J.R.Paddon Associates Inc. is a proud member of the IHRA.

James Paddon, President
James started J.R. Paddon Associates, Inc. in 1997.  Prior to starting JRP, James spent 14 years at Target.  His responsibilities included Buyer and Sr. Buyer roles in the Gift and Décor department and Trend Manager for Men’s and Boy’s apparel.  After leaving Target, he worked as a consultant for Spiegel Catalog and Marshall Fields.         

Doug Wolleat, Account Executive
Doug joined JRP in 2000.  Prior to JRP, Doug spent a year at Marshall Fields in the buying offices.  He has experience in multiple product categories in home décor hard lines.  Doug has a MBA from the University of St. Thomas.  
 
Ryan Swenson, Account Manager
Ryan joined JRP in 2009.  Prior to JRP, Ryan spent 2 years working for a graphic tee shirt manufacturer and 1 year at Target working as a business analyst in merchandise planning.  Ryan brings statistical analysis to the team and an experience in soft line products. 

Nicole Goergen, Account Associate
Nicole joined JRP in 2011. Prior to JRP, Nikki spent five years conducting on-the-ground research and in-person interviews for the development of national image building campaigns for emerging markets. She brings her global insight and broad multi-sector business knowledge to the team.