Kristen Darrah Smith

About Kristen Darrah Smith

As an Executive Assistant at Krause Group, I support the Head of Brand and the Head of Finance with their administrative, operational, and strategic needs. I have over 10 years of experience in providing high-level support to senior executives and leadership teams across different industries, such as direct investment, biotechnology, hospitality. and agriculture. I have developed strong skills in attention to detail, creative direction, event planning, and communication, which enable me to deliver exceptional results and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the executives I work with. I am passionate about Krause Group\'s mission to create positive impact and value through its diverse portfolio of businesses and philanthropic initiatives. I am always eager to learn new things, collaborate with others, and contribute to the success of the organization.

Experience

1. Manager of Event Operations

   ITA Group, Inc.

   Apr 2025 — Present · West Des Moines, IA, US

Education

• University of Iowa

  B.A. Liberal Arts

  1999 — 2004

• Universitat d'Alacant

  Study Abroad Participant

  2004 — 2004

Skills

• Community Engagement & Education
• Customer Engagement
• Program Management
• Strategic Planning
• Budgets
• Event Planning
• Strategic Communications
• Volunteer Management
• Staff Management
• Editing
• Organizational Leadership
• Event Management
• Public Speaking
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Customer Service Management
• Public Relations
• Executive Calendar Management
• Executive Administrative Assistance
• Microsoft Office
• Administrative Assistants
• Interview Preparation
• Teaching English as a Second Language
• Floorplan Design
• Executive Support
• Cross Functional Relationship Building
• Autocad
• Teaching Adults
• Interviewing
• Social Media
• Powerpoint
• Program Development
• Creative Problem Solving
• Fundraising
• Marketing Strategy
• Nonprofits
• Product Development