Barry Blanchard
About Barry Blanchard
Barry Blanchard is a Client Relationship Executive at Kforce Inc, specializing in advanced services and corporate training. He has extensive experience in client management, sales lifecycle oversight, and project management methodologies.
Work at Kforce
Barry Blanchard has held multiple roles at Kforce Inc since 2011. He currently serves as a Client Relationship Executive – Advanced Services, a position he has held since 2017 in the San Antonio, Texas Area. In addition, he has worked as a Corporate Trainer and Curriculum Builder since 2016, contributing to training initiatives on a nationwide scale. His previous roles at Kforce include Client Development Director, Senior Client Relationship Manager, and Account Executive III, showcasing his extensive experience in client relations and account management.
Background
Barry Blanchard began his career as a Partner at a private real estate investment firm in 2008, where he has been active for 16 years in the San Antonio, Texas Area. He has also worked at TEKsystems as a Senior Technical Recruiter and Account Manager from 2010 to 2011. His experience spans various roles in technical staffing and client management, providing him with a diverse skill set in the industry.
Education and Expertise
Barry Blanchard studied at Texas State University-San Marcos from 2001 to 2004 and later attended Florida Atlantic University, where he focused on Intercultural Relations and earned a BA in Communications in 2007. His educational background supports his expertise in client relations and communication strategies, which are essential in his current roles.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Barry Blanchard has managed consulting teams on-site at client locations, focusing on performance reviews and evaluations. He oversees the full sales lifecycle, ensuring high-functioning teams are tailored to meet client needs. Additionally, he drives the Statement of Work (SOW) process, aligning client requirements with service delivery. His leadership in transitioning organizations from Waterfall to Agile methodologies has enhanced project management efficiency.