DeShanna Weaver
DeShanna Weaver is an accomplished recruiter with an 18-year career spanning staffing agencies, IT recruiting, and specialized blue-collar recruitment. Currently, she serves as Divisional Recruiter at Hajoca Corporation, where she has dedicated the past seven years to building high-performing teams and connecting candidates with meaningful career opportunities. She discovered her true passion in blue-collar recruitment, finding fulfillment in placing talented individuals in roles that fuel both their professional growth and the success of the companies she represents. For DeShanna, the most notable achievement in her career is the work itself—the opportunity to make a lasting impact on people’s careers and lives.
Her professional journey highlights consistent drive and excellence in recruitment. At Randstad USA, she progressed from Staffing Manager to Market Manager in Fort Worth, Texas, achieving President’s Club honors three times in recognition of her outstanding performance. Her expertise spans managing teams, implementing innovative staffing strategies, and delivering results in challenging industries. Most recently, at Hajoca Corporation, she successfully recruited 10 new trainees in the plumbing sector, demonstrating her ability to thrive in industries that may lack traditional glamour but offer significant growth and opportunity. Her track record reflects adaptability, strategic insight, and a commitment to fostering talent pipelines that align with organizational goals.
A graduate of East Central University with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing, DeShanna combines academic knowledge with extensive hands-on experience to drive meaningful outcomes in recruiting and talent acquisition. Beyond her professional accomplishments, she is known for her enthusiasm, positivity, and genuine passion for the recruitment industry. She actively engages with candidates, colleagues, and industry partners, celebrating achievements and sharing insights while mentoring the next generation of recruiters. Her career is a testament to perseverance, dedication, and the profound impact of aligning one’s work with personal passion.
• East Central University - BS Marketing
• 2018 Q2 Star Performer
• Make Your Mark - Level 2 - Intermediate Status
• 2016 Q2 Star Performer
• Make Your Mark - Level 1- Novice Status
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the guidance and mentorship I have received over the years, particularly from Stephanie Schubert, who has been my primary mentor for the past seven years. Her insight, encouragement, and expertise have been instrumental in shaping my professional growth, helping me navigate challenges, and inspiring me to continually pursue excellence in my career.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I would advise young women entering the recruiting industry to seek out a company that aligns with their personal values and to cultivate a genuine passion for both the work and the organizations they represent. Success in this field comes not only from skills and knowledge but also from authentic enthusiasm, integrity, and a commitment to building meaningful relationships with clients and candidates alike.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in both my work and personal life center around service, compassion, and community. I am deeply committed to giving back, as reflected in my volunteer work as a CASA advocate for children and my involvement in my church’s kids ministry at H2O in Ada, Oklahoma. Similarly, my family prioritizes community service, including volunteering at food banks, which has instilled in me a strong sense of responsibility to support and uplift others wherever possible.
Locations
Hajoca Corporation
Ada, OK 74820