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THE JOB IS IMPORTANT, BUT THE PEOPLE WHO DO THE JOB ARE MORE IMPORTANT

Industry-Specific Staffing for Every Need

Taske Force, Inc. has been serving the Keokuk, Iowa area since 1982. We provide quality service and quality employees to meet the flexible and full time staffing needs of some of the area’s most respected companies.

Our Team Has 40+ Years of Experience

Tricia Merydith

Owner/Manager

1993 to Present
Tricia Merydith, CSP, is a second-generation Certified Staffing Professional who began her career in 1993, after starting as a temp in 1988. With over 30 years of experience, she believes employees are the foundation of every business’s success and has built her career on a people-first approach to staffing.

Tricia Merydith

Owner/Manager

1993 to Present
Tricia Merydith, CSP, is a second-generation Certified Staffing Professional who began her career in 1993, after starting as a temp in 1988. With over 30 years of experience, she believes employees are the foundation of every business’s success and has built her career on a people-first approach to staffing.

McKenzie Marshall

HR/Accounting Specialist

2023 to Present
McKenzie Marshall, CSP, a third-generation staffing professional, joined our team in 2023. Her passion is payroll, and she is dedicated to supporting employees through every step of their journey, ensuring a smooth and positive experience.

McKenzie Marshall

HR/Accounting Specialist

2023 to Present
McKenzie Marshall, CSP, a third-generation staffing professional, joined our team in 2023. Her passion is payroll, and she is dedicated to supporting employees through every step of their journey, ensuring a smooth and positive experience.

April Swafford

Staffing Specialist

2025 to Present
With more than 12 years in the staffing industry, April Swafford, CSP, is dedicated to connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Her expertise in recruitment and client relations makes her an invaluable partner to both clients and candidates.

April Swafford

Staffing Specialist

2025 to Present
With more than 12 years in the staffing industry, April Swafford, CSP, is dedicated to connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Her expertise in recruitment and client relations makes her an invaluable partner to both clients and candidates.

About Us

When our founder, Brent W. Merydith, started this company in 1982, he didn’t leave behind a mission statement — he left behind a note in his desk. We found it after he passed, and it read:

“The job is important, but the people who do the job are even more important.”

Those words became more than a quote — they became our compass. From 1982 to 1993, he built this company with heart, integrity, and respect for the people who show up and do the work every day.

After his sudden passing in 1993, Lorraine Merydith stepped in with their daughter, Tricia, to continue the business he started. Lorraine passed away in 2023, but her spirit and dedication remain woven into everything we do. Our logo is more than a design — it’s a tribute to their shared vision and a daily reminder that people come first.

Brent Merydith

1982-1993

Lorraine Merydith

1993 – 2023

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Valorie Zimmer
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Love Trish she's helpful.
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T. Alexander Speed
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Trish was amazing. She was able to give me some great pointers on how to improve my resume for employers in the area. Following her recommendations I got exactly what I wanted. McKenzie was super friendly at the front desk too. Overall felt like they really cared about what was best for me and delivered way beyond expectations. I highly recommend them. They are the best!
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Heather Morgan
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Attention to details and genuine care are the crowning touch at Taske Force. They did an amazing job of utilizing my skills in a whole new profession that seemed custom tailored for me. Day one interview to employed to permanent placement employment. They took excellent care of me through the process and stayed in constant communication with both me as an employee and the company as a customer. I highly recommend them for companies and those seeking employment.
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I had a great experience working with Taske Force. Trish and McKenzie are wonderful! Excellent customer service, very accommodating and great communication. I feel Trish goes above and beyond and really cares for their clients. She always checked in, just wanting to make sure everything is going good. I highly recommend our Taske Force!
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John Foust
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Trish and her team are amazing people! Thank you for giving me an opportunity for a career job.
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Brian Benedict
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Sasha Rea
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Trish and her team were amazing! Fast and friendly throughout the whole process. I wasn’t even sure I was looking for a job when the right job for me came open. I was really impressed and would use taske force again if I am on the search. I never felt nervous during my transition from my job to a new one.
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Lynn Jeffers
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Absolutely a great company to work with. Trish matched me with a job that I was not familiar with. But after working there for 5 months I am truly happy with the decision I made of leaving a long time career and trying something new. I would definitely recommend Taskforce for assistance on finding a new job. Her staff is also super friendly and very helpful when I had questions.
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Mike Mason
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I have worked for task force for over 25yrs. I have learned alot of different skills and gained alot of knowledge from the various jobs she has placed me at over the years.Trish truly cares about her employees and has gone above and beyond to place me in a job that best fits my skills and that I enjoy doing