The Ezra Penland Team
Sally Ezra
Partner
Sally has spent over two decades recruiting actuaries. She has developed strong professional relationships and a vast network of clientele. They value her commitment, resourcefulness, her personal attention, and her high level of professional ethics. Sally can be reached at sally@ezrapenland.com.
Kevin Elliott
Director
Kevin has a proven business development, sales and leadership background in finance and technology. He can be reached at kevin@ezrapenland.com or (773) 598-4753.
Lauren Scalzo
Manager
Lauren has significant recruitment experience in both the North American and Japanese markets. She understands the needs of her clients, and the motivations and interests in candidates, and energetically and smartly works to fill the needs of both. Reach Lauren at lauren@ezrapenland.com or (773) 598-4717.
Liz Ritchie
Actuarial Recruiter
Liz listens to candidates and helps them navigate career goals by making thoughtful and pragmatic connections. She uses her background in human resources, management and customer service to build relationships with both candidates and clients. Liz can be reached at liz@ezrapenland.com or (773) 598-4752.
Eliana Schechter
Actuarial Recruiter
With a background in recruitment, Eliana works closely with candidates to find the best match in their job search. Reach Eliana at eliana@ezrapenland.com or (773) 598-4771.
Bailey Collins
Actuarial Recruiter
Bailey is an energetic and detail-oriented recruiter, who goes the extra mile to understand what both her candidates and clients seek in their job search. Reach Bailey at bailey@ezrapenland.com or (773) 598-4747.
Richard Hesky
Actuarial Recruiter
Richard Hesky is a dynamic recruiter with a background in communication, customer service, sales, and marketing. He is detail-oriented and strives to build strong relationships with both clients and candidates. Richard can be reached at richard@ezrapenland.com or 773-598-4748.
Cecilia Grisolia
Assistant Recruiter
Cece joined Ezra Penland in October 2022. Her experience working with horses coordinating scheduling and customer services gave her the tools to support Sally as part of her team. She can be reached at cecilia@ezrapenland.com or 773-598-4754.
Diane Vanik
Office Manager
Diane has extensive experience in office administration and operations. She consistently works to maintain strong support for Ezra Penland’s recruiting team as well as our clients and candidates. You can reach Diane at diane@ezrapenland.com or (773) 598-4750.
Leia Ziomek
Research and Data Coordinator
Leia is a dedicated researcher and leader who supports the recruiting team with her thoroughness and excellent attention to detail. She leads the Ezra Penland Data Team, maintains our website and social media position listings, and conducts market research to keep things running smoothly. Leia can be reached at leia@ezrapenland.com.