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Shannon Warren

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Shannon Warren isn’t just leading a staffing agency—he’s reshaping the skilled trades industry with heart, vision, and an unstoppable drive. As the founder and CEO of Matrix HR, Shannon has grown the company from a humble three-person startup in 2002 into a leading, 100% Canadian-owned and operated powerhouse serving North America. Starting his journey as a carpenter, Shannon’s deep understanding of the trades industry is rooted in personal experience. But what truly sets him apart is his visionary mindset and relentless determination. He’s a leader who never gives up, constantly pushing boundaries to create better opportunities for workers and businesses alike.

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Based in Calgary, Alberta Matrix HR is a boutique staffing agency specializing in tailored workforce solutions, focusing on industrial, commercial, and civil construction projects. Matrix HR adapts to each project’s unique needs, offering specialized services within its niche. Their expertise spans a wide range of skilled trades and professional roles, including shipbuilding projects. Matrix HR operates in every province and territory in Canada and every state in the USA, ensuring comprehensive coverage for all staffing needs.

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What sets Matrix HR apart is more than its two decades of industry experience—it's the human approach to business. The company holds security clearances that allow it to work on sensitive government projects.

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Matrix HR holds certifications with ComplyWorks, ISNetWorld, and COR in British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan through Energy Safety Canada. These accreditations ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety protocols, enabling Matrix HR to work on industrial projects and with clients that require strict adherence to safety standards.

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Shannon takes immense pride in Matrix HR’s deep-rooted commitment to Indigenous partnerships with the Haisla Nation, Gitga'at Nation, and Métis Settlements of Alberta. “These partnerships aren’t just contracts—they’re relationships built on trust, respect, and mutual growth,” Shannon shares. Through these collaborations, Matrix HR has helped create meaningful employment opportunities within Indigenous communities, fostering economic development and long-term, sustainable growth.

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Shannon also knows that success doesn’t happen in isolation. Strategic partnerships, like the one with People 2.0 for back-office operations and risk management, and collaborations with leading staffing agencies, including Adecco, have been key to Matrix HR’s rapid growth. “We don’t shy away from collaboration; we embrace it. It makes us stronger,” he explains.

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Recognition has followed. Matrix HR has been named among Canada’s Top Growing Companies with Global Mail and received accolades like Fast Growth 50, Profit 500, and the ACSESS Community Service Award. But for Shannon, the real reward is watching people thrive. “At the end of the day, it’s about people—helping them build careers, support their families, and feel proud of what they do.”

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With a relentless focus on trust, safety, compliance, and community, Shannon Warren continues to push Matrix HR forward, shaping not just the future of staffing, but the futures of countless workers across Canada.

 

 

Shannon Warren
Founder/CEO
Matrix HR
Website: www.matrixlabourleasing.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-warren

Facebook: www.facebook.com/matrixhrsolutions

Instagram: @ matrixhrsolutions