About Us

CEO/Founder

Meet Tracy, the dynamic force behind Essence Recruitment, one of Western Canada’s top boutique search firms. She’s a business leader passionate about values, community, and making a difference through recruitment and training.

Tracy is deeply involved in her community, serving on several boards and volunteering countless hours. Her current roles include board member for Sask Water and Affinity Credit Union and representing the province on the Saskatchewan Provincial Court Judicial Council. She’s also a past president of the Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce, NSBA, and Prairieland Park.

In 2022, she earned her ICD.D designation and has enjoyed mentoring through the Raj Manek program and supporting various community initiatives. Most importantly, Tracy treasures her time with her husband and two children, proving she’s a business leader and a devoted family person.

Get in touch with Tracy tracy@essencerecruitment.ca.

Recruitment Consultant

Introducing, Melanie who brings energy, empathy, and a people-first approach to every step. Originally from Southern Saskatchewan, Melanie spent over a decade in Calgary before settling in Saskatoon, which she’s proudly called home for more than 10 years with her son. 

With a background in hospitality and a wealth of experience in sales and event planning, Melanie excels at connecting with people and building meaningful relationships. She is an avid networker who thrives in community engagement and has served on numerous committees across Saskatoon. Currently, she sits on the Board of Directors for both SKAL Saskatoon and Service Hospitality, where she continues to support and strengthen Saskatchewan’s business and service industries. 

Known for her cheerful personality and approachable style, Melanie is dedicated to creating positive experiences for both clients and candidates. Whether she’s helping organizations find the right fit or cheering someone on in their career journey, she brings warmth, dedication, and a touch of fun to everything she does. 

When she’s not working or volunteering, you will often find Melanie travelling, supporting local events and restaurants, or being a ‘personal assistant’ to her son’s many activities. 

Connect with Melanie at melanie@essencerecruitment.ca 

Professional Recruitment Coordinator

Get to know Ashley, the go-to person at Essence for introducing candidates to our exciting opportunities. She joined Essence with a diverse background in recruitment, education, and project management. Her experience in hiring and training new employees and her passion for helping people reach their career goals mean she’s a pro at finding the perfect match for both companies and candidates.

Ashley’s approach is all about open communication, an organized and thorough process, and a deep understanding of her clients’ needs. Think of her as the matchmaker of the professional world—minus the romantic dinners.

Born and raised in Saskatchewan, Ashley earned her bachelor’s in Education from the University of Saskatchewan. Outside work, she volunteers with the Saskatoon Street Cat Rescue (SCAT), a role that suits her perfectly as a passionate animal lover.

Connect with Ashley ashley@essencerecruitment.ca

Office Assistant

Kendra Parfitt is your go-to administrative guru with a Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma and over 16 years of experience. She juggles executive tasks, project administration, donor relations, community engagement, and event management. If there’s a plate to keep spinning, Kendra’s probably already covered it.

Her mission? To make life easier for everyone around her by streamlining processes, tackling the admin mountain, and freeing up the team to focus on what really matters—delivering key outcomes and keeping clients and candidates happy.

When she’s not busy being the office savior, Kendra can be found on a farm in Holdfast, Saskatchewan, with her fiancé and children. In her spare time, she enjoys taking family trips, baking treats that never last long, and keeping her garden in check.

Contact Kendra at kendra@essencerecruitment.ca

Sales and Marketing Coordinator

Get to know Haley,  the driving force behind our company’s marketing strategies and social media presence embodying our values of community, transparency, and authenticity in every campaign. In addition to her marketing expertise, she also helps introduce candidates to our exciting opportunities and helps support the Essence team.

Born and raised in small-town Saskatchewan, Haley received her Bachelor’s degree in Health Studies from the University of Saskatchewan. Outside of work, you can find her at the lake or planning her next trip as she is an avid traveler.

Reach out to Haley at haley@essencerecruitment.ca