SCHENKEL SCHULTZ

Justin is a Recruiter on the PRPL & Friends team, where he specializes in connecting top talent with opportunities in UX, product design, and development. With deep experience in creative and technical recruiting, he identifies candidates whose strengths align with client needs and project goals. His focus on relationship-building, strategic placement, and team fit helps deliver successful outcomes across PRPL's extended network.

As President and COO at Purple, Rock, Scissors, Rich Wahl leads agency operations, growth strategy, and client partnerships with a relentless focus on delivering impactful digital experiences. With over 35 years of experience building and marketing brands, Rich blends strategic insight with creative thinking to help organizations navigate change and drive measurable results. His expertise spans digital strategy, brand development, and customer experience, with a strong track record across eCommerce, SaaS, and enterprise platforms.

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As Creative Director at Purple Rock Scissors, Chris Ladwig is an award-winning designer with 15 years of experience building strategic brands through identity systems, 360 campaigns, product design, and packaging, shaping meaningful experiences that move brands forward.

With over a decade of experience, April is a senior visual designer who strives to create visual systems that are user-centric, scalable, and emotionally resonant. She leads with curiosity, and thoughtful collaboration to create meaningful partnerships. April specializes in creating compelling brand narratives grounded by strategy, marketing collateral, and crafting digital experiences that merge creativity with business impact.