SOUTHFIELD, Mich., January 9, 2023 – Epitec is pleased to announce the appointment of Rebecca Bray to president. This move comes on the heels of a 2022 announcement that Josie Sheppard would take on the role of CEO following Jerry Sheppard’s 43 years of majority ownership. Epitec is women-owned and operated with Sheppard and Bray leading the organization into its future.
Bray brings a wealth of experience, industry knowledge, and relationships to the role of president, having previously served as the company’s Chief Sales Officer. As CSO, Bray was responsible for driving sales and revenue growth, as well as building and maintaining strong relationships with clients. In her role as president, Bray will continue to prioritize Epitec’s client portfolio while also overseeing company operations, setting organizational priorities, and driving growth.
“We are thrilled to elevate Rebecca to the role of president,” said CEO Josie Sheppard. “Rebecca has a proven record of success in sales and a deep understanding of our business. She is an invaluable part of Epitec’s story over the past 25 years and will bring synergy to the team as we head into the future.”
Bray said, “I am honored for the opportunity to lead Epitec as president, and excited to work with this talented team as we take the company to new heights.”
Bray holds a bachelor’s in business administration and marketing from Central Michigan University, and a certificate from Harvard Business School Program for Leadership Development (PLD). She has also completed executive education courses at University of Michigan Ross School of Business and The Lead Institute. Bray takes an active role in the community and commits her time to mentoring young girls and women pursuing IT careers and serving as an advisor on several boards including the Michigan Council of Women in Technology and Forgotten Harvest.
Epitec is one of the largest women-owned IT, engineering, and professional staffing companies in the United States. For 45 years, Epitec has delivered exceptional talent to customers in all industries including Fortune 500 automotive, financial, technology, healthcare, manufacturing, telecommunications, insurance, retail and government. Epitec is certified by the Women Business Enterprise Council, is consistently recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For and is an Allegis Global Solutions Strategic Partner.
