Karise Swainson is a professional in their field. Colleagues describe them as "Amid the 2020 pandemic, while in lockdown across the Pacific Ocean in Rwanda, Karise somehow found me and recruited me for a dream job as a Remote JavaScript Instructor at TLG. To say the role was a perfect match would be an understatement—and somehow, Karise knew I’d be great for it even before I did. Fast forward four years, and I found myself navigating the challenging job market of 2024, shaped by AI disruptions and broader geopolitical and economic uncertainty. Once again, Karise came to my rescue. She met with me one-on-one multiple times, coaching me on refining my job search strategies and offering tailored advice for each stage of the process. Her insight was invaluable as she reviewed and provided feedback on my resumes for a variety of roles, including software engineering, web development, solutions engineering, curriculum development, and technical product management. But Karise didn’t stop there. Leveraging her signature behind-the-scenes wizardry, she worked tirelessly to identify roles that were the right fit for me. Thanks to a networking strategy she introduced me to, I landed yet another perfect role—something that felt almost impossible at the start of my search. Like many job seekers, my journey was filled with uncertainty, rejection emails, and moments of self-doubt. Unlike many, I had Karise on my side. She checked in regularly, believed in me when I struggled to believe in myself, and encouraged me to keep moving forward. What could have been a grueling, uphill battle became a manageable—and ultimately successful—experience, thanks to her unwavering support. If your organization is seeking a people-oriented career strategist, or if you’re personally looking for a passionate and caring coach to co-pilot your job search, I cannot recommend Karise highly enough. Her expertise, dedication, and genuine care for the people she works with set her apart. Feel free to reach out to me if you’d like to learn more or connect directly with Karise. Karise, thank you once again for everything. I will pay it forward." and "Karise's expertise in the job market, her communication skills, and her suggestions when it came to interviews and what to look out for were IRREPLACEABLE during my transition out of the Army. She did the best she could to ensure that I was informed of opportunities and when to reach for them! I cannot thank her enough and I am very confident to say that I wouldn't be where I am now without her wisdom and hard work!"