THE HAVRE TEAM
Who We Are
Chris Johnsrud
Employment Specialist
Chris joined the MEC team in July 2025 to help establish our presence in the Havre, Montana area. He is a dedicated disability rights advocate with deep roots in the community, drawing on both personal experience and a lifelong commitment to service. Chris grew up in Havre, where he continues to live close to his mother and two children. His interests—volunteering, hunting, fishing, and working on cars—reflect his practical, hands-on approach to life and community. After various careers in management and technology, including serving as a Wireless Network Manager at Triangle Telephone and a Technical Advisor for GE Transportation, Chris became physically disabled five years ago. This experience became a turning point, strengthening his commitment to self-advocacy and inspiring him to support others navigating similar challenges. Chris currently serves as a Governor-appointed board member and the President of the Montana State Independent Living Council. He also contributes to the Montana Youth Transitions Committee and works directly with individuals as a Peer Support Specialist and Community Programs Facilitator at North Central Independent Living Services.
Robert Snizek
Founder & CEO
Robert is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) with a master’s in rehabilitation counseling from MSU-Billings. He has spent over 20 years helping individuals with disabilities find meaningful employment, including supporting clients in becoming self-employed. Robert is passionate about job creation, job retention, and empowering clients to succeed in their careers. Robert graduated from MSU-Billings in 2000 and began his career in rehabilitation counseling. Prior to founding Montana Employment Consultants in 2017, he spent 13 years as the medical care manager for the Headway Brain Injury Rehabilitation Program at St. Vincent Healthcare, and previously founded MontanaWorks, a job placement agency for people with disabilities. Robert has served on the boards of the Montana Brain Injury Alliance and the Montana Association of Rehabilitation (MAR) and has presented at national and regional conferences on brain injury and employment facilitation, including APSE and the Brain Injury Association of Utah.
