Who We Are

 Founded in 2005, Partners Insight Recruiting is known as

“The source for Optometrists.” 

Over the past 15 we’ve built an unrivaled culture and our unique, people-focused approach yields a competitive advantage for our clients and gratifying careers for our optometrists.  Today we serve optical retailers across the nation, and we’ve placed exceptional talent in thousands of roles and positions.  Everything we do is grounded in our guiding principles to build and nurture quality relationships that allow us to place quality optometrists into quality opportunities.

Our Team

Dr. Kevin Brooks - Chief Executive Officer

Dr. Kevin Brooks has over 20 years of Optometric experience and founded our sister company, Gulf Coast Optometry, in 2005.  He holds licenses in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Illinois and Iowa.  Dr. Brooks was raised in South Dakota and has lived in Florida since 2005.  When he is not spending time with his 3 children, he enjoys golf and traveling.

B.S., Biology, University of South Dakota

Doctorate of Optometry, Illinois School of Optometry

Joe Shaffer is the Business Development Manager at Partners Insight Recruiting, a leading provider of optometrists.  A recognized leader, Joe oversees the growth, and strategic development of Partners Insight Recruiting throughout the United States.

Prior to his role as the Business Development Manager in 2019, Joe served in a variety of positions throughout his career.  He has had the opportunity to work and teach at the collegiate level, start ups to working with Fortune 500 companies.

Joe enjoys spending time with his family and golfing when he is not in the office.