Global Power 150 Women in Staffing
The Global Power 150 Women in Staffing honors a notable selection of female executives whose vision, achievements and leadership are elevating and transforming a global industry.
Pamela Chambers O’Rourke
honoree profile
A visionary entrepreneur, Pamela Chambers O’Rourke founded Icon Consultants in 1998. Under her leadership, Icon has grown from a one-woman operation to an enterprise generating over $740 million annually. O’Rourke’s portfolio of companies includes Icon HR Consultants Canada, Vendorpass, iSolutions and Opptly. She has held leadership roles in WBENC, WIPP and the Women Presidents Organization, and she currently serves on the WEConnect International an C200 boards of directors. O’Rourke’s achievements have earned her numerous accolades. In 2024, the Houston Business Journal ranked Icon Information Consultants as the largest staffing firm in the Houston area.