Emerge XP

ABOUT US

Who We Are

Emerge XP: Redefining Recruitment with Heart, Purpose, and Industry Insight

At Emerge XP, we believe recruitment is more than matching resumes to job descriptions — it’s about connecting ambition with opportunity and passion with purpose. Founded by an industry veteran who understands the unique dynamics of the exhibit, live events, audiovisual, and experiential marketing sectors, Emerge XP was built to redefine the recruitment experience.

It is an agency built on experience and driven by heart.  Our story began with a simple belief: People deserve better experiences when navigating career changes and building teams. With that in mind, we set out to do things differently – to build an agency where every interaction is thoughtful and transparent.  Emerge XP is proud to be a partner, an advocate, and a guide for the clients and candidates, we serve.

Our Mission

Empower people and companies to achieve their full potential through personalized, experience-driven recruitment services.

At every stage, we prioritize communication, collaboration, and customized solutions that fit the real needs of growing businesses and advancing professionals.

Meet the Founder

Jaynie Ellison, Founder & CEO

A trusted advisor to companies and candidates across the exhibit, live events, audiovisual, and experiential sectors, Jaynie brings years of expertise and an unparalleled commitment to precision talent solutions. Throughout her career, she has worked alongside many of the industry’s most recognized organizations, placing top talent across executive leadership, creative, production, engineering, sales, account support, and other critical functions.

Jaynie’s passion for the industry extends well beyond recruitment. She actively serves on EDPA committees, supports education initiatives, and maintains a strong presence at major trade shows and events. Her deep industry engagement reflects a core belief: that staying connected to the evolving needs of both clients and candidates — and to the broader ecosystem that powers the industry — is essential.

Recognizing a need for a more human, transparent, and strategic recruitment experience, she set out to ensure that every engagement is approached with meticulous attention to detail, deep market knowledge and a commitment to personalized partnerships that last well beyond a single placement.  Emerge XP was founded to redefine recruitment through experience, innovation, and relentless commitment to getting it right — for both sides of the table. 

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