About
Our Story
Originally from Rochester, NY, Shawn Gough has called Charlotte, NC home for 17 years. With over 16 years of success at leading U.S. and global staffing and consulting firms, Shawn has supported clients across IT, Accounting & Finance, Healthcare (non-clinical), Engineering - including aerospace - and Operations. His expertise spans executive search, direct hire, Staff Augmentation, and workforce and project based solutions, always with a focus on speed, precision, and measurable impact.
Building on relationships forged in Charlotte and nationwide, Shawn founded Tactical Edge with a singular goal: to deliver the talent organizations need - when they need it - without the inefficiencies and empty promises that give the industry a bad name. Leading with experience, honesty, and visibility, Shawn partners with organizations that value diversity and proven expertise in their workforce.
Shawn and his wife, Medine, bring a global perspective shaped by roots in Jamaica, Grenada, Germany, and Türkiye. They seek to bring a global perspective - an outlook that informs Tactical Edge’s commitment to helping organizations scale and thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Mission Statement
Talent and client-first approach, driven to deliver speed, quality, and results. We help organizations find and keep top talent, transform for growth, and lead through diversity and change.
Vision
"Tactical Edge isn’t just a name - it’s a philosophy. In a market where timing and execution matter, we operate with the same principles as any successful tactical maneuver - clarity, agility, and impact. Every search is a calculated move, every placement a strategic win. Our name reflects our approach: tactical thinking, sharp execution, and an edge that keeps our clients ahead of the curve." - Shawn Gough, Founder
Core Values
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Clarity: Transparent processes, clear communication, and defined outcomes.
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Agility: Rapid response and adaptive strategies to meet evolving needs.
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Impact: Every placement designed to drive measurable business results.
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Integrity: Honest partnerships built on trust and accountability.
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Diversity: A commitment to inclusive hiring and global perspectives.
