Kristin H.

About Kristin H.

Professional Summary:I don’t try to be #1, my goal is to be the best #2 that puts your big picture ideas into action.In the dynamic landscape of adopting technology, data often takes center stage, challenging companies, organizations, and agencies globally to navigate these complex advancements. With over 15 years of cross-industry experience, my journey unfolded from a rewarding private sector career to a dedicated commitment to mission-driven organizations. My passion lies in championing inclusive belonging practices, ensuring every facet of my work fosters equitable and collaborative teamwork. An expert in analytical and innovative thinking methods, I specialize in change management techniques, advisement, and decision science. I enjoy contributing my capabilities to strategic transformation, building self-regulating teams, and organizing successful operational cadences.As a seasoned communicator, I excel in preparing, presenting, and translating complex information to diverse stakeholders, that often hold opposing views, to bridge perception gaps and reach a consensus strategy. My reputation is built on the ability to envision the broader picture, digest the details, and then collaborate seamlessly across teams (and often silos), to bridge conflict and foster shared meaning that accomplishes initiatives across divisions.With a demonstrated track record of effectively managing multiple projects, coordinating with partners, and consistently delivering impactful results, my talent for synthesizing information, creating measurable benchmarks, sharing between audiences, and crafting practical solutions makes me a valuable contributor and trusted advisor.Personal Statement:I find an intense joy in the act of pursuit! Currently, I am fueling my curiosity by exploring the intersection of finance, ethics, and AI technology to benefit the next generation of leaders. When I am not living to work, I\'m working to live - chasing the rhythm of the surf, exploring the wild, and marveling at the engineering feats that make the impossible possible with my loved ones, friends, and community. When I am not exploring the world we live in, I am exploring creativity through art.

Experience

1. Finance Manager, Analyst

   State of Washington

   Nov 2020 — Present · Olympia, WA, US

Education

• Whatcom Community College

  Graduated Associate of Arts and Science - AAS, Management Information Systems and Accounting

  2001 — 2003

• University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

  Master of Science - MS, Accountancy Analysis and emerging Finance Technology

  2025 — 2027

• Twist Yoga School

  Registered Yoga Alliance Teacher Certification, Health and Wellness

  2017 — 2018

• Colorado State University

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Organizational Change Management and Leadership

  2019 — 2025

• Western Washington University

  Pursued Bachelor of Arts, Studied Information Systems, Economics, and Philosophy

  2003 — 2004