Kari Ordoyne
Kari Ordoyne is an accomplished staffing and talent acquisition professional with over 28 years of experience in connecting skilled candidates with meaningful career opportunities. As an Account Executive at Lofton.Jobs in Lafayette, Louisiana, she leverages her extensive expertise in recruiting, sales, and workforce solutions to support both clients and candidates across diverse industries. Kari’s career spans leadership and sales roles at multiple staffing firms, giving her a comprehensive understanding of the staffing landscape and the strategic insight to drive business growth.
Inspired by her mother, Katina, who managed a staffing agency, Kari began her career at just 14 as a file clerk, learning the business from the ground up. Over the years, she has cultivated a reputation for building strong relationships, guiding candidates toward fulfilling opportunities, and delivering tailored staffing solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. Her success is built on authenticity, adaptability, and a genuine passion for transforming lives through meaningful work.
Kari balances her professional achievements with a commitment to family and personal integrity. She dedicates her free time to her two young sons, ensuring that her personal values of perseverance, respect, and service inform both her work and life. Looking forward, Kari remains focused on driving strategic growth for Lofton.Jobs while continuing to positively impact the careers of those she serves.
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the foundation my mother, Katina, laid for me and the passion she inspired at a young age. Watching her manage an agency sparked my interest in staffing, and I began my career as a file clerk at 14, learning the business from the ground up. Over the past 28 years, I have been driven by the opportunity to connect people with meaningful careers, transforming lives along the way. My success stems from staying true to myself while remaining adaptable, allowing me to build genuine rapport with clients and candidates alike. Looking ahead, my focus remains on fostering strategic growth for my company while continuing to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice for young women entering this demanding industry is straightforward: this field is not for the faint of heart. You must embrace rejection as part of the journey and rely on perseverance to drive your success.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in the staffing industry today is navigating a highly competitive market while meeting the evolving needs of both clients and candidates. At the same time, there are tremendous opportunities to leverage technology, build strong relationships, and create meaningful career connections that transform lives. Staying adaptable and proactive allows me to turn these challenges into opportunities for growth and impact.
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 are integrity, dedication, and family. I strive to bring honesty and commitment to everything I do professionally, while any free time I have is devoted to my two young sons, aged 3 and 5, who are my greatest joy and inspiration.