like, and Trust the SPRING Team
We pride ourselves as being a woman-propelled small business, so get to know the true players that make everyday possible. Each of our stars have their unique attributes that make our team shine. Get to know more about us, our drive, and our mission forward with SPRING.
Our Story
Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation (SPRING) LLC was created to fix a problem. From short lines, contractors, to class I's and shippers, we have heard time and time again, "Man why doesn't anyone want to work here anymore?"
To us, this statement seems nuts, because once we start talking about rail opportunities, whether that's on a train or a plane or a bus or at the grocery store, people's eyes light up. We have a great story to tell however, no one knows our industry exists. So why would anyone apply to rail industry jobs if they don't know we're (rail industry employers nationwide) in their backyard as a possible career option?
This is where we come in.
Instead of sticking our heads in the sand and ignoring the issue, we offer solutions to fix that and help rail related companies great their brands to candidate markets near and wide where they may not have been before - more veteran communities, more tech schools, more eager applicants. We view each client relationship as a partnership and we will help you, advise you, and become a part of your recruiting team to exact our goals together. We will build you a pipeline of candidates and next generation applicants all with the power of communication and connections. Our unique approach of community specific or rail knowledgeable talent here at SPRING knows where to look and how to talk the language we need to for the groups we are looking to hire. We are here to help rail industry employers, from railroads proper to contractors and shippers, find, attract, and retain talent for tomorrow, today.
See all the ways we can help you.
Our talent is finding yours.
Meet The Team
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Michele L. Malski
Founder & President
Fun Fact: Has two XL Dogs; Charlemagne (German Shep) and Noodles (who knows + Great Dane), lives nationwide at the moment
Career Fun Fact: Second Generation Railroader, previous experience as Trainmaster and Division Trainmaster with two Class I railroads, specialty in business development, company operations, and overall vision for SPRING
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Brandy Martin
Director of Recruiting Services
Fun Fact: raised 14 children, lives in Central Louisiana (SPRING's Southern tier)
Career Fun Fact: Previously worked as an Track Inspector for an Army depot and as Yard Clerk with a short line, specialty in management of recruiting solutions and training of internal team
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Carley Pringle
Lead Recruiter
Fun Fact: If there was a word for Harry Potter sommelier, that would be Carley
Career Fun Fact: Veteran of the National Guard, previously worked as a machinist and journeymen with a Class I, speciality in mechanical and laborer sourcing
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Haley Jett
Recruiter (international)
Fun Fact: living internationally in Germany for 3 years (SPRING's new International division)
Career Fun Fact: Veteran of the Air Force, speciality in veteran recruiting and next generation lead analyst
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Nicole Van Name
Recruiter Trainee
Fun Fact: Animal lover of all shapes and sizes and Denver Broncos enthusiast (SPRING's Midwest Tier)
Career Fun Fact: Veteran of the Air Force, previous experience with heavy industry companies, speciality in Accounting and Math
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Krista Hoverson
Recruiter Trainee
Fun Fact: lives in Delaware (SPRING's East Coast Tier)
Career Fun Fact: Previous experience as an LPN supervisor and dealing with high pressure situations, speciality in business development and customer service
