ABOUT US

About 12 Live Staffing

12 Live Staffing is owned and operated by James Houston and Whitwell Kelly, experienced agency operators and accomplished entrepreneurs with professional backgrounds as Allstate insurance agents. They bring years of leadership and operational experience to supporting structured recruitment coordination and applicant communication workflows across partner organizations in the United States.

Our mission is simple: to help applicants move efficiently through the recruitment and onboarding process while maintaining clear, timely communication at every stage.


What We Do

12 Live Staffing supports candidates and partner organizations by coordinating key steps in the placement process, including:

application coordination

interview scheduling

onboarding progress updates

placement communication

documentation workflow support

status notifications throughout the hiring process

Submission of information does not guarantee placement, but we aim to provide a structured, transparent experience for every applicant.


How We Communicate With Applicants

Applicants may receive updates related to:

application status

interview scheduling

onboarding coordination

placement notifications

These communications may be delivered by email or SMS when consent is provided. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Applicants may opt out at any time by replying STOP, or reply HELP for assistance. 📱


Our Commitment to Privacy

We respect applicant privacy and protect personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Mobile information and SMS consent are never shared with third parties for marketing purposes.


Contact Us

12 Live Staffing
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://go.12livestaffing.com

Our Team

James Houston

Operates one of the largest agencies in the DC metro

Multi-state reach, serving Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, DC and Delaware


Increased New Business Items 56.9% this year over prior year


Owns a Tax and Accounting and practice specializing in insurance agencies

Co- Founder

Whitwell Kelly

Joined the insurance industry in 2015,
Purchased the agency in 2017 and was Rookie of the Year

Has since purchased a second agency and is now one of the largest in his market

Best in Zone for ALR production 2023 & 2024

Co- Founder

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Innovation

Fresh, creative solutions.

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Integrity

Honesty and transparency.

Excellence

Excellence

Top-notch services.

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12 LIVE STAFFING LLC

Call or Text: (540) 200-8439

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775 Virginia Ave. Salem, VA 24153

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