About Arkansas Talent Group
Arkansas Talent Group connects top talent with exceptional companies in the state of Arkansas
ATG is an Arkansas-based permanent placement recruitment firm that specializes in Accounting, Finance, and Human Resources. ATG was created to provide a local top-tier service that offers a first-class experience. Due to our deep network and 25+ years of experience, we want to offer a consultative approach to our business partners that is second to none. Our partners live and work in Arkansas and want both candidates and businesses to thrive in our state.
ATG’s “EPPIC” Core Values is what the foundation of our company is built upon
Excellence | Deliver a first-class experience
We pledge to deliver a first-class experience built on superior quality and unmatched performance. We set a high standard in our industry to always go above and beyond what is expected and are committed to success. Our “excellence” lies in our 25+ years of experience, white glove service, innovative pricing, and transparent and proven process.
Passion | We love what we do
Simply put- we love what we do. Our purpose in life is to mentor, develop, and connect top talent with companies so they can thrive. We are passionate about our state, recruitment, and industries in which we serve. We are also passionate about our community and believe in giving back to our local communities through service and financial assistance. This passion can be seen and felt through our communication, actions, and results.
Partnership | Collaboration built on trust and respect
ATG views our clients and candidates as long-term partners, not transactions. Collaboration, transparency, and taking a consultative approach to all relationships allow us to build long-lasting relationships and raving fans. We partner with you to ensure a tailored recruitment strategy that aligns with your specific needs and values.
Integrity | Ethics above all else
Honesty and Integrity will always be our guiding principle. ATG upholds integrity by maintaining constant communication throughout our proven recruitment process, adhering to ethical practices, and always putting the best interests of clients and candidates first.
Communication | Connecting people through communication
Communication is our business, and we value the importance of reliable, direct, timely, and transparent communication. We are accessible, honest, and clear with our communication-something you can always expect from our team at ATG.
ATG’s services
Leadership that leads with relationships
Arkansas Talent Group firmly believes that true leadership goes hand-in-hand with cultivating meaningful relationships. Our approach to executive search and local recruitment prioritizes not only finding exceptional candidates but also fostering long-lasting partnerships that drive success for our clients.
Chris Chunn, Co-founder
Chris Chunn is the Partner & Co-Founder of Arkansas Talent Group. Chris was born and raised in Arkansas and graduated from the University of Arkansas with his Bachelor’s in Finance. Chris has 12+ years of sales and recruiting experience, with the last 10+ years working for a Fortune 500 Recruiting Firm specializing in Accounting, Finance, HR, and Executive level placements. Chris is active in the community and has served on several boards in the Little Rock area. Chris currently lives in Central Arkansas with his wife Stephanie and his 3-year-old identical twin boys. Chris enjoys traveling, golf, real estate, pool time with the family, his dog Charlie, and enjoying the outdoors
Stephanie Shine, Co-founder
Stephanie Shine is the Partner & Co-Founder of Arkansas Talent Group. Stephanie has over 15 years of recruitment experience, with the last 13 with a large recruitment firm specializing in Accounting, Finance, HR, and Executive level placements. Stephanie has held progressive leadership roles during her career in recruitment and has served on several board leadership roles including; Rotary International, AFWA, and IMA. She has been recognized in regional publications in Arkansas Business, Soiree Women to Watch, and several other Executive Spotlights throughout the years. Stephanie has a degree in Management from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale and an MBA from Missouri State University. Stephanie lives in Little Rock, and has two children and a husband John who all enjoy the outdoors including; road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and spending time at the lake.
Jennifer Thompson, Sr. Talent Recruiter
Jennifer Thompson is a Sr. Talent Recruiter at ATG and brings over 20 years of diverse recruiting experience across industries such as financial services, accounting & finance, HR, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and sales. Jennifer has held progressive roles from recruiting to leading and developing recruiting teams and processes while successfully developing relationships with hiring managers and candidates, ensuring each reach their goals. Jennifer is actively involved in her community, participating in local charities and her daughter’s school activities. Proud to call Little Rock home, she lives there with her husband, daughter, and two dogs. Her free time is enjoyed by spending quality time with her family, sharing big smiles and laughter, and cheering on her daughter at her extracurricular activities.
Jennifer brings a deep bench of both industry and agency experience.
Bailey Clark, Talent Recruiter
Bailey Clark is a Talent Recruiter for Arkansas Talent Group and brings over 15+ years of industry experience in accounting to the team. She started her career in accounting in 2008 working for a public accounting firm. Since then, she has worked in the wholesale/distribution, construction, and consulting industries. She prides herself on being an effective leader, earning the trust, respect and friendship of those she works with. In addition to being a talent recruiter for ATG, Bailey serves as the Vice President of Operations of one of our industry partners Flexion Point, and also serves on multiple nonprofit boards in Little Rock. Outside of work and volunteering, Bailey enjoys spending time with her husband Michael and their three children and traveling.
Arkansas Talent Group is an Arkansas based permanent placement recruitment firm
We take pride in our identity as an Arkansas-based recruitment firm, and we consider our deep local roots and community connections as our greatest strength. More than 25 years of relationship building across Arkansas empowers us to deliver personalized services, for every client, every service, every time.