Leadership
Leadership
Alan Lange
President
Alan is the President and driving force behind Kinetic Staffing. He founded the company in 2005 and has over two decades of experience in the staffing industry. He specializes in executive search and long-term staffing engagements, which has led him to become a trusted resource for regional and national corporations, government agencies, non-profits, and professional service firms. His passion for community involvement is evident through his various roles on several boards and committees and earned him recognition as one of Mississippi’s Top 40 Under 40. He serves on the boards of MS Blood Services, the Fondren Business Improvement District and on the Mississippi Business Finance Corporation. Alan lives in Ridgeland, MS, with his wife Holly.
Kathryn Breeland
Manager and Lead Recruiter
Kathryn was the first to join Kinetic’s team in 2007 and has since established herself as an expert in recruiting. As Manager and Lead Recruiter, she spearheads the firm’s long-term staffing projects and executive searches. Kathryn is an active member of the Capital Area Human Resource Association and Society for Human Resource Management. Presenting job offers to wonderful candidates for roles with great clients is what she enjoys the most about her job. She enjoys hiking, kickboxing, and spending time with animals in her free time.
Taza Jones
Recruiter
Taza joined Kinetic in 2022 as a Recruiter, where she focuses on direct hire clients. Although she’s the newest team member, her career in the recruiting and staffing industry began over 18 years ago and has achieved an award-winning track record in the field. Ranging from accounting and finance to HR and administration, Taza’s experience covers a broad range. What she loves the most about her job is the opportunity to connect with people. She is passionate about cat rescue and enjoys antiquing and reading.
Angie Nicholas
Accounting
Angie joined the Kinetic team in 2021 as the Accounting Coordinator. With an extensive background in accounting, she manages the day-to-day payroll, accounts receivable, and payable. She gained recruiting experience through prior employment and enjoys assisting in recruitment searches. What Angie loves most about her job is the collaborative team environment, work-life balance, and goal-oriented leadership. Outside work, you can often find her practicing yoga and going for long walks with her dog, Charlie.
Taza joined Kinetic in 2022 as a Recruiter, where she focuses on direct hire clients. Although she’s the newest team member, her career in the recruiting and staffing industry began over 18 years ago and has achieved an award-winning track record in the field. Ranging from accounting and finance to HR and administration, Taza’s experience covers a broad range. What she loves the most about her job is the opportunity to connect with people. She is passionate about cat rescue and enjoys antiquing and reading.
DLA Belcher
Accounting
DLA joined Kinetic in 2008 and has been a valuable part of the team. As Accountant, she manages the company’s finances and ensures that all financial systems are in order. When she first started, she was given the reins to all things accounting and autonomy to develop a system. The trust that was placed in her on that day and the amazing co-workers along the way are the favorite parts of her job. Outside of the office, DLA enjoys DIY projects and her dog, Archer.
Angie joined the Kinetic team in 2021 as the Accounting Coordinator. With an extensive background in accounting, she manages the day-to-day payroll, accounts receivable, and payable. She gained recruiting experience through prior employment and enjoys assisting in recruitment searches. What Angie loves most about her job is the collaborative team environment, work-life balance, and goal-oriented leadership. Outside work, you can often find her practicing yoga and going for long walks with her dog, Charlie.
Emily Damiens
Marketing & Business Development
Emily came on board in 2019 to manage Marketing and Business Development for Kinetic. Since joining the team, her keen eye and strong organizational skills have expanded her position to include logistics and streamlining operations. Emily’s favorite parts about her job are the daily challenges that allow her to be creative and strategic while learning something new. Outside of the office, you may find her cheering on the Miss. State Bulldogs with her husband or busy chasing their two girls around.
DLA joined Kinetic in 2008 and has been a valuable part of the team. As Accountant, she manages the company’s finances and ensures that all financial systems are in order. When she first started, she was given the reins to all things accounting and autonomy to develop a system. The trust that was placed in her on that day and the amazing co-workers along the way are the favorite parts of her job. Outside of the office, DLA enjoys DIY projects and her dog, Archer.
