Brooke grew up in the small town of Carthage, Missouri. She earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Kansas in 2004, where she graduated with a certificate in International Trade and Finance. She has represented the interests of employers and insurance companies in Missouri Workers' Compensation matters in the Southwest Missouri area for almost her entire career.

Brooke is active in the Springfield community. Since 2005 she has served as a board member for the Foundation for Springfield Public Schools. She has also been active in the Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, serving as a Red Carpet Committee Member.

In her free time, Brooke loves photography, being outdoors and spending time with her family.