Direct Recruiters, Inc. (DRI) is proud to announce the recent feature of Cherie Shepard, Director of Packaging, Material Handling & Food Processing, in MHEDA’s “Women Who Inspire” story.

Cherie was nominated and profiled in the MHEDA Journal’s Third Quarter Edition, where she shared what motivates her, her best skills, and how she has made the job at DRI ‘her own.’ Being at Direct Recruiters for over ten years working in the Packaging, Material Handling & Food Processing industries, Cherie has been known for her commitment to performance, quality and positive results when recruiting and building teams for the most recognized companies in the industry. She highlighted these traits in “Women Who Inspire,” mentioning her passion for helping clients, candidates, and her team succeed.

MHEDA, the Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association is the premier trade association dedicated to serving the material handling community and has been a tireless advocate of women joining the industry. Cherie is a current member of MHEDA, participating in events and staying networked with industry professionals who are also involved.

According to Robert Cohn Managing Partner and Automation Practice Leader, “We are very proud of Cherie’s recent feature in the MHEDA Journal as a woman who inspires. Cherie has been a strong leader at Direct Recruiters, founding the DRI Women’s Group and serving as a positive role model and mentor for many members of the DRI team. This recognition is well-deserved and a testament to Cherie’s hard work and dedication to the industries she serves.”