We believe in the power of possibility.

About Us

Potentia meaning Power, is the Latin root word for Potential. Potentia Human Resources has one priority – Helping people, and organizations, reach their full potential through the power of possibility.

Company Overview

“Potentia” – meaning “Power”, is the Latin root word for “Potential”. Potentia Human Resources has one priority – Helping people, and organizations, reach their full potential through embracing the power of possibility. When you focus on the people in your organization, invest in their development, your business will thrive. As Margaret Hefernan states, “Companies don’t have ideas, only people do. And what motivates people are the bonds of loyalty and trust they develop around each other.” At Potentia, we specialize in supporting organizations in their journey to optimize their workforce by recommending progressive people and foundational HR practices that result in fully engaged and psychologically safe workplaces.

Meet The Team

With over 100 years of combined management, operations and strategic Human Resource experience in many sectors including professional services, construction, health care, manufacturing, winery, hospitality and not-for-profit (to name a few), you can count on us to take a progressive and innovative approach to people and culture; your organization’s greatest resource.

Tanja Halsall

MA, CPHR, SHRM-SCP
Chief People Officer

Grace MacCoubrey

BBA
Talent Lead & Engagement Consultant

Nora McDonagh

BBS
Engagement Associate

Katie Jupp

Executive Assistant

Our Purpose

Elevating People. Achieving Excellence.

Our Values

Positivity

Positivity

We are gracious, inspired individuals who believe that positive experiences and interactions impact workplaces in a significant way.

Courage

Courage

We persevere, see things through, and are not afraid to stretch and embrace a challenge in order to achieve optimal results.

Integrity

Integrity

We are honest, accountable, committed, and consistent in our approach to ethical principles and practice.

Collaboration

Collaboration

We believe that we are better together and go above and beyond to achieve excellence.

Trust

Trust

Trust is at the foundation of who we are, how we interact with each other, and how we interact with our clients. We are accessible, deliver on our promises, and support the organizations that we serve in doing what is best for them.

Recruitment

One of the most critical components to building an exceptional workplace is having the right people in the right roles, where they can leverage their strengths and contribute to an organization in a meaningful way. At Potentia, we have been successfully recruiting across many sectors, including professional services, not-for-profit, construction, manufacturing, financial services, pharmaceuticals, retail, winery, engineering, technology, and more. We are committed to ensuring that candidates have an exceptional experience throughout the recruitment process. From creating customized ads, pre-screening candidates, leading behavioral interviews, to conducting reference checks and utilizing best practices along the way, Potentia is here to help. Check out what our clients are saying

Executive Recruitment

Potentia has a proven track record in Executive recruitment for senior-level and C-Suite roles. We understand the importance of these leadership positions in shaping an organization’s future. Our approach includes detailed market research, targeted outreach to top talent, and a comprehensive evaluation process to ensure alignment with the organization’s strategic goals and culture. With successful placements across a variety of industries, Potentia delivers the high-caliber executives needed to drive long-term growth and success.