It’s not just a number…it’s a legacy.
8111, not because that is the number of reasons why HR is important to your business, but because that’s where it all began.
Jenna is a 3rd generation entrepreneur following in the footsteps of both her father, Chris, and grandfather, Gene. 8111 Raytown Road is where Gene planted roots for his family and his business. He believed in building strong partnerships, providing the highest quality of work and investing in the betterment of others. He passed his legacy to Chris who worked hard to honor his father during the nearly 65 years of business that the company was open.
In remembrance of her grandfather and the valuable lessons that she learned while visiting “8111 Raytown Road,” Jenna (Henderson) Eschenbrenner, Owner/Founder of Eighty-One Eleven HR Consulting, strives to achieve the same core values that her grandfather once taught her.
A trusted advisor and strategic partner
“As my company grew, we had a need for a Human Resources expert. I reached out to some other female owned business owners for recommendations and Eighty-One Eleven was mentioned repeatedly. After working with Jenna and her team, I immediately understood why.”
Jenna Eschenbrenner, SHRM-SCP
Owner/Founder of Eighty-One Eleven
Jenna has spent the past 15+ years working in the Midwest serving as a trusted HR advisor to organizations within the hospitality/retail, education, marketing/advertising, and construction industries. Her generalist background and desire to continuously advance her knowledge enables her to be a well-rounded leader who is competent in all areas of Human Resources. She’s been highly successful in leading employee relations initiatives, building talent acquisition programs, and confidentially handling employee/labor relations matters for the companies she supports.
Education
PARK UNIVERSITY
B.B.A., Human Resources
WGU
M.S., Management & Leadership
Activities & Affiliations
Senior Certified HR professional, Society for Human Resource Management
Strategic HR Leadership (SHRL) certification, HCI
Ingram’s 40 under 40, April 2020
Kansas City Area Development Council, board member Team KC
National Society for Human Resource Management, member
Kansas City Society for Human Resource Management, member & emerging professionals’ mentor
Natalie Ashby, SHRM-CP
DIRECTOR OF CLIENT SERVICES
As the Director of Client Services, Natalie guarantees that clients of Eighty-One Eleven receive the dedicated and personalized service that their organization deserves. Her background in the healthcare, construction and insurance industries prepared her to be a true partner to organizations who are looking to streamline processes and implement best practices. She oversees strategies for clients and helps them to navigate two of their top cost drivers, benefits and compensation. Her vast knowledge of HR technology and connection to a large network of HRIS and Payroll providers, allow her to suggest and implement the right software based on company needs.
Jake Eschenbrenner
Managing Member
Jake has a unique role in that he oversees the accounting and financial duties of Eighty-One Eleven and assists our clients with payroll and bookkeeping needs. Prior to joining our team, he worked as a CPA in both public accounting and private sector businesses. Jake provides financial recommendations, accounting support, and payroll services as a strategic partner to small businesses.
Emmy Hadley
COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Emmy holds degrees in both Communications and Leadership from the University of Missouri-Kansas City; and as communications Manager, she proudly takes lead on all social media, marketing, and brand maintenance within Eighty-One Eleven. Emmy's strategic approach and creative expertise have been instrumental in enhancing our brand's presence and ensuring consistent messaging and content across all platforms.
Chloe Dawson
PROJECT MANAGER
With a degree in Psychology, Chloe is passionate about client relations and team support. She ensures smooth client onboarding, meticulously organizes documentation, and delivers top-notch customer service and efficient communication to clients. Chloe also manages our office systems, supports administrative tasks and projects, and is actively broadening her HR skillset. Her adept project management skills ensure comprehensive and thorough project documentation as well as exemplary customer service.
McKenna Hodges
client services coordinator
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Carley Sonju
HR intern
Welcome Carley!