Bio

Stuart is the newest member of the Vaco Memphis team and  brings over 6 years of hands- on experience in logistics coupled with a long history of coaching and mentoring to the Vaco family.  As Stuart says, "I've always loved the complexity and creative thinking logistics requires but I'm even more passionate about helping people find the career they love; working with the Vaco Logistics team allows me to experience the best of both worlds. When I met Cheryl Citrone I knew this was the perfect opportunity to leverage my logistics background and really find a way to improve the industry as a whole by putting exceptional leaders into strong companies."  Why Vaco?  "Because they have the highest standards and level of professionalism in the industry."

Stuart has grown his career over the last several years and worked with some of the key players in the industry.  He's worked in import and export operations and both international and domestic transport.  His strong background in compliance and operational management allows him to really connect with candidates and clients and ensure that every candidate he works with has, not just the required skills for the job, but goals and aspirations that are a good match for the client's team.  His goal isn't to get someone the right job; it's to get them to the next opportunity that will allow them to realize their full potential and create the life and career they dream of.

Not only is Stuart the newest member of the Vaco team, he's also a new American citizen.  Stuart hails from Scotland but spent the last 20 years in the U.S.  When asked what influenced him to become a citizen he explained "I was always told that you could be anything you wanted in the United States.  I grew up counting on that fact.  And it's true; I've been given the wonderful opportunity to earn a living doing what I love.  Now I want everyone else to realize what an amazing country we live in and help everyone else have the chance to find their perfect opportunity."

In addition to passions for logistics and recruiting, Stuart is a lifelong soccer player and loves to coach and train new players.  In mentoring young players he discovered his passion for helping people grow and discover that there are no limits to their own potential.  It's this drive and excitement he hopes to instill in the candidates he partners with in his work at Vaco.

When not working, Stuart spends all his free time with his family and large circle of friends.  He's especially proud of his daughter Delaney who will be a freshman at Bartlett High this year but performing with the varsity band.  He's an avid (his family would say "rabid") football fan and golfer.  He's also proud to support St. Jude charities and other local groups that mentor and inspire young people.  You can connect with Stuart and find out more by visiting www.linkedin.com/stuartleslie.