Our Team
Chaz Cirame
Founder and Principal, Big Fish
Chaz Cirame
Chaz Cirame launched Big Fish to solve one of the toughest challenges in public policy: finding the right talent. Whether it's for non-profits, trade associations, or private sector organizations, Big Fish helps clients recruit high-impact leaders who move missions forward.
With over two decades of experience across politics, non-profits, trade associations, and corporate roles in marketing, fundraising, and public affairs for Fortune 500s, Chaz brings a deep understanding of what it takes to build teams that win.
Today, he puts that experience to work helping organizations build high-performing teams that exceed goals, spark innovation, and drive lasting change.
Chaz believes the right team can unlock exponential growth—and that nothing transforms an organization faster than the right people in the right roles.
Favorite Fish: Lobster 🦞
Favorite Talent Quote:
"If each of us hires people who are smaller than we are, we shall become a company of dwarfs.
But if each of us hires people who are bigger than we are, we shall become a company of giants."
— David Ogilvy, Ogilvy on Advertising
Leah Nalepa
Talent Advisor & Human Capital Consultant
Leah Nalepa is a seasoned professional development consultant and certified personal stylist with a rich background in sales, account management, and diverse roles within the non-profit sector. Her passion for elevating individuals extends to her ownership of District Style, where she curates impactful personal styles for both men and women. Leah co-hosts The Getting Dressed Podcast, delving into conversations around personal style and development.
In her professional endeavors, Leah has contributed significantly to external relations, professional development, alumni relations, and programming within non-profit settings. Her dedication to refining personal and professional presence is mirrored in her work, enabling individuals to exude confidence through their style choices. Outside her career pursuits, Leah finds joy in travel and cherishes quality moments with her family, friends, and her dachshund puppy, Jack.
Angel Fimbres-Barcelo
Senior Talent Advisor
Angel embodies a decade-long immersion in the Washington, DC job market, emerging as an adept recruiter across diverse industries. Her forte lies in fostering robust connections with discerning hiring managers who prioritize top-tier talent. She is passionate about championing individual liberties and empowering aspirants to discern opportunities and actualize their career aspirations.
Angel has worked as a National Chapter Director for the Independent Women's Network, a Grassroots Trainer for Americans for Prosperity, and Director of Political and Fundraising Training at the Leadership Institute.
