Shannon Warren is the founder and CEO of Matrix HR, a full-service recruitment agency specializing in the placement of top-skilled trades workforce and turn-key, streamlined, effective staffing solutions for companies of all sizes across Canada and the US. Since 2002, Shannon has developed Matrix from a small, 3-person startup into a thriving multi-million dollar force in the North American recruiting and staffing solutions space.Shannon’s journey to becoming a leader in the staffing industry began as a mission to transform and professionalize the skilled trades industry by imparting the best of white-collar workplace practices: stable and long-term employment, fair, competitive wages, retirement contributions, benefits, apprenticeship training, tuition refunds, and opportunities for advancement, into typically blue-collar industries. This groundbreaking People-Centric shift in philosophy and culture inspires hard work, reliability, trust, and mutual respect. Building on his own experience as a carpenter and his progression through to general contractor for major projects and into leadership roles, Shannon developed a unique insight into the perspectives of both management and the labour workforce.A powerful differentiator in the Matrix culture is a focus on mentorship, inclusivity, diversity, and the cultivation of a healthy work environment.Shannon is renowned for his entrepreneurial drive, his expertise in business growth, strategic planning, the development of new ventures, and staffing services management. He brings over 21 years of experience in recruitment, people management, and human resources to Matrix HR. His philosophy is that successful businesses are built on strong partnerships, and he prioritizes building resilient and lasting relationships with his clients and employees. Shannon is passionate about helping people reach their full potential and is committed to guiding his team members to make the most of their skills and experience.

• Collaborated with fellow board members at OpenCircle to provide strategic direction and oversight for the organization.• Contributed valuable insights and perspectives to board discussions, leveraging my industry knowledge and experience.• Actively participated in decision-making processes to drive the company's growth and success.

We are pleased to announce a significant new joint venture partnership between our organization and Metis Settlements Development Corporation of Alberta named Matrix MSLP Limited Partnership (MMLP). Under this important partnership, Matrix will leverage its robust network of skilled and qualified construction labour resources and its comprehensive catalogue of HR services to facilitate enriching and profitable contracts between Metis Settlements Development Corporation and companies across a broad spectrum of industries with a goal of generating long term revenues for Metis Settlements of Alberta.

• Collaborated with staffing owners to grow the local chapter of ACSESS in Calgary.• Facilitated networking opportunities and knowledge sharing among peers.• Contributed to the development and expansion of the staffing services industry in Alberta.

Matrix Kitimaat Joint Venture Limited Partnership (MKJV) is the premier choice for businesses seeking top-tier staffing solutions. As a majority First Nation owned company, we are uniquely positioned to provide exceptional services for the placement and management of skilled trades employees across Canada.With a comprehensive suite of services including staffing solutions for temporary and permanent positions, payroll services, employer of record services, back office support, risk management, and payroll financing, MKJV is your go-to partner for all your staffing needs.At MKJV, our goal is to foster a family-like culture centred around our employees. We prioritise best-in-class training and safety initiatives to ensure that our team is equipped to meet and exceed our clients' expectations. We are proud to be COR certified by Energy Safety Canada in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan, as well as compliant with ISNetworld, Avetta, and Complyworks (Veriforce) standards.

Matrix Labour Leasing and the Gitga'at First Nation have teamed up to address the expected worker shortage in northwest British Columbia by creating a new joint venture named Gitga’at Matrix Workforce Services Ltd. (“GMWS”). The partnership will be focused on providing Indigenous labour solutions to the Prince Rupert, Terrace, and Kitimat regions as the areas continue to experience unprecedented developmental growth. With over $100 billion worth of investment expected in the area over the next 10 years in the form of LNG plants, pipelines, infrastructure, hotels, and homes, GMWS will be able to provide unlimited funding to meet labour demands. It will also offer the local First Nations community job opportunities that provide stability and growth through initiatives like apprenticeships, sponsorships and community development. Gitga’at Matrix Workforce Services Ltd. is also partnered with Payroll Funding By Matrix. Payroll Funding By Matrix supplies the following services and infrastructure your business needs to succeed, all in one place: • Accounting• Payroll Processing• Administrative Back-office• Funding• Compliance

By partnering with People 2.0, Matrix is able to offer cutting-edge and best-in-class Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), and compliance solutions for your business. We know there’s a need for these invaluable services, and we’re excited to be able to provide them. By allowing Matrix to take care of all your payroll and back-office services, you can focus on what’s truly important to you. Growing your business.The biggest benefits Matrix can provide employers through our new services are payroll flexibility and scalability, the assumption of legal responsibility, and making sure all your placements are paid correctly and on time. We’re proud to be able to provide these services in Canada, the United States, and now, Internationally.Funding and Payroll by Matrix supplies the following infrastructure your business needs to succeed, all in the one place: • Accounting • Payroll Processing • Administrative Back-office • Funding • Compliance

Labour Connect is Canada's FIRST TRUE Social Hiring Platform for Skilled Trades. Through agile, community driven innovation, Labour Connect has consolidated, solidified and professionalized skilled trade hiring through a targeted, user-driven experience that simplifies the successfully connection between employers and employees.With our pioneering client, we were able to prove:Drastic cost reductions (up to $5k per hire)Exponentially speed up placements (from 1-2 weeks to same business day) Improved operational efficiency within the subscriber organization through a moderated on boarding process.The purpose of Labour Connect is to:1. Connect the right employees with the right jobs. 2. Provide an easy to use platform where you can easily replace your resume with a profile. 3. Apply for jobs with one click. 4. Manage tickets and be alerted for renewals. When employees join, as jobs are posted they are alerted immediately by email and/or SMS to apply. Labour Connect's goal is to automate placement in a quick, accurate, easy to use format without the hassle or administrative burden of the traditional application process. Labour Connect is changing everything. Almost ten thousand applicants have already connected and secured work through this new community. Now it's your turn.