Meet the Team

  • Jenny Knudson MAOP

    Partner & IO Consultant

    I’m an incessant learner of how behaviors transform business outcomes and company value. With over 15 years of industry experience in investments and sales, along with thousands of leadership meetings, I specialize in aligning performance with strategy, IR positioning, bridging diverse groups, and optimizing behaviors that enhance the bottom-line.

    I continue to study Industrial/Organizational Psychology at the California School of Professional Psychology and have uncovered critical elements about WHY certain organizational behaviors have a positive effect on capital markets and internal audiences. I apply research-based strategies with my clients to stretch boundaries, kill doubt, and impress profitable change for their companies.

  • Jack Hartwig

    Operations & Talent Partner

    I support both operations and talent acquisition at Avtale, working closely with our clients to enhance their HR processes and build high-performing teams. I bring a strong background in recruiting for Accounting, Finance, and Engineering roles, and have developed a deep understanding of what it takes to identify and attract top talent. In addition to recruiting, I assist with optimizing operational workflows to help our clients achieve greater efficiency and long-term success.

    I hold a degree in Business Administration from the University of St. Thomas, which has provided me with a strong foundation in business strategy and organizational management.

  • Ava Pydych M.Ed. HRD

    Partner & IO Consultant

    Culture-focused Human Resource Development professional specializing training delivery, curriculum development, and project management in corporate and private business environments. Experienced in developing acquisition communication timelines and content. Oversee employee rebadging during M&A. Published clinical author (50 Differences That Make a Difference: A Compendium of Frequently Confused Term Pairs in Psychology). Knowledgeable of formal training development and learning development systems, including instructional design and training strategy. Highly organized, detailed, and responsible professional able to manage competing priorities with acute time management.