Our Team

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Janine Kyritsis

Chief Listening Officer, Co-owner

As a lifetime small business owner, Janine understands the challenges business owners face. At Keen Independent, she has overseen thousands of interviews about social and economic disadvantage.

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Dr. Sarah Huisman

Consultant

Sarah is a dedicated researcher, educator and author who has lived across the country, from Alaska to Arizona. Since joining the Keen Independent team, her work has included studying barriers to business success.

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Blanca Monter

Senior Consultant, Co-owner

As an immigrant and a native Spanish speaker, Blanca knows how personal history and culture influence each person’s path. She often supports Spanish-language conversations for the firm.

Janine, Sarah and Blanca are supported by the Keen Independent team:

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We have staff across the country and are all trained, experienced researchers who are eager to work with you.

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