Maripat Powers, President and ceo

Maripat Powers is an entrepreneur and co-founder of J.L. Powers Staffing. In 2000, she founded Eastcreek Designs, building a custom window treatment business serving residential and commercial clients across the United States.

In 2016, she co-founded J.L. Powers Staffing alongside her husband, Judge Jim Powers, to connect employers nationwide with qualified professionals. Her experience building and running a business helped shape the firm's focus on understanding clients' needs and supporting their hiring goals.

Judge Jim Powers, principal

Judge Jim Powers brings decades of business ownership, public service, and strategic consulting experience to J.L. Powers Staffing. His background gives him a practical understanding of the people, resources, and relationships organizations need to succeed.

Jim served eight years as Hays County Judge and founded JL Powers & Associates in 2006. His work spans business development, government relations, and strategic partnerships, helping organizations navigate decisions and pursue opportunities.

At J.L. Powers Staffing, he brings that business and public-sector perspective to the needs of employers building their teams.

Mark Roberts, Chief financial Officer

Mark Roberts is Chief Financial Officer of J.L. Powers Staffing, bringing more than a decade of CFO experience in the staffing industry. His work has encompassed both financial oversight and business operations, giving him a practical understanding of the financial, contractual, and operational demands of professional staffing.

His broader career spans financial management and accounting in the public and private sectors, with experience in revenue planning, contract administration, negotiations, project management, and grants management. This background informs his approach to the business requirements behind staffing engagements, from financial planning to operational execution. Mark holds a B.B.A. in Accounting from the University of Texas at Austin.