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.

Professional Recruitment Consultant

Introducing, Leanne, a seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in business management, human resources, and team development, both locally and internationally. She’s perfected the art of building strong teams that bring out the best in each person’s unique talents, from small businesses to large multinational corporations.

What sets Leanne apart? It’s her sharp observation and critical thinking skills, her extensive experience, and her communication skills. She has a talent for making you feel respected and heard, which is a real superpower in the world of business.

Hailing from Saskatoon, Leanne’s fluency in Spanish led her to spend several enriching years working and living in Panama—proving that she’s as comfortable with a tango as she is with a spreadsheet. Back home, she’s passionate about giving back to her community, currently serving on the Board of Directors for Foundations Learning & Skills Saskatchewan. And yes, being a classically trained pianist, she’s making sure the music doesn’t hit a sour note.

Want to chat? Contact Leanne leanne@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@essencrecruitment.ca

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, children, and a host of animals. 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