Rachel Slowey
Rachel Slowey is a visionary leader and recognized authority in the contingent staffing and workforce solutions industry, serving as Senior Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Client Success at Elevait Solutions, a service-disabled Veteran-owned small business. With more than 20 years of experience in business development, staffing, and strategic account management, Rachel has cultivated a reputation for delivering innovative workforce solutions, building high-impact partnerships, and optimizing talent strategies for Fortune 100–500 companies. At Elevait, she spearheads initiatives that not only address complex workforce challenges but also advance diversity, equity, and inclusion by creating pathways for Veterans and underrepresented communities to thrive in civilian careers. Her approach combines strategic foresight with a deep commitment to client success, fostering long-term relationships that drive measurable business outcomes.
In addition to her corporate leadership, Rachel is a passionate advocate for community service and social impact. She co-founded and serves as President of The Giving Girls, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals affected by breast cancer in the Tampa Bay area. Inspired by her own journey battling HER2+ stage III breast cancer, Rachel established the organization to provide patients with emotional support, educational resources, and access to vital programs and services, partnering with institutions such as the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center. Her philanthropic efforts extend beyond healthcare, encompassing initiatives that empower Veterans and elevate diverse professionals through mentorship programs, speaking engagements, and active participation in industry-focused nonprofits such as the Diversity Alliance for Science (DA4S).
Rachel’s professional accomplishments have been widely recognized. She has been named one of the World Staffing Awards Top 100 Leaders for three consecutive years (2023–2025), a Tampa Bay Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree, and a finalist for the Women of Work Awards, reflecting her influence as a thought leader and advocate for equitable workforce development. A graduate of the State University of New York at Fredonia with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Economics, Rachel combines her extensive expertise, leadership acumen, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive meaningful change in both the corporate and nonprofit sectors. Her career exemplifies resilience, strategic innovation, and an unwavering commitment to building inclusive, high-performing teams that make a lasting impact on communities and organizations alike.
• 2026 MFE Top Ten
• WoW: Women of Work Finalist
• World Staffing Award - Top 100 Staffing Leaders to watch in 2025
• Connecting Thought Leadership to Sales and Lead Generation
• Ideation for Leaders
• Managing Up, Down, and Across the Organization
• World Staffing Award - Top 100 Staffing Leaders to watch in 2024
• World Staffing Award - Top 100 Staffing Leaders to watch in 2023
• State University of New York at Fredonia - BSBA
• Children's Cancer Center
• Gasparilla Music Foundation
• IAMCP
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to the guidance and mentorship I’ve received, particularly from Pam Sands, who has been a significant influence in my industry. Her support and example inspired me to give back by mentoring others through Elevate Solutions’ Skill Search program, helping emerging professionals grow and succeed. I believe that learning from others and paying that knowledge forward has been key to my own achievements.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values that guide me in both my professional and personal life are compassion, integrity, and service to others. I am deeply committed to making a positive impact, which inspired me to start my own charity, Giving Girls, in 2019, where I focus on empowering and supporting those in need. Whether in my career or personal endeavors, I strive to lead with empathy, uphold ethical standards, and create meaningful change in the communities I serve.