Meet the Co-Founders of Expera, LLC
Formerly known as Career Readiness Report, Expera, LLC is led by two passionate co-founders committed to redefining how colleges and universities prepare students for successful, fulfilling careers.
Kevin Champlin
CEO and Co-Founder
Kevin Champlin is a lifelong programmer, systems administrator, and entrepreneur who has been building web-based solutions for over two decades. A proud college graduate with a background in programming and IT systems management, Kevin started his career creating websites and enterprise tools before moving into professional roles as a .NET developer and systems analyst. His experience spans development, server administration, and digital strategy, giving him a full-stack perspective on building scalable technology platforms. Kevin is the original architect and developer of the Career Readiness Report, which evolved into today’s Expera platform — a powerful tool designed to help colleges and universities measure, manage, and improve student career readiness outcomes.
At Expera, Kevin’s core focus is creating systems that prioritize transparency, clarity, and communication between institutions and their students. Having seen firsthand how unclear reporting and outdated technology can hold back student success, he is committed to designing software that empowers both administrators and learners with the information they need to thrive. Kevin brings a relentless passion for clean, efficient development and a deep belief that technology should make life easier, not harder — values that continue to shape Expera’s future.
Christine Barkley, MS
Director of Curriculum, Research & Programming, and Co-Founder
Christine Barkley is a nationally respected leader in experiential education, curriculum development, and employer engagement. Over the past decade, she has served as a program manager, career coach, and leadership professional across public higher education, helping institutions design and scale impactful career development programs. An advocate for design thinking in education and trained by Stanford’s Life Design Lab, Christine continually evolves Expera’s programming to foster stronger connections between institutions and employers, always with a focus on meeting the real-world needs of today’s students.
At Expera, Christine is deeply committed to ensuring that every school has the tools, support, and guidance they need to succeed. She believes transparency, clear communication, and actionable insights are critical to building lasting institutional success. Her work includes developing the Total Internship Management workshops, forming strategic partnerships with organizations like CEIA, and helping employers and institutions create transformational learning experiences. Christine holds a Master’s degree in Higher Education from Penn State, dual Bachelor’s degrees from SUNY Cortland, and management certifications from the University of South Carolina. She currently lives life on the road with her husband Kyle and their golden retriever, embracing adventure wherever their travels take them.