Angela Scopelianos, founder of Reach Recruiting, is deeply rooted in hospitality, starting her journey at her family’s renowned restaurant in Kansas City. This sparked her passion for the industry, leading her to Cornell University to study Hospitality Management. Post-graduation, followed by a Culinary degree from the Culinary Institute of America. Angela honed her skills with Hillstone Group, an organization recognized for its high standards and excellence.
Seeing a need for industry-savvy, personalized recruiting services, Angela established Reach Recruiting. Her approach is unique – understanding each client’s distinct needs, applying her extensive industry knowledge, and delivering top-tier talent with efficiency. Her guarantee? A 90-day replacement service if needed.
Angela’s commitment extends to her candidates as well, offering career coaching and preparation for interviews. With Reach Recruiting, Angela’s mission is not just to fill a position, but to find the perfect match that fosters growth and job satisfaction. Her mantra: “Your Success is Our Reach.”
Despite setbacks, Jacob’s determination led him to a culinary management role with Hillstone Restaurant Group, where he spent eight years sharpening his leadership skills across multiple U.S. markets. He later returned to Cleveland as Culinary Director for Ethos Hospitality, leading several successful openings before rejoining Northstar Café to help launch their first Cleveland location. Soon after, he partnered with Angela Scopelianos at America’s leading hospitality recruiting agency, where he continues to match top talent with thriving restaurant and hotel groups nationwide.
Jacob now lives in Indianapolis with his wife, Shanelle, who completed her fellowship at Stanford and is an attending physician at IU. The couple married in Tobago in 2025 and are planning to welcome a puppy into their family in 2026. Outside of recruiting, Jacob enjoys cooking, trying new restaurants, fitness, live music, and building community through hospitality.
