Who we are
How we met
Silvija and Marie met in 2012 when they worked together at a logistics startup. They each have more than 20 years of Human Resources experience, have worked at large companies, small businesses, and startups. They share a passion for helping people and providing HR solutions so companies can thrive!
Marie Fields
Co-Founder & Managing Partner | EmpowerHR Partner
With over 20 years of experience in Human Resources, Marie has expertise in Learning and Development, Talent Acquisition, employee onboarding, DE&I initiatives, and building teams. Marie’s career began in third party logistics supporting the largest brokerage office in C.H. Robinson’s network, then took on the role of Director of Training at a startup called XPO Logistics. Marie went on to create the L&D team at Lillibridge Healthcare Services , then worked at a SaaS startup building the HR Team, which included talent acquisition, L&D, employee relations, and all generalist functions. She loves technology and is passionate about using AI to assist with HR administrative functions.
Marie is a native Chicagoan, earned a BA in Spanish with a minor in Communications from Loyola University Chicago, and she is unapologetic about her love of the White Sox.
Silvija Jakubowski
Co-Founder & Managing Partner | EmpowerHR Partner
Silvija Jakubowski is a Human Resources executive with over 20 years of experience in HR management, talent management, and strategic organizational development. Throughout her career, she has held senior-level positions at respected organizations, including Gallagher, XPO Logistics, and Easter Seals Inc. She has managed key HR functions, including employee relations, staffing, onboarding, payroll management, labor and employment law compliance, training and development, compensation, and benefits.
Silvija holds a Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management from Keller Graduate School of Management and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from DePaul University. A Chicago native, she is an avid sports fan, especially of the Cubs.
