About Prevail
Why Prevail Exists
Meet Our Team
The Prevail Recruiting team is a group of some of the best recruiters in the nation that are dedicated to reshaping the recruiting landscape. Led by founders Ryan Berry and Max Hansen, our team combines cutting edge AI technology with the best recruiters in the industry to deliver outstanding results.
Ryan Berry
Founder & CEO
With over 15 years in the recruiting industry, Ryan Berry has built and led high-performing teams at some of the nation’s top staffing agencies. Known for his recruiter-first approach, Ryan founded Prevail Recruiting to create the agency he always wished existed — one that blends cutting-edge AI technology with industry-leading compensation, autonomy, and culture. His vision is simple: empower top recruiters, deliver unmatched results for clients, and redefine what success looks like in staffing.
Max Hansen
Co-Founder
Max Hansen brings more than two decades of experience in executive search and staffing, with a proven track record of helping organizations build high-impact leadership teams. As Founder & CEO of Y Scouts, Max has pioneered purpose-driven recruiting, aligning talent with mission and culture to drive long-term success. At Prevail Recruiting, he leverages his deep industry expertise, national network, and passion for innovation to help top performers reach new levels, and deliver lasting results for clients.
Chris De Cecco
VP of Recruiting
Considered one of the top thought leaders in the staffing and recruiting industry today, Chris has spent nearly three decades shaping the field through both sales and operational leadership. Since beginning his career in 1997 as a technical recruiter, he has guided top-performing divisions at some of the largest firms while mentoring leaders and helping architect some of the most profitable recruiting systems in practice today. In addition to his success as a producer and executive, Chris has worked at a technical level to innovate tools that continue to advance modern recruiting. His approach looks beyond metrics to the core of people, aligning talent with mission and culture to drive lasting success.
Jonathan Santo
Recruiting Manager
With more than a decade of experience in sales, client partnership, and executive search, Jonathan Santo is a trusted advisor helping organizations secure the leadership talent that drives growth. Often described as a “jack of all trades,” he has successfully placed leaders across insurance, accounting and finance, technology, manufacturing, and sales. This versatility allows him to adapt seamlessly to each client’s unique challenges while bringing industry-specific insight to every engagement. Recognized for building long-term, trust-based relationships, Jonathan approaches every search as a true partnership. By combining market knowledge with a consultative, results-driven style, he delivers solutions that strengthen teams, solve complex talent challenges, and create lasting organizational impact.
Evan Cornutt
Recruiting Manager
With seven years in recruiting, Evan has built a reputation for consistency, adaptability, and trusted partnerships across Technology, Legal, and Manufacturing. Known for his efficiency and attention to detail, he excels at understanding client needs, uncovering creative solutions, and making strategic matches others might miss. Evan has also led top-performing teams, becoming one of the youngest managers at a leading staffing firm—proof of his drive, leadership, and ability to deliver results in competitive markets.
Rachel Berry
Recruiting Manager
Rachel Berry is an executive recruiter with over a decade of experience helping companies build high-performing teams across multiple industries, with a primary focus on technology. She has a proven track record as a top producer, generating multiple six-figure quarters and delivering results as both a recruiter and leader. Rachel treats recruiting as a business decision, not a transaction. She focuses on aligning the goals of the company with the motivations of the candidate to create hires that last and perform. At Prevail, she brings disciplined execution, clear communication, and a results-driven approach to every search.
Mark Johnson
Recruiting Manager
Mark Johnson has more than 15 years of experience helping companies grow by connecting them with talented professionals. He works with organizations of all sizes, from growing businesses to national companies, to understand their hiring needs and identify candidates who can make an immediate and lasting impact. Throughout his career, Mark has recruited across a wide range of industries and positions, from individual contributors to senior leadership. His broad experience allows him to understand different business challenges and develop recruiting strategies that support both immediate hiring needs and long-term growth. Mark takes a hands-on, relationship-driven approach to recruiting. He is committed to becoming a trusted partner by delivering strong candidates, maintaining clear communication, and helping companies build successful teams.
Sean Jenkins
Recruiting Manager
With over 7 years of legal recruiting experience, Sean specializes in connecting top legal talent with leading law firms across the country. His expertise spans both plaintiff and defense practices, partnering with firms ranging from boutique litigation practices to nationally recognized organizations. Sean is known for his consultative approach, deep understanding of the legal market, and ability to build lasting relationships with both attorneys and law firm leadership. Whether identifying exceptional candidates or advising firms on strategic hiring initiatives, he is committed to delivering an exceptional recruiting experience and long-term hiring success.
Transform Your Hiring Process with Prevail Recruiting
“Prevail Recruiting delivered exactly what we needed — top-tier talent, fast. Their blend of advanced AI tools and experienced recruiters makes the process seamless, efficient, and far more effective than traditional agencies.” - Brian Kay