Brooke Saunders
About Brooke Saunders
Brooke Saunders is the Managing Director at Kforce Inc, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in communication and extensive experience in talent management, she connects IT professionals with companies to address business challenges in the St. Louis and Kansas City markets.
Work at Kforce
Brooke Saunders has been with Kforce Inc since 2017, initially serving as a Talent Associate for five years until 2022. In this role, she focused on connecting IT professionals with companies in need of their expertise. Following her tenure as a Talent Associate, she advanced to the position of Market Manager, where she worked from 2019 to 2022 in the Greater St. Louis Area. Currently, she holds the title of Managing Director, a position she has occupied since 2022. In this capacity, she plays a crucial role in shaping the sales strategy and ensuring effective delivery execution in the St. Louis and Kansas City markets.
Education and Expertise
Brooke Saunders studied at Western Illinois University from 2007 to 2012, where she earned a degree in Communication. Her educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for effective communication and relationship-building in her professional roles. Prior to her university education, she attended Pleasant Hill High School from 2004 to 2007. This foundation in communication has been instrumental in her ability to connect IT experts with businesses, facilitating solutions to complex challenges in the technology sector.
Background
Before joining Kforce, Brooke Saunders worked as a Sales Manager at Holiday Inn Express in Lake Zurich, Illinois, for five months in 2014 and 2015. This role provided her with experience in sales and customer service, which she later applied in her positions at Kforce. Her career trajectory reflects a consistent focus on connecting talent with opportunities, particularly in the technology field. She has developed a strong understanding of the needs of both clients and candidates, enhancing her effectiveness in her current role.
Client Engagement and Solutions
In her current role as Managing Director at Kforce, Brooke Saunders is responsible for assisting over 100 clients in the St. Louis and Kansas City areas. She helps these clients connect with top technology talent to address their business challenges. Her work involves providing managed engagements, staff augmentation, and permanent placements across various technology sectors. This focus on client engagement allows her to play a pivotal role in driving results for businesses through effective talent acquisition.