Jessica Combs: Managing Director at Y Scouts

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.”
Scott-Terrell
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.”
Shanda-Sumpter
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.”
Brendon-Sarracino
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.”
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.”
TJ-Blanford
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.