The Hillsborough Pinellas Workforce Development has voted to appoint Keidrian Kunkel as the next CEO of CareerSource Hillsborough Pinellas (CSHP). Kunkel’s appointment comes after a nationwide search. The CSHP board voted to approve Kunkel’s appointment as CEO at their meeting on Nov. 21.
“Keidrian impressed us with her fresh perspective and extensive experience in workforce development. We are confident that she will be an invaluable asset to our region as we continue to connect jobseekers with opportunities and strengthen our local workforce,” said Hillsborough County Commissioner Gwen Myers. She chairs the consortium of elected officials from Hillsborough and Pinellas counties that has oversight over CareerSource Hillsborough Pinellas.
“I am honored to be selected as the new CEO of CareerSource Hillsborough Pinellas,” said Kunkel. “I am excited to bring my dedication to workforce development and my focus on innovation to this role. My goal is to build on the strong foundation already in place, expanding opportunities for jobseekers and supporting the needs of local employers. I look forward to working with the board, our partners, and the community to drive meaningful results that will benefit the entire region.”
Learn More About Keidrian Kunkel
Kunkel most recently served as a senior operations director for Eckerd Connects, overseeing workforce development regions in Louisiana, Maryland, and North Carolina. The National Association of Workforce Development Professionals recognized Kunkel as Workforce Professional of the Year in 2020, and as a New and Emerging Professional in 2017. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English from the College of Charleston and is certified as a Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF).
Kunkel’s start date is tentatively effective January 9, 2025.
