Kari Benson has spent more than 13 years building long-term client relationships and as a result has been highly successful in the areas of business development, recruiting, and executive search. Her expert ability to source and assess talent has enabled Kari to provide clients with the resources they need to successfully carry out key internal initiatives that produce a clear bottom-line impact.

As a member of the StevenDouglas Project Resources Division, Kari focuses primarily on providing experienced project professionals that assist clients in the areas of finance and accounting, audit and compliance, human resources, and information technology. Kari serves both public and private companies effectively by utilizing her broad-based business experience to properly assess a client’s needs and bring them the appropriate resources to meet their objectives.

Before joining StevenDouglas, Kari held various progressive management roles with a Fortune 500 recruiting firm. During her tenure she was the recipient of numerous awards in which she was recognized for both performance and excellence. As Managing Director for the Miami locations, she was among the top 10% nationwide in an organization with over 10,000 employees.

Kari earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Information Management from the University of North Dakota. Throughout her career, Kari has been active in Broward Partnership for the Homeless, Inc. and Susan G.Komen Fight for the Cure. She is also one of the founders of the first kickball league in Miami. Her hobbies include freelance photography which has earned her five 1st place awards from the Florida Press Association.

Tammy has been a driving force behind the success of StevenDouglas' Central Florida Project practice since 2009. In 2020, she extended her leadership to North Florida. With a specialized focus in accounting & finance, internal audit, and human resources, Tammy is widely recognized for her commitment to building strong client relationships and maintaining credibility through exceptional performance.

Before joining StevenDouglas, Tammy made her mark by establishing and leading the Florida practice of a publicly held global professional services firm. Her consistently outstanding performance placed her among the firm's top national producers. Tammy's dedication to client service earned her the status of a trusted advisor to a Fortune 50 client, where she spearheaded an internal global team, collaborating with three sister organizations to deliver consulting, project, and staffing services.

Tammy's exceptional contributions have not gone unnoticed by both professional and civic organizations. She has received several prestigious honors, including the Business Woman of the Year award from the Tampa Bay Business Journal. Her commitment to community engagement is evident through her recognition as Board Member of the Year by the Florida Coalition for Children and Big Sister of the Year by Big Brothers Big Sisters Tampa Bay.

In addition to her career accomplishments, Tammy is actively involved in numerous local professional organizations, including Chief, Women's Executive Leadership (WEL), and the Orlando and Jacksonville Florida Institute of CFOs (fiCFO) groups. During the height of the pandemic, Tammy created emPOWer, a female executive organization based in Central and North Florida. Currently, she serves on the Board of Big Brothers Big Sisters Tampa Bay and is the founder and chair of the annual Battle of the Bass Tournament in Polk County. Tammy also holds the position of Board Chair on the Camelot Community Care Board and is a dedicated member of the Tocqueville Society with United Way Suncoast, serving as both a Board member and Chair of the Executive Compensation Committee. In 2021, Tammy was appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis to serve on the Florida Rehabilitation Council.

Outside of her professional and community commitments, Tammy cherishes quality time spent with her husband, Darrell, her son, RD, and their beloved dog, Rocky. They can often be found enjoying their lakehouse, embarking on adventures, or exploring the country on memorable road trips. Tammy's dedication to her work, her community, and her family embodies her unwavering commitment to making a positive impact on the world around her.