Vanessa La Coste
About Vanessa La Coste
Vanessa La Coste is a Client Relationship Director at Kforce Inc, where she has worked since 2012. She has a background in business development and marketing, with notable achievements in client satisfaction and consultant placements.
Work at Kforce
Vanessa La Coste has served as the Client Relationship Director at Kforce Inc since 2012. In this role, she has focused on managing client relationships and ensuring high levels of satisfaction. Her tenure at Kforce has been marked by significant achievements, including the management of one of the company's largest clients in the Midwest after relocating to Madison in 2014. Vanessa's performance has consistently met and exceeded industry standards, contributing to Kforce's reputation in the staffing industry.
Previous Experience
Before her current role at Kforce, Vanessa La Coste worked as a Business Development Manager at Boelter + Lincoln Marketing Communications from 2011 to 2012. She also held the position of Account Executive at Seroka Brand Development in the mortgage and financial industry from 2009 to 2011. These roles provided her with a solid foundation in client relations and business development, enhancing her skills in managing client expectations and delivering results.
Education and Expertise
Vanessa La Coste studied at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where she earned a degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from 2003 to 2007. This educational background has equipped her with essential knowledge and skills in marketing strategies and business operations, which she has applied throughout her career in various roles within the staffing and marketing industries.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Vanessa La Coste has achieved notable recognition for her contributions to client satisfaction and business performance. In 2017, she attained individual client satisfaction results that were 80% higher than the industry average. She has received several awards at Kforce, including the 2016 President's Circle Award, which is awarded to a select few employees, and the Diamond Club Award. Additionally, she has been recognized as a Kforce Gold Performer for four consecutive years.
Consultant Matching Success
From 2012 to 2018, Vanessa La Coste played a crucial role in matching over 200 IT and business consultants with client engagements. Her efforts resulted in a 25% consultant conversion rate from contract to full-time employment, demonstrating her effectiveness in understanding client needs and aligning them with the right talent.