Rhiannon Poore
Founder and CEOForge Search + Consulting is led by founder and CEO Rhiannon Poore, an award-winning leader with over 16 years of experience in professional recruiting and executive search
Rhiannon brings over fifteen years of experience in talent acquisition, talent engagement, and retention. In early 2021, she founded Forge Search, a people-first professional recruiting firm that specializes in finding talent for accounting & finance, sales & marketing, and operations positions throughout the Southeast. Since its inception, Forge has grown into a premier recruiting firm, known throughout the area for its dedication to providing best-in-class talent in a timely manner.
Previously, Rhiannon led talent acquisition at Elliott Davis, where she created and scaled the first experienced recruiting department for the 800-person Southeastern public accounting firm. She began her career with a boutique executive search firm, specializing in accounting & finance recruiting. Entrepreneurial at heart, Rhiannon has been recognized for her unique ability to lead change, and drive results throughout her career.
She serves on Board of Directors for the United Way of Greenville County, and is involved in various philanthropic efforts throughout the area. Rhiannon frequently speaks on talent acquisition, retention, and the power of the pivot in determining your intended life’s direction; for more information, inquire here.
When she’s not at work, you can find her in the kitchen, experimenting with new recipes, running on the Swamp Rabbit Trail, or playing with her two (very) rambunctious children.
rpoore@forgesc.com
864.515.6399
Stacy Baughman
director of client successStacy Baughman is Director of Client Success for Forge Search + Consulting. Stacy has a dynamic background in recruiting, operational excellence, and customer success. She brings over 10 years' experience in customer program delivery and has a passion for partnering with customers to attract and retain their most valuable asset - people.
Previously, Stacy spent 10 years at HTI, where she grew a people-focused Operational Excellence program to optimize recruiting processes and systems across the company. Most recently, Stacy was a Consulting Practice Manager with Bullhorn, Inc, where she built customer delivery programs and led teams in the delivery of software solutions servicing the staffing and recruiting industries.
Originally from Boulder, Colorado, Stacy loves the outdoors and art. Outside of Forge, you can find her running around with her 3 energetic guys (1 husband, 2 young boys) playing all the sports.
sbaughman@forgesc.com
864.515.6468
Kimberly Ghent
senior RecruiterKimberly Ghent is a Senior Recruiter for Forge Search, focusing on accounting and finance roles for our clients. Kimberly has spent 2 years in recruiting and prior to this, worked for a large technology distributor in Greenville for 5 years across marketing and operations roles.
With a degree in Marketing from Clemson University, Kimberly is dedicated to making a difference for clients and candidates and finding the best talent for any need. Outside of Forge, you can find Kimberly walking on the Swamp Rabbit Trail with her lab Sunny or sitting with a good book in hand.
kghent@forgesc.com
864.515.6401
Amy Soubannarath
Executive assistantAmy Soubannarath is the Executive Assistant to Rhiannon Poore. Prior to joining Forge Search, Amy worked for six years in the healthcare industry where she performed a number of administrative, operations, and financial duties, then took a career break to start a family.
Amy is originally from Connecticut though she has spent time in California, New York, and Virginia. Outside of Forge, she loves to spend time with her husband, their 3 girls and 2 dogs.
amy@forgesc.com
864.580.6952
Emily Bruce
RecruiterEmily Bruce is a Recruiter for Forge Search. A graduate of Bob Jones University and a Greenville native, Emily started her career at a marketing and advertising agency where she developed her love of project management and client relations. Emily loves the emphasis Forge places on delivering exceptional results while putting people first.
On the weekends, you’ll find Emily on the hunt for her next antique find at estate sales, watching Survivor, or spending time with her family and friends.
ebruce@forgesc.com
864.256.1539
Noemi Prinoth
RecruiterNoemi joined Forge Search as a Recruiter in 2024. She recently relocated from Italy and is fluent in Italian and German. Noemi has a background in media and communications, and prior to Forge, worked in Marketing and Public Relations. She has a passion for communication and enjoys connecting with people from diverse international backgrounds.
Outside of Forge, you can find Noemi running, cycling, or engaging in various other sports activities while exploring around Greenville.
nprinoth@forgesc.com
864.392.9282
Gracen Erwine
RecruiterGracen Erwine joined Forge Search as a Recruiter in 2024. She graduated from Bob Jones University with a degree in International Business. Gracen began her professional career in recruiting for Finance and Accounting teams where she developed a passion for cultivating relationships and connecting people. She loves Forge's mission of doing the next right thing and their relational approach to recruiting.
Outside of Forge, you'll find Gracen coaching group fitness classes, running on the Swamp Rabbit trail, testing out new restaurants and coffee shops, and spending time with her family and friends.
gerwine@forgesc.com
864.412.1954