Kayla Dix joined the FOCUS St. Louis team in 2018 and was promoted to the role of Recruitment & Alumni Engagement Manager in February 2024. In addition to overseeing recruiting, outreach and selection efforts for all of FOCUS St. Louis’ civic leadership programs, Kayla also manages alumni relations, planning and implementing events, services and activities to engage FOCUS’ extensive network of program alumni.

Prior to FOCUS, She has more than five years of experience working in administrative and finance positions in the automotive industry, including as Accounting Manager for HW Kia of West County. She holds an associate’s degree from St. Louis Community College and a bachelor's degree from Maryville University.