Edie Howard B.A., M.S.
Owner / Employment Specialist
With a mother who was a special education teacher and a daughter born with Down syndrome, working with special needs hasn’t just been part of my life – it has shaped who I am. As an Employment Specialist, I help individuals with disabilities break through employment barriers every day. This isn’t just my job; it’s my calling and my passion.
I’ve combined 20 years of business-to-business sales experience with 3+ years of disability employment training to create KC Special Recruits – because everyone deserves the chance to shine in the workplace.
On a personal note, I’d like you to meet my daughter and absolute pride and joy, Jaclynn Pickens. A graduate of Blue Valley Northwest High School and Johnson County Community College’s CONNECT program, Jaclynn landed her position as Courtesy Clerk at Hen House Markets through Pre-ETS in 2022.
Today, she thrives in her role, splitting her time between courtesy clerk duties and her work as a floral apprentice – bringing smiles to Hen House customers every day.
