At Hemisphere Talent Solutions, we make it simple to access skilled international talent—whether you’re hiring seasonal agricultural workers, building an offshore accounting team, or sponsoring a professional through the H-1B visa program. We handle the complexity so you can focus on productivity.
STRENGTHS: Individualization, Strategic, Activator, Arranger, Command
Patty North brings over 30 years of leadership in recruitment and staffing to Hemisphere Talent Solutions. She leads U.S. operations with a focus on strategic planning, client engagement, and service delivery. Patty’s expertise spans executive management, workforce strategy, and full-cycle talent acquisition across accounting, finance, agriculture, and professional services.
She specializes in designing offshore and visa-based workforce models (H-2A, H-1B) that help employers address talent gaps and build sustainable hiring pipelines. Her deep industry knowledge ensures Hemisphere clients receive tailored, compliant, and cost-effective talent solutions.
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Robyn leads the strategic sourcing, candidate experience, and client delivery efforts across Hemisphere’s professional and agricultural divisions. With over 10 years in strategic hiring, global mobility operations, and leading workforce strategies for scaling businesses, she has helped hundreds of companies solve their hiring challenges through thoughtful, relationship-driven strategies. Robyn specializes in aligning global talent with U.S. employer needs, and her commitment to ethical hiring and personalized service sets the tone for the entire team.
Paul Olson is President of Arbor Bank, a leading financial institution serving Eastern Nebraska and Western Iowa. With deep expertise in commercial and agricultural lending, Paul is known for helping businesses and farm operators achieve sustainable growth through tailored financing, disciplined lending, and long-term relationships.
A strong advocate for the agricultural economy, Paul has expanded Arbor Bank’s support for producers and rural enterprises, providing solutions for land and equipment financing, working capital, and succession planning in an evolving regulatory landscape.
As a board member of Hemisphere Talent Solutions, an Arbor Bank company, Paul champions innovative workforce strategies that address today’s talent shortages across agriculture and professional services. His leadership reflects a modern approach to banking, where access to capital and access to talent go hand in hand.
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Paul’s work goes beyond banking, supporting the long-term resilience of local businesses, rural communities, and essential industries.
Alexi Wellman is an accomplished financial executive and board director with over 25 years of experience leading publicly traded companies, managing complex transactions, and advising high-growth ventures. She currently serves as CEO of Altaba Inc., where she previously held the role of Chief Financial and Accounting Officer, demonstrating a strong track record of strategic execution and investor-focused leadership.
Her prior experience includes senior finance roles at Yahoo!, CFO of Nebraska Book Company, and nearly 20 years at KPMG, where she served as an audit partner across multiple industries. Alexi currently serves on the boards of one of the largest trucking firms in North America and a manufacturer of long-duration energy storage batteries. She has also served on numerous other boards of including: Yahoo Japan, Endurance International Group, and several SPACs.
As an Advisor of Hemisphere Talent Solutions, Alexi supports the firm’s mission to bridge global talent gaps by advising on scalable, ethical workforce strategies that connect South African talent with U.S. employers.
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Alexi remains active in the investment and startup community as a mentor and advisor.
James Brouhard serves as Chief Technology Officer at Arbor Bank, where he leads enterprise technology strategy and innovation to enhance digital services, optimize operations, and ensure robust regulatory compliance. With a background spanning financial services, infrastructure modernization, and intelligent systems design, James brings a forward-thinking approach to technology leadership.
Prior to Arbor Bank, James held senior roles at FNTS, where he led the development of enterprise observability frameworks, resiliency programs, and AI-driven automation tools that improved service quality and operational agility. He is particularly recognized for integrating AI into quality control systems, leveraging intelligent automation to reduce error rates, streamline workflows, and enable real-time decision-making across critical business functions.
As an Advisory Board Member for Hemisphere Talent Solutions’ Technology Division, James provides strategic guidance on the implementation of scalable, technology-enabled talent solutions. He plays an active role in identifying platforms and systems that improve delivery, elevate candidate quality, and support global workforce scalability.
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James is committed to aligning technology with business value—helping organizations drive innovation, reduce risk, and create lasting operational efficiency. His leadership at Arbor Bank and strategic oversight at Hemisphere Talent Solutions reflect a deep belief in the transformative power of smart, data-driven systems.
Keaton is a legal and operations executive with global experience in professional services, legal process outsourcing, and international workforce strategy. He currently serves as Head of Legal at Remote Review, a South African-based legal services company that supports law firms and corporate legal departments through outsourced document review and compliance solutions.
Prior to founding Remote Review, Keaton held roles at several respected legal institutions. These involved TLT LLP, Rosling King LLP, as well as multiple clients from Deloitte and the Lloyds Banking Group, where he practiced as a solicitor and associate. His work has spanned commercial litigation, compliance, and corporate advisory, giving him a comprehensive understanding of legal frameworks across jurisdictions.
As an Advisory Board Member for Hemisphere Talent Solutions – South Africa, Keaton provides strategic guidance on legal risk, compliance, and workforce solutions. He plays a key role in helping Hemisphere navigate legal infrastructure in the region and contributes to the company’s broader mission of connecting high-quality South African talent with global employment opportunities.
