At the core of our success is the Spherion® management team—experienced leaders, known for their strategic vision, proven ability to resolve issues with innovative solutions and motivational skills that drive their teams toward one common goal—client satisfaction. Representatives of our senior leadership team include:

Roger Lytle- President and Owner
Roger Lytle has been in the staffing industry since 1990 when he opened his first Spherion franchise in Reno, NV. Since then, he has opened 3 other franchises in Carson City, NV; Chico, CA; and Redding, CA. Prior to Spherion, Roger had over 20 years of management experience with such companies as Mobil Oil, Amoco, and Eastman Kodak.

Brian Lytle- Operations Manager
Brian Lytle has been Operations Manager for Spherion Staffing since 2001. Brian has worked directly with Spherion Staffing since 1992, beginning his career as a temporary employee. After receiving his Bachelors of Science degree in Business Management from Chico State in 1999, Brian played professional football in the Arena Football League until becoming Operations Manager for Spherion.

Ron Preston- Director, Sales and Marketing
Ron Preston has been responsible for the sales and marketing for Spherion Staffing in Northern Nevada and Northern California since 2003. Prior to Spherion Ron had over 15 years in sales management for distribution and manufacturing companies.

Alice Spiker – Staffing Coordinator
Alice Spiker has been with Spherion Staffing since 2000. Alice has specialized in clerical staffing since 2000. After receiving a Bachelors of Arts degree, Alice spent 15 years in the field of education. Prior to working for Spherion Staffing, Alice worked in real estate sales.

Cathy Pitts – Office Manager

Cathy has been with Spherion Staffing since September 2005 as the Chico, CA office manager.  Prior to Spherion, Cathy has over thirty years in human resources and government positions with Butte County and the Town of Paradise.  Positions ranged from Personnel/Risk Administrator to Office Manager of CDD.

Ivania Rafael  Staffing Coordinator

Ivania has been working at Spherion Staffing since February 2006.  Ivania specializes in Light Industrial staffing for the Chico office.  Ivania has two Associate degrees in Business Management and Accounting.  Ivania is originally from El Salvador and is fluent in both Spanish and English.  Prior to Spherion, Ivania was the Restaurant Manager for various restaurants in the Chico area.
 

Carissa Anderson - Account Manager

Carissa Anderson began her career with Spherion in 2006 as Account Manager for our Chico Office. She has over 12 years experience in sales, marketing and advertising, working with such companies as THQ, Inc. and Prudential.