Built for the moments that define your organization

Brian Waller

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Brian Waller, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of Highspring, drives strategic growth by fostering collaboration and innovation across brands. He co-founded Vaco in 2002 and has roots in Big Four auditing and business development. A University of Tennessee graduate, Brian champions entrepreneurship, mentors startups, and supports philanthropic initiatives.

Steve Kass

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Steve Kass, Chief Operating Officer of Highspring, drives organizational effectiveness through strategic leadership and innovation. With expertise in technology transformation and service model innovation, he helps businesses scale while championing diversity and inclusion. An avid streak runner, Steve values authenticity and self-accountability in leadership.

Publications featuring Steve

THE STAFFING STREAM: Is it the right time to add managed services to your business portfolio?

FAST COMPANY: I’ve been a super commuter for more than a decade. Here’s why

Tracey Power

CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER

Tracey Power, Vaco’s Chief People Officer, focuses on aligning people, culture, and business strategy to create a thriving workplace. She champions employee well-being and growth, enabling best-in-class client service. Tracey is a certified executive coach, adjunct professor, and active community volunteer.

Katie Strout

CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER

Katie Strout, Chief Marketing Officer of Highspring, leads marketing and communications with a focus on revenue growth, brand transformation, and AI-powered efficiency. Leveraging nearly two decades of experience spanning consulting, staffing, technology, and consumer industries, she specializes in growth strategy, demand generation, and digital innovation. A member of Chief and a proud mom of two, Katie is passionate about building high-performing teams and shaping the next generation of marketing leadership.

Lisa Weaver

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Lisa Weaver serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Highspring, bringing over two decades of experience in financial planning, analysis, and strategic transformation for high-growth organizations. She specializes in translating complex financial data into actionable insights, empowering leaders to make informed decisions that drive sustainable growth. Lisa has a proven track record of guiding companies through periods of rapid expansion and change, ensuring financial stability and strategic agility.

Jeff Henry

PRESIDENT, CONSULTING

Jeff Henry, Highspring’s President of Consulting, is responsible for driving accelerated growth, ensuring client satisfaction, developing talent, and maintaining the firm’s competitive edge in the market. He has been at the company since 2013, supporting clients in areas such as transaction services, banking, fintech, finance transformation, and technology advisory. He has an MBA from Georgetown and a B.S. in finance from Clemson.

Michael Splittorf

PRESIDENT, MANAGED SERVICES

Michael Splittorf, President of Managed Services, brings nearly 15 years of professional services experience spanning IT, digital solutions, and finance. He drives operational excellence, scales teams, and expands global capabilities to meet evolving client needs. Michael holds an MBA from Vanderbilt and a BBA from the University of Miami.

Kevin Witt

PRESIDENT, TALENT SOLUTIONS

Kevin Witt, Vaco’s President, Talent Solutions, leverages nearly two decades of leadership experience to drive strategic staffing expansion and foster collaboration across Highspring. Before joining Vaco in 2004, he was a senior manager at EY. Kevin, an outdoor enthusiast, lives in Nashville with his wife and three children.