Laura Archer is an accomplished Business Development Manager with a proven track record of building strong client relationships, identifying new commercial opportunities, and delivering sustainable business growth. With extensive experience across sales and business development, Laura combines strategic thinking with a personable, consultative approach that enables her to understand clients' objectives and develop tailored solutions that create lasting value. Her professionalism, commercial insight, and commitment to exceptional service have earned her a reputation as a trusted partner to both clients and colleagues.
Passionate about helping businesses succeed, Laura takes pride in developing long-term relationships built on trust, integrity, and results. She is driven by a genuine enthusiasm for connecting people, solving challenges, and supporting clients throughout every stage of their journey. As an integral member of the team, Laura's energy, experience, and dedication play a key role in strengthening partnerships and driving continued growth for the business.
Patrycja is an experienced Recruitment Consultant with a passion for connecting exceptional people with outstanding career opportunities. Specialising in the industrial sector, she has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality recruitment solutions across high-volume and skilled roles. Combining industry knowledge with a proactive, people-first approach, Patrycja works closely with both clients and candidates to ensure every placement is the right fit.
Known for her professionalism, enthusiasm, and commitment to excellence, Patrycja prides herself on building long-lasting relationships based on trust, communication, and results. She understands that successful recruitment is about more than simply filling vacancies—it's about helping businesses grow while supporting individuals in taking the next step in their careers. Her dedication to providing an exceptional experience for every client and candidate makes her a valued member of the Blink Recruitment team.
With over 25 years of recruitment experience, Dan Rodziewicz founded Blink Recruitment with a clear vision: to raise standards within the recruitment industry by delivering an honest, professional, and fully compliant service. Based in the heart of Stoke-on-Trent, Dan has built an outstanding reputation for connecting businesses with exceptional talent across the UK, working across a wide range of sectors with a consultative approach that always puts people first. His focus has never been on simply filling vacancies, but on building long-term partnerships and finding the right solution for every client and candidate.
A passionate advocate for ethical recruitment, Dan is committed to ensuring every Blink Recruitment candidate is paid fairly and transparently through a PAYE model, actively championing compliant employment practices and rejecting the use of umbrella and mini-umbrella schemes. He is also widely recognised for his expertise within Stoke-on-Trent's world-renowned ceramics industry, working closely with many of the region's leading pottery manufacturers to recruit skilled professionals and support the continued success of one of Britain's most iconic industries. Proud of his city and its heritage, Dan is passionate about promoting The Potteries and helping local businesses attract the talent they need to thrive.
Recruitment's Chief Happiness Officer, Chewie is responsible for welcoming visitors, boosting team spirits, and ensuring no one goes too long without a smile. Whether he's conducting regular security patrols from his favourite window spot or greeting clients with an enthusiastic wag of the tail, Chewie is an important part of the Blink family and a firm favourite with everyone who visits the office.
When he's not supervising the day's activities, Chewie can usually be found keeping a close eye on passers-by or hoping for a well-earned treat from the local sandwich shop—where he's become something of a celebrity thanks to his love of complimentary sausages. Friendly, loyal, and always on duty (unless he's napping), Chewie reminds us every day that a positive workplace starts with a little happiness... and perhaps the occasional sausage. ????
As Managing Director, Tracy oversees the financial and operational performance of the Blink Group, bringing a wealth of experience in finance, business systems, and organisational development. With a strong background in streamlining processes and implementing efficient operational strategies, she plays a pivotal role in ensuring the business continues to grow on solid financial foundations. Her strategic approach and attention to detail help drive innovation, improve performance, and support the long-term success of the organisation.
Alongside her responsibilities within Blink Recruitment, Tracy also leads the operations of sister companies Blink Digital and Blink VA, ensuring each business delivers exceptional service while maintaining the highest standards of efficiency and professionalism. Her commercial expertise, leadership, and passion for continuous improvement make her an integral part of the executive team, helping shape the future of the business while supporting clients, colleagues, and partners alike.
Katrina is the driving force behind Blink Recruitment's payroll and compliance operations, ensuring every placement is managed with accuracy, efficiency, and complete confidence. Bringing over 20 years of experience in customer service, payroll, and administration, she plays a vital role in supporting both clients and candidates. From verifying compliance and Right to Work documentation to processing payroll and managing timesheets, Katrina ensures every stage of the recruitment process is handled professionally and in line with current legislation.
Known for her approachable nature and unwavering willingness to help, Katrina is a trusted point of contact for colleagues, clients, and candidates alike. Her meticulous attention to detail, combined with her commitment to delivering exceptional service, makes her an invaluable member of the Blink Recruitment team. Away from the office, Katrina enjoys expressing her creative side through bespoke diamond art, with some of her intricate projects taking several months to complete—a testament to the patience, precision, and dedication she brings to everything she does.
Ryan Carter leads our Longton branch, bringing extensive recruitment expertise and a proven track record in the engineering, technical, and manufacturing sectors. With over 8 years of industry experience, he has developed a reputation for delivering tailored recruitment solutions that connect skilled professionals with leading employers. His commercial insight, strong market knowledge, and commitment to exceptional service have made him a trusted partner to both clients and candidates alike.
As Branch Manager, Ryan oversees the day-to-day operations of the Longton office while mentoring and developing his team to achieve the highest standards of performance. Passionate about coaching and continuous improvement, he plays a key role in developing consultants across sales, business development, and customer service, ensuring every client and candidate receives a first-class recruitment experience. Outside of work, Ryan is a devoted Aston Villa supporter and brings a touch of calm to the office with his much-admired Zen garden—a reflection of his balanced and approachable leadership style.