Kristen is a seasoned nonprofit leader with 20+ years of executive and senior level experience driving growth for organizations, with a focus on children’s health and social services. She most recently served as Executive Director of Development at the Children’s Eye Foundation, where she spearheaded transformative revenue growth, led strategic marketing and programmatic initiatives, and built dynamic, high-impact volunteer boards and committees. Her leadership track record spans top institutions including UCSF Health and Harvard University. A passionate advocate for children, Kristen has supported youth through individual tutoring, arts-based therapy, and board service for a Bay Area-focused nonprofit improving hospital experiences for pediatric patients. She is inspired by Edgewood’s approach to mental healthcare for youth—one that is evidence-based, effective, and deeply compassionate. She holds degrees from Boston University (BA), Harvard University (EdM), and Simmons University (MBA).
