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The team that builds your team.

Each member of the Whitley Recruiting team embodies the traits that make the firm stand out.

We’re laser-focused on bringing you results. We’re creative and resourceful. We understand our clients and their needs. We communicate clearly and with commitment. And we’re relentlessly focused on helping you win.

Read on to learn more about how each of us brings those talents to our work every day.

Lee Whitley

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Skye Liles

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Sammy Hobgood

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Emily Tresher

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Client Testimonials

Lee Whitley

Owner/Recruiter

A North Carolina native, Lee is the founder of Whitley Recruiting Partners (WRP). He has dedicated his entire career to the recruiting industry, starting as a Technical IT Recruiter for Insight Global in 2013 and going on to be the 2nd employee of a CBC-funded software startup at Capitol Broadcasting Company (CBC), where he honed skills in sales, recruitment, and building early-stage companies.
 
Since venturing out on his own in 2018, Lee has specialized in the recruitment of sales talent for growth-stage software companies in the Triangle and Southeast US, recruiting 400+ individual sales professionals for over 100+ software companies, including Bandwidth, Lenovo, Pendo.io, and DreamBox Learning. In 2023, he expanded his portfolio, and he now provides recruitment services for NC-based, privately-held companies looking to broaden into new verticals, grow market share, and upgrade their teams with the best talent available.


 
As founder of Whitley Recruiting Partners, Lee recognizes the pivotal role a company’s team plays in driving business results and culture and is deliberately intentional in selecting the right candidates for each client. He approaches each recruiting project with a diligence and motivation to provide top-tier candidates and treats each search as if he were hiring for his own team.
 
Lee understands that each employee is an extension of your company, and he’s ready to help you build your dream team today.
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Skye Liles

Director of Operations

A Meredith College alumna, Skye brings over a decade of experience in Operations. Working with small businesses throughout her career, she excels in rapidly moving and fluctuating environments. She’s versatile and always ready to solve problems. With a passion for building great teams, Skye enjoys cultivating spaces where people are valued. She joined Whitley Recruiting in 2021.
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Sammy Hobgood

Principal Recruiter

Hailing from the Triangle, Sammy is a Furman University graduate actively serving on the Alumni council of their Sigma Nu Fraternity. Prior to joining Whitley Recruiting Partners, Sammy served as a program manager at Urban Ministries of Wake County, focusing on volunteer recruitment. He also played a crucial role as the primary digital recruiter and marketer for a multi-unit, family-run hospitality group. Joining WRP in 2021, Sammy has become a vital part of the team, connecting skilled candidates with satisfied employers.

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Emily Tresher

Recruiting Coordinator

A lifelong Raleigh resident, Emily holds a Bachelor of Psychology degree from North Carolina State University. With a background in administrative and executive assisting across industries including staffing, construction, and retail, Emily joined the WRP team in 2021. Leveraging her customer service experience, Emily provides exceptional support to clients and candidates. She values connecting with individuals from diverse backgrounds and finds satisfaction in witnessing candidates land their dream jobs.

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