From Doubt to Dominance: How Kristi Thornton Built a People-First Recruiting Business That Wins

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Welcome back to the Level Up and LIVE Podcast, where we sit down with Montgomery County’s boldest business owners who are building more than just companies — they're designing lives they don’t grow to hate.

Today’s guest is Kristi Thornton, CEO of KOO Recruit, national speaker, award-winning community leader, and a fearless entrepreneur helping companies build teams and cultures that win.

In this episode, we go deep into:

Her gritty early days of building a business from scratch

Why so many leaders struggle with isolation — and how to fix it

The emotional moment of hiring her first employee

Her journey from heartbreak to national stages

How she’s built a people-first brand that’s changing lives

What it takes to lead with courage, clarity, and consistency

If you’re feeling stuck, burned out, or unsure what’s next, this one’s for you.

🎧 Tune in now and get inspired by someone who turned loss into leadership and setbacks into serious momentum.

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