S2E3: From Print Shops to Product Teams: Staci Brookover’s Unconventional Climb

In this inspiring episode of From Failure to Launch, host Keira sits down with her own manager, Staci Brookover, a Project Manager at YETI, whose unconventional journey is anything but ordinary. Staci shares how she went from barista to daycare worker to spending a decade in printing — climbing from receptionist to production manager — before launching herself into the tech world. Now a seasoned Program Manager at YETI, Staci opens up about leading digital product teams without a college degree, marketing yourself online, and the power of setting clear goals. With infectious energy and a love for mentoring (including Code2College interns!), Staci talks favorite projects — including building a student-run call center with St. Jude and LeMoyne-Owen College — and offers practical advice on putting in the work to get what you want. This episode is a masterclass in grit, growth, and redefining success on your own terms.