North & Downtown Team

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Nathalie Andrade

Employment Specialist

Nathalie began working with Express in September 2023. She was born in Fort Worth, but loves traveling to new places. Before coming to Express, Nathalie held a position as a billing admin. When she’s not working, Nathalie is either at cosmetology school, reading books, or hiking.

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Peyton Berry

Operations Manager

Peyton joined the Express team in August 2005. She is from a town near Stephenville, TX worked as a secretary at an architectural firm for five years prior to starting at Express. Peyton has been married to her best friend since 2014. Her two kids are in college (#gigem & #bleedpurple), and she has three step kids and two perfect granddaughters. She and her husband enjoy tending to their small family farm.

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Natalie Blanchard

General Manager

Natalie, a Fort Worth native, joined Express in 2004. With two decades of experience in building teams and fostering client relationships, she earned her Professional in Human Resources certification in 2012. Natalie is married and has a daughter. Her family are passionate LSU fans (Geaux Tigers!), and she loves spending time outdoors, staying active, and traveling.

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Averie Brown

Marketing Coordinator

Averie joined the Express family in February 2021 after graduating from the University of Oklahoma and moving to Dallas. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism. She's originally from Bethany, OK and had experience in retail, social media and public relations before starting at Express. One of Averie's goals in life is to travel to as many places as possible. She also loves spending time with her friends and family.

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Ambra Cole

Contract & Search Specialist

Ambra began working with Express in August 2007. She is originally from Decutar, AL and graduated from Auburn University with a Bachelor's of Arts is Psychology. Ambra worked as an International Student Coordinator for a University in St. Gallen, Switzerland before joining the Express family. She loves to travel and read and is a mom to one amazing girl and two crazy dogs.

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Kevin Downey

Skilled Trade Recruiter

Kevin started at Express in October 2022. Kevin is from Keller, TX. Previous to working at Express, he sold life and health insurance and had experience recruiting for the CDL/logistics field. Kevin loves all things basketball and his sweet puppy, Penny Lane.

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Grant Duesterhaus

South Fort Worth Account Manager

Grant joined the Express family in January 2025. He has been in sales for seven years selling a variety of products and services, including automotive, energy, and company equipment. He is from Meredosia, IL (central Illinois) and believes in building strong, foundational relationships with people. When it comes to his role at Express, he says “I’m not selling employment services but helping improve businesses while simultaneously improving job seekers' lives as well.” Grant also loves sports, and his love for it is rooted in seeing teammates and himself improve over time, all working toward one common goal.

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Keely Jendel

Dallas/Fort Worth Developer Rep & Light Industrial Recruiter

Keely began her career with Express in January 2013. She is from Taylor, TX right outside of Austin and graduated from the University of North Texas. Before joining the Express team she worked as a manager in retail. Keely has two kids, three dogs, enjoys crafting and LOVES all things Disney.

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Brittany Klipp

Accounting & Finance Recruiter

Brittany started working for Express in September 2014. She's originally from the Bay Area in California, but moved to TX for college. Brittany graduated with a Bachelor's in Business Administration from Texas Christian University. Before becoming part of the Express family, Brittany had experience in admin/recruiting support for a marketing sales company. Outside of work, Brittany enjoys activities with her dog and spending time with friends and family.

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Clayton McClenan

Downtown Fort Worth Account Manager

Clayton joined the Express team in September 2024. He grew up playing baseball in Fort Worth, TX and was the starting pitcher all five years of his collegiate career at Western Texas College and Cameron University. He graduated with an AS degree in Pre-Nursing and a BS in Sports & Exercise Science with a minor in Chemistry. Outside of Express, he enjoys staying active ny going to the gym, playing golf, and hunting/fishing.

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Tim Payne

Senior Recruiter

Tim began his career with Express in July 2007. He is from Arlington, TX, but went to high school in Aledo. He attended Florida College, a two-year Christian school in Tampa, FL, before finishing a Bachelor's in Business Studies in Organizational Behavior/HR Management with a minor in Spanish at the University of North Texas. Before Express, Tim worked in Human Resources at a hotel. He enjoys hanging out with his family and going hiking, especially in cool mountain places. His family's favorite is Yellowstone National Park. Tim also coaches his son's baseball team and plays in a couple of softball leagues.

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Samantha Soto

Front Office Coordinator

Samantha became part of Express in September 2021. She was born and raised in Fort Worth, TX, graduated from Trimble Tech and went to school to be a medical assistant. She now attends Tarrant County College in pursuit of her Business degree. Prior to Express, Samantha was an admin for a commercial tire repair company for several years. She takes pride in her three children and eight-year-old bloodhound mix named Rocky.

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Jamie Tarpenning

Sales Manager

Jamie started working for Express in July 2015. She's originally from Tyler, TX and received her Bachelor's of Business Administration from the University of Texas at Tyler. Before joining the Express team, she was a sales rep for a gift company. Since coming to Express, she has been recognized as one of the top Account Managers within the 800+ Express offices for eight years! Jamie has one son and two long-haired dachshunds. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and family.

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Will Turner

North Fort Worth Account Manager

Will has been a part of the Express Family since 2022. He served as an employment specialist for two years Express Employment in Lubbock, TX before becoming an Account Manager at the Fort Worth office in April 2024. Will is from Aledo, TX and graduated from Texas Tech. When he’s not working, Will enjoys taking advantage of his season tickets for Texas Tech football, supporting Tech athletics, and traveling.

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