2024 40 Under 40: Haley Armstrong

Within her first 30 days at Next Level Solutions, Haley Armstrong showcased her go-getter mentality when she onboarded 35 people in her position as recruiting manager.

Armstrong, 31, also collaborated with human resources to create an internship program where she planned and executed program-related meetings and facilitated the hiring process for the first cohort of summer interns, she says.

She secured a partnership with Southwest Baptist University through the SBU Academy and volunteers at Springfield’s high school coding competition and hackathon, Hack 4 Good, allowing students to showcase their talent with technology.

“I derive immense satisfaction from contributing to the betterment of the 417 community,” says Armstrong.

Best piece of advice you’ve ever received? “Well, just keep moving forward then!” My grammy always said that life hits you with lessons, curveballs, joys and sorrows. The only way to navigate through them all is to keep on pressing forward with the purest of intentions. So that is what I do, in honor of her.

What historical figure do you identify with most? Amelia Earhart. Back in her day, she was a symbol of daring ambition and resilience and broke through societal barriers and expectations of the time. She embodies the spirit of adventure.

Favorite TV show? It’s a three-way tie between “Love is Blind,” “90 Day Fiance” and “The Golden Bachelor.”