Kelli Watkins

Kelli Watkins is an experienced professional in business development and recruiting, currently serving as an Executive Sales Assistant at Bryson since June 2025. Prior to this role, Kelli was the Vice President of Business Development & Recruiting at South Bay Search from October 2018 to June 2025, contributing to the placement of commercial insurance professionals across the United States. Kelli has a background as a Talent Manager at Kforce Inc., where responsibilities included sourcing candidates through various channels, and as an HR Coordinator/Recruiter at the Community Child Care Council, overseeing recruitment and interviewing processes. Kelli began initial career endeavors as a Student Fundraiser at the Chico State Call Center, achieving significant fundraising goals and training new staff. Kelli holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Human Resources Management and Services from California State University, Chico, obtained in 2014.