Leadership Team

David Bristol, CSP

Chief Executive Officer

David F. Bristol has been engaged in the staffing industry since he co-founded Employee Solutions in 1997. Currently, David is the Chairman of the Board of Employee Solutions, LP and serves as President and CEO. In these positions, David created and currently manages one of the largest privately-held staffing firms in Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. Under his leadership, Employee Solutions has grown from one office with no revenue to an aggressively growing staffing company with over $875,000,000 in revenue during that period. The company has employed over 3,000 individuals on a weekly basis and provides more than 75 internal full-time jobs. During his tenure, Employee Solutions has been named to the Inc. 5000 List of fastest-growing privately held companies in 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015, and received the SMU Cox School of Business’ Dallas 100 Award in 2012, 2013, and 2014. Additionally, Employee Solutions has been ranked by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the fastest growing staffing firms for three consecutive years. David also served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Texas Association of Staffing for two terms.

David earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the United States Air Force Academy in 1987 and served as an active duty fighter pilot from 1988 to 1996, flying F-111s and F-15Es. During that period, he and his family lived in Europe where he deployed to frequent contingency operations throughout the world. He is a combat veteran with several citations and awards, including the Distinguished Flying Cross, Meritorious Service Medal, as well as numerous Air Medals. After his active duty career, David joined the Air Force Reserve, serving as an Instructor Pilot at Euro NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training in Wichita Falls, Texas. He retired in 2007. He is a Commercial Pilot with over 2500 flying hours and previously maintained a United States Government Top Secret Clearance. In 2017, he was awarded the Congressional Veterans Commendation (CVC) by Congressman Sam Johnson, and in 2019 served on Congressman Van Taylor’s CVC Board.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, David was elected as an Alderman for the Town of Prosper in 2004, serving two full terms and was twice elected as Mayor Pro Tem. While a council member, he served as the Vice Chairman for the Home Rule Charter Commission and introduced many procedures and business practices to help run the town more efficiently. He has also served as Vice President of the Collin County Planning Board, as a member of the Board of Prosper Bank (now Texas Bank), a Director of Leadership Frisco, and as Vice Chairman of the Governing Board of Centennial Medical Center in Frisco. Additionally, has served three terms on the North Central Texas Workforce Development Board, and currently serves as its Vice President. Additionally, since 2012 he has served on the Town of Prosper Economic Development Corporation, where he is the President. He currently serves on the Collin County Business and Industry Council supporting the County Judge. In 2020, he was appointed by Governor Greg Abbot as a member of the Red River Boundary Commission. He and his wife, Mendy, have been married since 1989, and are actively involved with numerous local community organizations while supporting various local charities. They have three adult children and one grandchild.

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Terri Shoate, CSP

Vice President

Terri Shoate has been working in the staffing industry since 1997. She has been employed at Employee Solutions since 2000, where she began as an Onsite Manager. After starting the Onsite program for one of Employee Solutions’ largest accounts in 2004, Terri was promoted to Director of Operations. In 2007, she was promoted to Vice President of Operations, where she was responsible for Employee Solutions’ entire operation. Terri has a Certified Staffing Professional (CSP) designation and is an alumnus of Leadership Garland. Because of her ability to grasp concepts quickly and her desire to learn more about human resources procedures, Terri has excelled in her position. The administrative guidance has been invaluable to draw out her qualities in allowing her to excel in promoting the goals that Employee Solutions has set for her. In 2017, Terri was named Vice President for Employee Solutions.

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Shelby Park Beshara, JD, CSP

General Counsel

In her role as General Counsel, Shelby Park leads the company in all legal matters and ensures all personnel remain in compliance with all applicable law. She earned her juris doctor and bachelor’s degree from the University of Oklahoma and attended two universities in Mexico and Oxford University in England along the way. Prior to joining Employee Solutions in early 2013, she ran a private law practice and has experience in many areas of law. Shelby is a member of the State Bar of Texas and is a qualified mediator.

Tracy Cutts, CSP

Regional Manager, Texas - East

Tracy Cutts joined Employee Solutions in 2004 as a member of the business development team. After learning she excelled in customer service and retention, she was transitioned into Operations and has held multiple positions. Tracy has been Branch Manager for our Farmers Branch location, Strategic Account Manager over some of our oldest partner companies, and Regional Manager with locations in Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma. In 2015, she was promoted to Operations Manager. Tracy’s flexibility and willingness to do whatever it takes to “get the job done” has propelled her into her current leadership role. From the moment she walked into the original Richardson office, she knew she was home. Tracy has a Certified Staffing Professional designation and is an alumnus of Leadership Garland, class of 25.

Marcee Etheridge, CSP

Regional Manager, Texas - West

Marcee Etheridge joined Employee Solutions in 2010 and began as an Onsite Manager at one of Employee Solutions’ largest, long tenured accounts. She has been in the staffing industry since 1993 and has experience in operations, sales and management. She was promoted as the Trainer and Development Specialist in 2019, then to Regional Operations Manager of DFW-Westin 2021.Marcee has a Certified Staffing Professional (CSP) designation and is an alumnus of Leadership Garland.

Jonathan Bennett, CSP

Regional Manager, Arkansas & Oklahoma

Jonathan started working for Employee Solutions in 2015 as the Branch Manager for the new Arkansas office. He was able to use his management and leadership skills to grow Arkansas and eventually Oklahoma. Jonathan was promoted to Operations Manager in 2018. His philosophy of “there is always a way” and “never use can’t” has allowed him continued success. Before joining Employee Solutions, he was a member of the United States Air Force and managed production and lead sales/service for a large chemical company. Jonathan has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Marketing and Management. He completed his Masters of Human Resource Management from AIU in 2015. Jonathan is a member of SHRM and holds the designation of Certified Staffing Professional.