Our team
Brenda Cooke
Managing Director
With over 40 years of experience in recruitment, Brenda has placed professionals at every level, from junior roles to executive leadership — even presidents. In 1988, she founded First Choice Personnel, building a company rooted in strong relationships and a deep understanding of talent. She later earned her CPC (Certified Personnel Consultant) designation in 1990, reflecting her commitment to professionalism and excellence.
Helen Perruzza
Office Manager & Senior Account Manager
Helen Perruzza is a seasoned recruitment professional with more than 25 years of experience in the staffing and recruitment industry. As a key member of First Choice Personnel, she has helped build and grow the organization into a trusted recruitment partner for employers across a wide range of industries. Throughout her career, Helen has been dedicated to connecting businesses with exceptional talent while helping candidates advance their careers and achieve their professional goals.
Tatiana Korchagina
Account Manager/Recruitment Specialist
With nearly 10 years in the recruitment industry, Tatiana is passionate about connecting top talent with top companies. As a Recruiter and Account Manager, she specializes in both temporary and long-term placements, helping businesses find the right candidates for key roles—from management and senior leadership to engineers, estimators, coordinators, and more—across diverse industries.
Qais Momand
Account Manager/Recruitment Consultant
With more than 10 years of experience in HR and recruitment, Qais Momand has built a career around connecting great people with great opportunities. His expertise spans Technology, Construction, Manufacturing, and Engineering recruitment, where he has successfully partnered with employers to solve complex hiring challenges and build high-performing teams. Known for his relationship-driven approach, Qais believes recruitment is about more than filling positions, it's about understanding people, goals, and long-term success. When he's not recruiting, you'll likely find him playing soccer or volleyball, exploring the latest developments in Artificial Intelligence, or testing new AI tools and agents that can help businesses work smarter and more efficiently.