LEAD FROM THE FRONT.

BUILD WITH PURPOSE.

Driven by service. Committed to results.

TalentBase was founded with one clear mission: to change how organizations connect with proven, high-performing talent.


We design structured, low-risk workforce solutions that work. Whether it’s developing custom internship-to-hire pipelines, guiding SkillBridge implementation, or connecting companies with mission-ready professionals, everything we do is built around precision, trust, and results.


Our approach isn’t traditional — because the workforce challenges companies face today can’t be solved with traditional thinking.

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 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 on a simple belief: great talent isn’t found—it’s developed, supported, and aligned.


We work at the intersection of employer needs and people’s potential, designing structured, mission-aligned programs that fuel retention, impact, and performance.


Whether it’s helping a transitioning service member land their next chapter or building internship-to-hire pipelines for future leaders—our work is hands-on, real-world, and built to last.


We’re here to close the gaps that slow business down—and unlock the full value of your workforce.


Mission-first. People-always.

Our Team

The Team Behind the Mission

We’re not just filling roles—we’re building futures. Our team has experience leading workforce strategy, launching large-scale programs, and advising executives on what talent actually looks like in practice. We’ve done the work—and now we help others do it better.

Kenny Spratt

Founder & CEO

Kenny Spratt is a workforce strategist with deep roots in service and leadership. A retired U.S. Army First Sergeant, he later led high-volume hiring at Amazon and built regional workforce programs for The Wonderful Company.


Today, as founder of TalentBase, he partners with employers to design talent pipelines, SkillBridge consulting, and internship-to-hire solutions that deliver real results.


Kenny holds an MBA from Pepperdine University, is a Certified Workforce Development Professional. He also sits on the boards of M.A.R.E. and the Wounded Heroes Fund and has spoken internationally on workforce development and career technical education.

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