Patrice & Associates is a franchise company filled with recruiting experts who put employers’ and job seekers’ needs first. Meet the team that leads the charge and empowers Patrice business owners and their teams in hundreds of local offices all across North America.
As the CEO of Patrice & Associates, Jason C. Miller drives the vision and strategy for one of the nation’s leading hospitality and executive recruitment firms. With over two decades of leadership experience in franchise development and business growth, Jason is committed to fostering innovation and expanding the company’s impact across industries.
Under his leadership, Patrice & Associates continues to deliver exceptional service by connecting top talent with leading organizations, embodying the company’s core values of respect, excellence, and teamwork. Jason’s expertise in franchise operations, brand development, and strategic partnerships positions Patrice & Associates as a trusted leader in recruitment solutions.
Passionate about empowering individuals and organizations, Jason is dedicated to creating opportunities that fuel growth and success for clients, franchisees, and candidates alike.
George and his wife Sue are award-winning and top-producing Patrice & Associate’s Regional Developers and Franchisees. George additionally serves as Director of Franchise Operations/ Training. In his Patrice & Associates leadership role, George’s mission is not just to train franchisees and recruiters but to help franchisees operate a successful business while creating a fantastic “Patrice” experience for employers and job seekers. George also provides ongoing operational support for the Regional Developers and Franchisees in their effort to match the right candidates to the right employers effectively and efficiently – the “Patrice Way.” Operational support includes but is not limited to proprietary technology, systems, processes, and established guidelines and guardrails. Because George is an active, working franchisee, he knows and understands the “Patrice Way” from following it on a daily basis in his business. He knows first-hand what it takes to be successful and leverages that experience to coach and motivate our Franchisees.
Please welcome Michelle Bass as Franchise Coordinator to the Patrice & Associates family. Michelle comes to us with experience in fundraising having started her career with The Leukemia Society as a Program Coordinator doing Fundraising/PR. Michelle says, “There wasn’t a door I would not knock on, call too hard to make, or a camera or microphone I would not speak into!” Her most recent position was in the medical field in a busy multi-provider office as a Patient Access Representative where she wore many hats and scheduled appointments, referrals, answered calls, etc. She will be replacing Donna Miller who is retiring. She has been training with Donna for about a month. She is thrilled to be on board with Patrice & Associates in her new role.
Brian has been with Patrice & Associates for 7 years starting as a recruiter in Patrice’s office. He was promoted to Manager, then joined our franchising company as the Director of Recruiting where he visited and trained Regional Developers. Brian is a multi-award winning franchisee and participates in training classes to help new franchisees get started in their new venture. Brian has received many awards for excellence.
Mallory Cioana started working at Patrice & Associates in January 2020. She began in the Franchise Development department, and a few months later she transferred to the Recruiting Division to train for an Accounting Role. In November 2020, she became an Accounting Assistant but was later promoted to Accounting Manager in January 2021. After a year in the Account Manager role, she was promoted to Finance Manager. She now oversees and supervises a wide range of Accounting functions including Accounts Payables and Accounts Receivables. “I love my role here at Patrice & Associates. It is a pleasure for me to help and be a liaison wherever I can. It’s very rewarding being able to facilitate payment to the franchisees for their hard work! I’m proud to be part of the Patrice & Associates family.”
With over 25 years in the staffing and recruiting industry and 12 years as a franchisee with P&A, my experience spans across various sectors, where I’ve honed my skills in sourcing, interviewing, and placing top talent. I excel in building and nurturing relationships and understanding the unique needs of both clients and candidates, ensuring a long-term fit and growth potential. My passion for fostering meaningful, impactful placements has consistently contributed to the success of individuals and organizations.
During my 12 years as a franchisee, I’ve successfully helped hundreds of candidates and clients find the right fit and make impactful placements. My time as a franchisee has prepared me to support new and existing franchisees, providing insight into the client and business sides of recruitment. In my new role, I’m excited to provide support and a hands-on approach for franchisees and clients to ensure we continue finding the best matches.
Said E. says that David Kohlasch was an incredible advocate!I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for all the exceptional support and assistance I received from David Kohlasch. His dedication and efforts in helping me secure a new job have been truly outstanding.
From the very beginning of my job search, David has been an incredible advocate and guide. His expertise and advice during the interview process were invaluable, and I am incredibly grateful for his support every step of the way. Thanks to his unwavering commitment, I am now thrilled to have received an offer letter for a new position.
Please extend my sincere thanks to David for his exceptional service. I appreciate everything he has done for me, and I am truly grateful for the positive impact he has had on my career journey.
Warm regards,
Said E.
Sam F. says that David Kohlasch embodies professionalism, compassion, and excellence in every way!I honestly don’t even have the words to fully express how grateful I am for David. David is by far the best recruiter I have ever worked with in my entire career. From our very first conversation, he treated me not just as a candidate, but as a person with goals, concerns, and dreams for the future.
David went above and beyond in every single interaction — guiding me with care, offering encouragement when I needed it most, and making me feel completely supported throughout the process. He made what is often a stressful and uncertain journey feel exciting and filled with possibility. His kindness, patience, and genuine belief in me gave me confidence I didn’t even know I had. Also, I would like to mention, that David took extra time to make sure I had a full picture of the company I am joining, not just a generic job description, but insight to their culture and leadership that only someone who cares would take the time to do and say.
Thanks to David, I found not just a new job, but the right opportunity — one that I’m truly thrilled about. I can honestly say I could not have done this without him. Patrice & Associates should feel proud to have someone like David representing the company. He embodies professionalism, compassion, and excellence in every way. He truly cares and makes me want to go that extra mile at this new opportunity on his behalf for what he has done for me.
With heartfelt appreciation, Sam F.
Rashaad B. says that David Kohlasch was supportive, honest and amazing!My experience with David Kohlasch was amazing. He made our initial conversation easy and was direct and specific with his advice. He truly made sure that I was a good fit for the employer. David was supportive and honest, and he guided me with his years of experience. I have already expressed my gratitude to him personally, but it’s important for others to know that David is a rarity among recruiters. You are lucky to have such a professional on your staff. Thank you, David, for all your help. Rashaad B.
Ryan M. highly recommends working with David Kohlasch!I cannot say enough good things about David, from the first conversation to the last he was professional and knowledgeable about the opportunity. David checked in multiple times and prepped me well for the interview. I have worked with many recruiters that are pushy and just looking to fill their roles even if they are not a good fit, the experience with David was amazing and highly recommend clients and future employees continue to work with him.
Thank you,
Ryan M.
Denis M. says that David Kohlasch was very responsive and he was made to feel like a priority
I am writing to enthusiastically recommend David Kohlasch as a recruiter. From the very beginning of my job search, David was incredibly helpful and supportive. What truly stood out was that he was always available for me. Whether I had a quick question, needed clarification on something, or just wanted an update, David was consistently responsive and made me feel like a priority.
He took the time to understand my career goals and presented me with opportunities that were a great fit. His communication was clear and timely, and he guided me through each step of the process with professionalism and genuine care.
Thanks to David’s efforts and his consistent availability, I am now happily employed in a role that I am very excited about. I highly recommend David to any candidate looking for a dedicated and accessible recruiter who truly cares about their success.
Sincerely,
Denis M.
