LEAD FROM THE FRONT.

BUILD WITH PURPOSE.

Driven by service. Committed to results.

Our story began with a clear mission: to close the gap between military talent and modern workforce demand.


Founded by a U.S. Army veteran and former corporate leader, TalentBase has grown from an idea into a precision-driven recruitment firm serving companies of all sizes. What makes us different? We don’t do cookie-cutter. We don’t chase numbers. We deliver trusted talent, built for real results.

We’re not here to follow industry norms—we’re here to raise the bar.

Our core values define who we are.

Each value shapes how we serve, who we partner with, and how we lead.

  • Integrity First

    We do what’s right, even when no one’s watching. Trust is earned—and we protect it fiercely.

  • Relentless Curiosity

    We never stop learning, questioning, and seeking better ways to serve those we work with.

  • Innovation

    We challenge assumptions and bring creative solutions to veteran hiring and workforce challenges.

  • Transformative Agility

    We adapt fast and help others do the same. Because growth happens outside the comfort zone.

  • Excellence Driven

    We set the bar high—then raise it. Mediocrity has no place in our mission.

  • Results Matter

    Outcomes over optics. We measure success by the impact we make in real lives and real businesses.

TalentBase was built with purpose—and shaped by experience.


After transitioning from the military, I saw firsthand how veterans were often overlooked, underutilized, or placed in roles that didn’t match their true capabilities. At the same time, employers were searching for dependable, adaptable leaders—but struggling to find the right fit.


That insight became the foundation of TalentBase.


We exist to close that gap with precision. We connect military talent to organizations that value integrity, resilience, and performance. And we don’t stop at placement—we stay engaged to ensure long-term success.


Mission-first. People-always.

Our Team

The Team Behind the Mission

TalentBase is built by people who’ve led from the front—on the battlefield, in the boardroom, and everywhere in between. Our team brings deep experience in recruitment, veteran transition, workforce strategy, and organizational development. We’re not just staffing experts—we’re veterans, builders, and advisors who understand the mission and the stakes.

Kenny Spratt

Founder & CEO

Kenny Spratt is a decorated U.S. Army First Sergeant and workforce strategist known for building high-impact teams and scalable talent solutions. He led large-scale hiring operations at Amazon, delivering more than 11,000 hires annually, and later directed workforce partnerships at The Wonderful Company, expanding training and apprenticeship programs across California’s Central Valley.


As a combat veteran and former Commandant at the U.S. Army Ranger School, Kenny brings frontline leadership and discipline into every initiative.


Today, as Founder & CEO of TalentBase, he is dedicated to transforming how employers connect with veteran talent—turning military experience into workforce strength and long-term economic growth.

John Phillips

Lt. Col. (Ret.) John W. Phillips, a former Coca-Cola finance executive and Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army, is a passionate advocate for veterans. He is the author of the Amazon #1 best-seller Boots to Loafers: Finding Your New True North and co-founder of VETLANTA, a leading veteran support network.

Airika Corley

Airika Corley is a seasoned HR leader. With a deep understanding of workforce strategies, she helps organizations build inclusive environments that drive engagement and innovation. Her expertise ensures TalentBase clients benefit from diverse and aligned talent solutions.

David Blaine

David Blaine, is an accomplished employment lawyer, and has advised hundreds of organizations on compliance and defended clients in diverse employment cases, including those involving discrimination, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, harassment, and breach of contract. Before entering the legal field, David honed his management and training skills as a corporate trainer and manager for a major bank. His experience informs his focus on risk management and crafting innovative, business-oriented resolutions to complex workplace issues.

Mark Tribbitt

Dr. Tribbitt is a tenured professor of strategic management at Pepperdine University. In addition to his role as an academic, he works with companies to help them achieve their strategic goals. Prior to pursuing a career in academia, Mark spent 14 years in the financial services industry in various leadership positions. 

"When you align the right talent with the right mission, everything changes. That’s what TalentBase is here to do." - Kenny Spratt