Our Team

Banner: Birds on Wire. Meet the Blue Sky Resumes Team.

The Blue Sky Crew

Who are these people anyway?

Kris Niklawski

Kris Niklawski

Resume Writing Chief

Before two decades as a resume writer, Kris worked as a creative in various industries. She’s earned multiple resume writing and LinkedIn certifications, and her work has been showcased in JIST’s ‘Expert Resume’ series and industry events. She’s been with Blue Sky for 15+ years and recently took ownership of the firm. Her favorite thing about resume writing is helping a client get the job of their dreams. In her free time, she enjoys cycling, gardening, and knitting.

Nicole Denison

Nicole Denison

Customer Service Queen

Nicole’s the first person you’ll talk to. She answers our phones, provides quotes, handles questions, and keeps us all organized. She enjoys her work because she gets to make a difference in people’s lives. Before this Nicole worked in the corporate world as an Executive Assistant and right hand to the owner of a hedge fund in downtown Chicago. Outside work, Nicole’s passions are hiking, swimming, cooking, reading, and event planning, and of course spending time with her family.

Marjorie Sussman

Marjorie Sussman

Resume Writing Wizard

Marjorie is a highly credentialed resume writer and career consultant with 15+ years’ experience helping senior executives, board directors, and the C-suite to position for their next role. Certified as a Master Resume Writer and Career Storyteller, her work has been featured in industry publications and events. Her signature approach to crafting powerful communications is to guide clients in clarifying their unique value. Marjorie’s interests include walks on the beach, compelling novels, and art exhibits.

Jean Orrison

Jean Orrison

Career Coach Extraordinaire

Jean has 20+ years of professional and progressive experience in HR and talent acquisition, including over 12 years as a job search and interview coach. She has sourced and placed top talent at all levels – from entry-level to C-suite in a variety of disciplines and industries around the world. Jean also served as an HR Executive for fast-growing domestic and global organizations where talent acquisition was a top priority. Truly everything talent-related is her passion!

Barbara Safani

Barbara Safani

Job Search Guru

Barbara has been a career coach since 2002 and has her own business in addition to partnering with Blue Sky. Her prior roles include HR Manager for American Express, and ‘copy boy’ for Tom Brokaw’s NBC news show. She has a multitude of prestigious awards and her work has appeared in many books. She’s also a published author. Barbara’s favorite thing about her work is helping to build her clients’ confidence. In her free time, she loves to run and spend time with family.

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