Our Team
Mary Ann Faremouth
President & Founder
Mary Ann is an award-winning recruiter, author, and career strategist with a passion for helping individuals and organizations reach their full potential. As the founder of Faremouth & Company, she brings over three decades of executive search experience across industries, blending deep market insight with a holistic, people-first approach. Her groundbreaking “Five-Step Faremouth Method” has guided countless professionals through transformative career journeys, earning her recognition as a thought leader in talent acquisition. With a commitment to integrity, innovation, and human connection, Mary Ann continues to shape the future of recruitment and professional development.
Chris Sandland, CPA
Director of Operations
Chris is a strategic operations leader who brings over a decade of financial and analytical expertise to the recruiting industry. As Director of Operations, he applies his background in FP&A and professional services to optimize performance, refine processes, and enhance service delivery. His prior roles as Corporate FP&A Manager at KBR and previously at Deloitte—equipped him with a sharp ability to translate data into business strategy, lead high-performing global teams, and manage complex cross-functional initiatives. With a focus on precision and scalability, Chris leverages his experience to drive operational excellence and deliver impactful recruiting solutions.
Chris holds both a Bachelor of Business Administration degree and a Master in Professional Accounting degree from the University of Texas at Austin. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the State of Texas.
Memberships & Mentorships
National Association of Steel Pipe Distributors (NASPD), board member
National Association of Pipe Coating Applicators (NAPCA)
Certified Personnel Consultant (CPC) [inactive]
Houston Independent Personnel Consultants (HIPC), past president
Toastmasters International
University of Houston, mentor
Rotary International
Houston Community College, panel member
Walsh College Mentor Program, mentor
National Association of Personnel Society (NAPS)
Houston Writing House
Imprint
Houston Writers Guild
Authors Marketing Guild, board member
Women of the World Network