Meet the Team
Jeff Komar, Founder
Jeff Komar is a Vocational Expert and Rehabilitation Counselor in Tempe, Az with over 20 years of experience helping individuals with disabilities and barriers to employment navigate meaningful career paths. As a founder of Komar & Associates, he has worked with more than 2,000 clients, providing career assessment, job placement, and return-to-work services grounded in real labor market insight.
Jeff combines deep technical expertise with a practical, client-centered approach – taking the time to understand each individual’s goals, strengths, and challenges to identify opportunities that truly fit. He is passionate about helping people move forward with confidence and build sustainable, rewarding careers.
Our Administrative and Specialist Staff Members
Zoe - Administrative Specialist
Zoe is an Administrative Specialist at Komar & Associates who supports job developers and clients through precise documentation, file management, and quality assurance. She ensures every detail meets strict standards for accuracy and contract compliance, helping keep operations running smoothly and consistently, allowing the team to focus on delivering effective, client-centered services.
Brandon - Job Developer
Brandon is a dedicated Job Developer who combines a graduate-level background in counseling and positive psychology with a results-driven approach to helping individuals. Known for his patience, empathy, and steady encouragement, Brandon creates an environment where clients feel supported and understood. A strong advocate for those he serves, he works diligently to remove barriers to employment – whether that involves preparing clients for interviews, coordinating with employers, or helping individuals understand how to effectively communicate their needs and strengths in the workplace.
Jeanie - Resource Specialist & Spanish Translator
Jeanie is a Resource Specialist and Spanish-Language Translator/Interpreter at Komar & Associates, Jeanie brings a deep sense of compassion and connection to the clients she serves. With over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and families, she plays a vital role in helping Spanish-speaking clients navigate services, understand their options, and access the resources they need—from employment support to essential needs like housing and food. Jeanie is known for her warmth, strong communication skills, and ability to build trust quickly, ensuring clients feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout the process. She is passionate about helping people overcome barriers and connecting them with opportunities that improve their lives.
McKenna - Research Specialist
McKenna is a Research Specialist at Komar & Associates who supports clients by gathering and organizing the information they need to make confident career decisions. She is uniquely skilled at helping clients feel informed, empowered, and prepared to pursue their chosen job goals.
Expert Career Strategy Built on Professional Outcomes
Komar & Associates, LLC was established in 1991 with a clear focus: helping individuals navigate meaningful career paths in a way that is grounded, practical, and sustainable. Over time, that focus has remained consistent while the labor market, industries, and opportunities have continued to evolve.
Our work is driven by the stories of the individuals served and the measurable outcomes achieved. Every case represents a turning point—an opportunity to move forward with direction, stability, and purpose.
Our approach is built on experience, supported by professional training, and shaped by a commitment to delivering services that reflect the unique needs of each individual rather than relying on generalized recommendations.
A Structured Approach to Career Counseling and Job Development
Komar & Associates operates on a model that prioritizes individualized service, informed decision-making, and measurable outcomes. Every client is approached with the understanding that no two situations are the same.
- Each plan is developed based on the individual’s goals, limitations, and strengths
- Recommendations are grounded in labor market data and real-world application
- Services are structured to support long-term employment outcomes, not short-term placement
- Clients are actively involved in the process from start to finish
The goal is to ensure that every individual leaves the process with a clear direction, a realistic plan, and the confidence to move forward.
Experience You Can rely on for Career Direction and Outcomes
At Komar & Associates, we provide the experience you can rely on for clear career direction. Every case is handled with intention and measured by the outcomes that matter most: yours.
