Meet The
Sigred Group Team
Tina Schust Robinson
Senior Client Advisor
Lee Meadows
PhD
Senior Client Advisor
Ovell Barbee, Jr.
Mike Dergis, Partner
Mike has over 25 years of experience in operational management, executive recruiting, organizational development, and international strategy consulting. Having served in senior management positions in industry and consulting, Mike has a well-rounded understanding of organizational strategy and recruiting.
Mike founded the Sigred Group to help clients increase their profitability by leveraging the team’s unique skills and experiences to create pragmatic solutions.
Mike is passionate about connecting people. He enjoys bringing together people that should know each other and is always looking to grow his network.
Kristi Stepp, Partner
Kristi has over 25 years of experience in human resources across the automotive, healthcare and workforce solutions sectors. Her experience includes strategic planning,
change management, operational excellence and team collaboration.
Video: see and hear her speak on leadership lessons.
Kristi is passionate about education and learning. In addition to her professional experience leading global learning for Fortune 500 organizations, she also serves on the boards of Focus: HOPE and Pewabic Pottery, non-profits based in Detroit.
Erin Fitzpatrick,
Senior Client Advisor
Erin joined the Sigred Group from Pet Supplies Plus where she led the implementation of their Learning Management System and developed in-person and virtual training courses for all levels of the organization. She has six+ years of Human Resources Management and Training Development.
Erin understands all aspects of HR, Recruiting and Organizational Development. Prior to joining Sigred Solutions, she was an HR Administrator for an automotive supplier, focused on recruiting and a Benefits Coordinator for a national professional employer organization.
Erin is passionate about helping people find new and exciting ways to continue growing professionally. She enjoys bringing people together so that they can shine their brightest.
Shannon Allen,
Senior Client Advisor
Shannon has amassed over 20 years of experience, specializing in Talent Management, Leadership & Career Development, Coaching, Workforce Planning, Manufacturing Strategy, and Plant Operations. She has successfully directed leadership development programs for executives and has developed mentorship programs. Shannon believes everyone has potential and everyone grows differently, the key is tapping into it. She actively shares her leadership and career development experience to aid professional development.
Shannon is highly motivated and enthusiastic about promoting leadership and the growth of others. She was featured in Jo Miller's Women's Leadership Emerging Leader Spotlight, and quoted for International Women's Day, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's strengths and passions, which ultimately reflects in one's work.
Pat Sliter,
Senior Director - Business Development
Pat is a seasoned business development and marketing professional with over 40 years of experience. She is renowned for her expertise in driving revenue growth, establishing strategic partnerships, and expanding market presence. Throughout her career, Pat has excelled in diverse environments, consistently demonstrating her unwavering commitment to excellence and innovative thinking.
Pat's career is a testament to her dedication to excellence and having a positive impact on organizations and communities. Her wealth of experience and versatile skill position her as a trusted partner for clients seeking sustained growth and success in today's complex business landscape.
Evelyn Summerville,
Senior Client Advisor
Evelyn has over 25 years of experience guiding teams to success in Fortune 500 companies. Since 2015, Evelyn has focused on coaching individuals and teams to honor their purpose, values, strengths priorities on a daily basis. She is accredited through the International Coaching Federation.
Evelyn's professional experience includes 20 years with Kelly Services where she rose to become the Director of Marketing Research and Analysis.
Evelyn is passionate about leadership and teambuilding. She enjoys helping people improve their relationships and discover ways to achieve success together.
Tina Schust Robinson,
Senior Client Advisor
Tina has 20+ years of experience in management consulting, sales operations, technology advising, and human resources. She has partnered with leading organizations including Fabletics, FOX Sports, National Wildlife Federation and SAP.
From personal branding and group facilitation to talent development and executive coaching, Tina helps leaders drive business outcomes, deliver team results, and unleash individual human potential.
Tina is passionate about helping leaders at all levels uncover and unlock their best selves to create wildly successful organizations powered by joyful and purposeful employees.
Lee Meadows, PhD,
Senior Client Advisor
Lee joined the Sigred Group from Walsh College where he was a Professor of Management. Lee has over 40 years of experience in teaching and coaching at organizations across the country.
Lee had a detailed understanding of what makes organizations successful. In addition to his work with Walsh College and now Sigred Solutions, Lee is the President of the Board of the National Association of African Americans in Human Resources.
Lee is passionate about helping managers become leaders and believes that leadership is about giving a d@mn.
Ovell Barbee, Jr.,
Senior Client Advisor
Ovell has over 30 years of HR leadership experience in a variety of organizations. He is a sought-after speaker who has chaired the National HR Healthcare conference and has been featured on many, webcasts, podcasts and news articles, where he speaks about HR and DEI topics.
Ovell's experience includes HR leadership roles in a Tier One automotive OEM and CHRO roles with several healthcare organizations.
Ovell is passionate about coaching and providing guidance/ mentorship. He answers HR and DEI questions through his "AskOvell.com" website, where his slogan is, "You better ask somebody!"
“The speed and quality of the candidates and the search were exceptional.”