Executive Team
Benjamin Elzweig
Chief Executive Officer
In his role as CEO, Benny is focused on Active’s strategy, business operations, and financial performance. A third-generation Certified Staffing Professional with a true passion for the industry, he was influenced at a very early age by his father, Elliot, who brought Benny into the family business when he was in high school. Those summer jobs made him keenly aware of the processes necessary to provide quality-driven service to both client companies and associates. In addition, Benny leads the company’s expansion through new office openings and acquisitions and continues the Elzweig legacy begun by his grandfather in 1947. Email Benny | 212-244-6444
Jim Kennett
Chief Operations Officer
Jim brings more than 20 years of staffing experience to his role as COO at Active. He joined the company in 2017 as Southern Region Vice President was named Vice President of Sales in 2019, and was promoted to Vice President of Operations in 2020. In this executive role, Jim has overall responsibility for the company’s recruiting, operational processes, branch teams, and human resources functions. He also leads the salesforce and sales culture, including sales training, and target account management. Email Jim | 305-884-8883
Matt Kaplan
Special Advisor to the CEO
Matt is extremely well-versed in our industry and has worked nationwide at firms with volumes up to $500 million. He leads the effort to capture Active’s strong financial growth, and helped create our sister company, Sunset Cove Solutions. Matt has the unique ability to see the big financial picture reaching far beyond dollars and balance sheets. Email Matt | 212-244-6444
Anna Fazekas
Vice President of Operations
With more than 19 years at Active Staffing, Anna Fazekas brings nearly two decades of expertise to her role as Vice President of Operations. Since joining the company in 2005 as a receptionist, Anna has served in almost every department, contributing significantly to their development and growth. Email Anna | 754-802-3206
Management Team
Fern Grant
Business Development Manager
A creative and inventive thinker, Fern has been an integral part of the Active Staffing team for over 15 years. Responsible for developing and maintaining customer relationships with both new and old clients, Fern has established exceptional rapport with our staffing customers. From New York to Texas, Active clients look to Fern to assist with a wide range of staffing services and solutions, enabling Active Staffing to serve as a proven solutions-based industry partner. Email Fern | 212-244-7552
Patty Curty
National Director of Transportation
Patty joined Active in 2021 as we launched our transportation division. She brings more than 11 years of driver staffing experience to the role, along with four years as a cargo manager with Delta Airlines. She has a degree in business administration and management from Kean University in New Jersey. Patty lists customer service and problem-solving as her top skills. Email Patty | 908-242-1042
Katrina Holt
Human Resource Manager
Katrina Holt brings a wealth of experience in HR management to her role as Human Resources Manager at Active Staffing Services. With a strong background in employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, and organizational development, Katrina has proven her expertise and leadership in the field. She holds certifications as a Certified HR Specialist from Michigan State University and a Certified Staffing Professional (CSP) from the American Staffing Association. Email Katrina | 269-585-5302