Jessica Combs

Managing Director

My Favorite Core Value Is “Driving Results”

After more than a decade in recruitment across agency, in-house, and private equity environments, I reached a pivotal moment in my career. I realized I wanted to pursue more meaningful, purpose-driven work that makes a lasting impact for clients and candidates alike. When I read Hiring on Purpose and learned about the Y Scouts Model, I was immediately inspired. I knew I wanted to be part of a company that empowers organizations to not only define their true purpose or DNA but also align their hiring strategies with those values—disrupting the traditional recruitment model.

As Managing Director at Y Scouts, I channel this core value by helping clients uncover leaders who believe in a greater purpose. Leaders aligned with a company’s DNA and culture don’t just perform—they inspire others, creating thriving, high-performing organizations. To quote Hiring on Purpose, “People are the only sustainable competitive advantage in today’s ever-changing business world.” This philosophy guides my work every day as I strive to drive results through purposeful, persistent, and calculated action—whether I’m supporting clients, mentoring others, or pursuing my own goals.

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Real People, Real Results

“The biggest benefit of partnering with Y Scouts is I always felt they were invested in our company's growth, not just placing a candidate. They wanted as much success for our company as I did.”
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Scott Terrell
CEO of Liberty Tax
“I had a hard time finding the right COO until I hired Y Scouts. They went so deep into understanding not just the values but exactly who I needed, and their process was completely systemized yet super personable.”
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Shanda Sumpter
CEO at HeartCore Business
“Y Scouts was able to sift through candidates, pre-interview them, and ensure they aligned with our values before presenting them to us. That was key in finding the right fit.”
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Brendon Sarracino
Managing Partner at Sargon
“The level of preparation Y Scouts put into the search process is unmatched. By the time we talked to candidates, they were the perfect fit for my client.”
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Jake Karger
Executive Coach
“I've never worked with a recruiter or search firm that invested so much time and energy into understanding our culture before finding candidates. That made all the difference.”
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TJ Blandford
CEO at Woodbine Manufacturing

Connecting Purpose-Driven Leaders to Companies That Share the Same Values

Traditional recruiting is broken, but Y Scouts has the solution. We specialize in purpose-driven executive recruiting, ensuring your company connects with leaders who are not only highly qualified but also deeply committed to your mission, vision, and values.