Meet the Team

Christina Ellsbury

Professional Recruiter

Christina Ellsbury started with Express in November 2020 and is our Professional Recruiter. She is originally from Indianola, IA. When she is not working, she enjoys sitting on her deck around the fire with her husband and reading good romantic comedy or thriller books.

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Bradey Gift

Skilled Trades Recruiter

Bradey Gift started with Express in September 2021 as FOC, was promoted to Recruiter and is currently our Skilled Trades Recruiter. In her free time, she enjoys watching Hawkeye & Packer football, hanging out with friends, and watching live music!

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Riley McDaniel

Industrial Recruiter & Front Office Coordinator

Riley McDaniel started with Express Employment in March of 2023 as our Front Office Coordinator and was recently promoted. She is originally from Marcus, Iowa and graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 2022. When Riley’s not working, she enjoys spending time with her 2 nephews and trying out new places in the Des Moines area!

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Brennan McDonald

Business Development Representative

Brennan McDonald started with Express in April 2022 as our Business Development Representative. He is originally from Dubuque, IA. When he’s not working, he enjoys spending time at the gym and cooking with his fiancé Abby.

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