Founder & Recruiting Partner

My name is Katrina Pankuch and it all started with an aspiration: to help others to achieve more.

After 15+ years in HR and Talent Acquisition, I found myself looking for new employment. The all too familiar catch? Companies were ghosting me, treating me like my interview process was disrupting their days, responding to my applications 8 months after submission (true story). Can you relate? Communication is key; relationships are critical; and in those moments I realized I could be providing that positive recruiting and hiring experience to others, instead of searching for it myself. Alas, Aspire Talent Solutions, LLC.

Recruiting doesn’t have to be difficult. Finding your next career should be exciting.  Our goal is to bring simplicity back to recruiting.

I have led recruiting teams across several industries including retail, manufacturing and distribution, and machinery, to name a few. I’ve been responsible for recruiting high-volume entry-level roles to high-level executives of global organizations. From customer service to VPs, my focus is always on providing best-in-class hiring experiences to the individual and to the organization.

When I'm not Aspiring professionally, you can find me crafting with my little ones, getting my Spin on, reading Suspense & Thriller books, or pretending to know what I'm doing in my pepper garden.

I look forward to connecting and partnering with you!

Recruiting Partner

With a strong background in high-volume recruiting and talent management, Erin brings expertise in full life cycle recruitment, healthcare staffing, and university relations to Aspire Talent Solutions. She has a proven track record of developing strategic recruitment initiatives that attract top talent and align with organizational goals.

In her most recent role within the construction industry, Erin developed and executed recruitment strategies across various departments, focusing on operations and other critical areas. She managed the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviews, and offer negotiations, ensuring alignment with job requirements and company culture.

Earlier in her career, Erin gained significant experience as a Healthcare Recruiter, where she successfully developed and implemented recruitment strategies for healthcare professionals. She managed the full recruiting cycle, from sourcing and interviewing candidates to negotiating offers and overseeing the onboarding process. She also supported retention efforts and ensured that all placements were aligned with both client and employee expectations.

Erin holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health Services Administration from Eastern Kentucky University and has developed a robust skill set in sourcing, interviewing, and placing talent across various industries.

Outside of work, Erin enjoys playing, watching, and attending sports games, especially the Reds and Bengals games. She also stays busy with her husband and 1 year old son. They like to spend time outside at nearby parks and the zoo. Erin is committed to both personal and professional growth. She is passionate about creating inclusive work environments and contributing to the continued success of Aspire Talent Solutions. 

Director of Business Development

I’m a firm believer that great businesses are built on great people. That belief has shaped my career across industries and continents—from leading editorial teams in the Middle East to driving business development and talent strategy across the U.S.

Currently, I serve as Director of Business Development at Aspire Talent Solutions, where I partner with organizations to design impactful hiring strategies, foster lasting client relationships, and connect exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities. With a strong foundation in recruitment, strategic partnerships, and client success, I bring a holistic approach to business growth—one that balances people, process, and potential.

Earlier in my career, I had the unique opportunity to live in Amman, Jordan, where I served as Editor-in-Chief of FHM Magazine Middle East. That experience not only deepened my leadership skills but also expanded my global perspective and sharpened my ability to communicate with clarity and purpose.

What drives me is simple: helping businesses grow by empowering the people within them.

Let’s connect—I always enjoy thoughtful conversations about talent, leadership, and building teams that thrive.