Meet the Founder

Building Better Futures, One Opportunity at a Time

Chris Rickerson has a powerful testimony that led up to his creation of Elite Staffing Solutions. His passion and dedication to improving the community while helping individuals find a better path forward is evident in everything we do.

Ranked #160 Inc. 500 Fastest Growing Private Companies 2018

We put people before profit in everything we do, every single day.

These principles shape how we work, who we partner with, and what we deliver.

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Driven

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Solution-minded

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Unparalleled Customer Service

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Servant Heart

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Team Player

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Chris Rickerson

Founder

Chris Rickerson, based in Wichita, Kansas, is the founder of Elite Staffing Solutions. His journey from a troubled past to entrepreneurial success is both inspiring and transformative.

Abandoned as a child, Chris faced numerous challenges early in life. He dropped out of high school after failing the ninth grade and became involved in criminal activities, aspiring to become a significant drug dealer. This path led him to become a four-time felon and struggle with methamphetamine addiction. By the age of 24, he found himself at a crossroads, facing significant prison time. It was during this period that Chris began seeking spiritual guidance, marking the beginning of a profound personal transformation.

Embracing Christianity, Chris started anew by taking on manual labor jobs, including carrying bricks for $8 an hour. Demonstrating a strong work ethic, he progressed through various roles and eventually ventured into the staffing industry. In 2013, he founded Elite Staffing Solutions in Wichita. The company experienced rapid growth, generating $1.5 million in revenue in its first year. By 2017, it was recognized on Inc. magazine’s Inc. 500 list, ranking at #160.

Chris’s personal experiences have deeply influenced his business philosophy. He is committed to offering second chances to individuals facing challenges similar to those he once encountered. Elite Staffing Solutions focuses on treating employees with respect and providing opportunities for growth, operating under the guiding principle of “People Before Profit.” This approach has not only fostered a positive work environment but has also contributed to the company’s success, with revenues now exceeding $6.6 million per year.

Beyond his business endeavors, Chris is an active member of the community and has been featured in various publications for his efforts to help others rebuild their lives. His story serves as a testament to resilience and the power of second chances.

Today, Chris continues to lead Elite Staffing Solutions, driven by a mission to provide meaningful employment opportunities and to inspire others through his story of redemption and success.

More Than Staffing—A Mission to Serve

When you do work with us, you’re changing the world to 10% of all gross profit dollars going back into communities all over the world.

Our mission to change lives isn’t just a catchy statement and it doesn’t stop at the front door. When you work with us you impact not just our communities but places like Thailand and Honduras. In the videos you will find just a few of the causes that are near and dear to our hearts

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This business started with one man, one laptop, and an unbreakable work ethic. No one in the industry would outwork him—and they still don’t. Today, that same relentless drive fuels everything we do. When you partner with us, you get a team that works as hard for you as we did building this company from the ground up.

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