Signature Back Office Solutions’ Leadership Team

Jon is a seasoned industry veteran with over 25 years of progressive leadership in recruiting and staffing. His career includes roles as Branch Manager, Vice President, and Chief Revenue Officer.

As CEO, Jon leverages his industry knowledge to provide comprehensive back-office support to search and staffing firms nationwide. Since 2006, Signature’s platform has empowered hundreds of firms to fill over 50,000 contract staffing assignments in dozens of industries.

Prior to joining Signature, Jon served as Chief Revenue Officer at MATRIX Resources leading sales and recruiting teams in 16 markets, generating over $275 million. He played a key role in the sale of MATRIX to Motion Recruitment and subsequent integration of sales and recruiting functions for the combined organization.

Jon is a former officer in the US Army and earned his bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Central Oklahoma.

Signature Back Office Solutions founder Sean Powell began his career as a disbursement clerk in the U.S. Navy. Afterward, he joined CSC Corporation, where he rose to become vice president of operations, notably excelling in managing business units like business insurance. 

In 2006, Sean had a vision to simplify employment, insurance, funding, and compliance for staffing and executive search firms. His innovative strategy involved paying gross profits to staffing firms weekly, driving growth. Under his leadership, Signature Back Office Solutions processed payments for around 10,000 employees in 2022. 

Sean also boasts professional growth as a property casualty underwriter and holds an active general lines insurance agent license, further enhancing his insurance expertise. 

Troy is an accomplished leader with a background spanning finance, consulting, and operations. Currently overseeing key functions at Signature Back Office Solutions, his prior roles include President and CFO of Tax Advisors Group, leadership at Viscern consulting, and positions as CFO and COO for Dallas-based hedge funds and family offices. Troy also founded Surge Advisors, specializing in cost reduction strategies. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Management Information Systems from Southern Methodist University. 

Michelle’s career began at Paragon Insurance Group, where she quickly rose to lead underwriter in the non-standard auto group. In 2006, she co-founded Signature Back Office Solutions with Sean Powell. Her pivotal contributions fueled the company’s growth and enhanced its ability to serve a growing clientele. Michelle is dedicated to personalized client service and innovative solutions. She actively recruits and trains staff, emphasizing excellence in every role. Her journey is defined by unwavering commitment and innovation in insurance and business operations. 

Brandy brings a wealth of experience from her diverse background in customer-facing roles. Her most recent position as a coordinator at Wolfgang Puck Catering allowed her to successfully manage the logistics of numerous catering events across multiple locations. Prior to this, Brandy served as a general manager at Urban Air and Shenaniganz, overseeing sales, management, staffing, and operations. At Signature Back Office Solutions, Brandy plays a pivotal role in cultivating relationships with our clients as they embark on their journey with us. In addition, Brandy takes charge of compliance reporting, serving as the go-to person for verification and claims within the Signature team. Driven by her dedication to responsiveness, Brandy finds fulfillment in assisting individuals and resolving problems. She is passionate about providing exemplary customer service, offering valuable support to both our clients and colleagues.

Shanna Grimm is a seasoned professional in payroll and operations management, currently overseeing the payroll and operations teams at Signature. In this role, she ensures the accurate processing of payroll for thousands of employees and manages the collection of approved time.

Shanna’s extensive experience spans several key positions. She began her career as an Area Manager for Cottonwood Financial, where she developed her foundational skills in operations and management. She then transitioned to Ultara Holdings as an HR and Payroll Coordinator, where she gained valuable insights into payroll processes and human resources.

Shanna’s journey continued with a significant role at Cvent as a Senior Payroll Analyst, where she excelled in handling complex payroll responsibilities for four years. Prior to that, she worked as a Payroll Analyst at Pinnacle Group for three years, where she built her expertise in payroll management.

Shanna holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication/Media Studies from Western Michigan University. Her diverse background, combined with her strong communication skills, positions her as a key asset at Signature, where she ensures the payroll and operations teams function with excellence and efficiency.