Celebrating Leadership: Jonas Roessel Named to Boston Business Journal’s 40 Under 40

Jonas Roessel received the Boston Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 award on October 30, 2024.

Meet Jonas Roessel, the co-founder and managing partner of Roessel Joy. With a decade of experience in the staffing industry, Jonas is dedicated to connecting talented individuals with the right opportunities. His dedication to finding the perfect fit for both clients and candidates has been instrumental in the success of Roessel Joy. 

As a managing partner at Roessel Joy, Jonas's expertise spans from major firms to boutique agencies. He also plays an active role in the Boston-area startup community as a member of The Startup Coalition, offering valuable insights and support. With a background that includes roles at reputable firms such as Daley And Associates, LLC, and Robert Half, Jonas's experience and commitment to excellence shine through.  

Jonas's educational background is equally impressive, holding bachelor's degrees in Economics and Finance from UMass Boston. With his leadership, experience, and dedication, Jonas is a driving force behind Roessel Joy's continued success in the staffing industry. 

When getting to know Jonas Roessel beyond his role as the founding partner of Roessel Joy, we wanted to explore the inspirations, ambitions, and values that drive him. Here’s what he had to share:

Who has had the greatest influence on your career journey? 

Probably my first boss at Robert Half, Agnes. She mentored me from day one and really shaped me into who I am today.

If you could share a coffee with any business leader, who would you choose? 

Bob Iger or Marc Benioff. Both have taken big risks on new products that have allowed their companies to grow and stand out.

What inspires you the most in your day-to-day life? 

Growing something, seeing the way we’ve been able to grow Roessel Joy in the past few years, has been amazing. Setting short-term goals for yourself and achieving them is the most fulfilling and has kept me motivated to keep pushing growth.

What career opportunity do you feel was most pivotal to your success? 

My first promotion to management at Robert Half. It showed me the inner workings of staffing, and I had a great District President to whom I rolled up and learned a lot.

What’s the biggest career challenge you’ve overcome?

When we started our own company, we didn’t have much and had to bootstrap everything. We didn’t have health insurance for a few months, and no banks would give us money at a fair rate, so we really had to scrap the first year.

Is there a cause or project you’re particularly passionate about? 

Yes, education accessibility. Higher education allows people to get out of the poverty cycle and create generational wealth for their families. I’m on the board of the College of Management at UMass Boston and have started the Women’s Beacons in Business program and long term want to work with them to make the school tuition free.

What’s your go-to way to recharge? 

The gym and running outside have always kept me level-headed. It’s a great way to destress and think about new ideas.

How do you envision your career and life at age 60? 

If all goes to plan, Roessel Joy will be a publicly traded company bigger than Robert Half and Randstad. I’ll also be working a lot with UMass and other schools to push for education accessibility.