James Kennedy graduated from University of Wisconsin–Madison with a degree in Psychology, and left Waukesha, Wisconsin for Los Angeles. Soon thereafter, James took an opportunity to join SEP in 2013, in a role that would allow him to impact growth for both companies and candidates. With the mentorship and guidance he received from the organization, paired with his grit and dedication, James moved through the ranks from entry level employee to Partner very quickly. Among his successes is the guidance he was able to provide to a Fortune 500 company, allowing them to finally land and keep the top talent they’d been searching for. He describes his career at SEP as being centered on relationships – he excels in seeing potential in people and organizations, and helping others see that potential too. James has had the opportunity to manage different offices over the years, from Los Angeles, to Boston, and Chicago, and has earned the respect of his staff and peers through his unwavering commitment to achieve any goal he sets forth. James currently serves as Partner and Division Manager of the Chicago office. He likes to spend his free time playing basketball, biking, and spending time with his wife, dog, and daughter. He also likes to carve out some time at the end of the day to make himself a nice martini.