TESTIMONIALS
Marissa, Harem Hospital
Kristy has a unique ability to bring together people of very different life paths, experiences, and personalities to create a team of mixed strengths. But beyond that, she opens doors for people and gets others to connect with each other and to build their own communities.
She’s inspiring and motivational - she brings out my creative side and sparks new ideas easily. When working with her, I felt motivated to bring a new take or dig deeper/find a different angle that would set the work above and beyond other organizations in the field.
Kristy’s also just fun! She has a unique ability to tread the line between professional and friends. She is also constantly examining/evaluating how she does things - as a person, as a professional, as a human, and readjusting. She is always receptive to feedback from others and adjusts based on collective needs.
Marette, Your Egyptian Doula
Kristy is an excellent listener and manager. She is motivating, empathetic and caring, she never puts people down and always encourages new ideas and boldness. Her courage and authenticity in leadership gives others, especially employees and teams, the permission and the courage to do the same–to bring their truest self to work, to bring their wildest and most innovative ideas. Her ability to create an environment where everyone can thrive is a superpower; I have watched it in her moderation/facilitation, in her leadership, and as a boss. Anyone who gets the opportunity to work with her will be blessed for life. It has been a privilege of mine for sure.
At her best, Kristy is a light that pulls other people's light out. She sees the world through a kind, just, and abundant perspective. She never shies away from elevating others and pushing emerging leaders to the front, she is brave and confident that her push will never diminish her power. She is a mentor, a friend, and a strategist. I will never forget a retreat where she led us through a very scary time of transition to vision a peaceful, successful, winning next season across all areas of life. What a deeply empowering experience. This was hope in action.
Kristy possesses the leadership secret sauce of empathy and adaptability. Her ability to work with people who are vastly different from her (personality and workwise) and not just work together but build a team and organization that thrives is incredible. She even one time shut down an organization and did not lose an employee in the process. That speaks immensely to who she is as a leader in crisis. What a privilege it was to learn from that.
Leanne, Comotion
Kristy has an incredible ability to lead with a personal touch. She has this amazing talent for packaging information in a way that speaks directly to the right audience. Whether it's distilling complex concepts into clear, actionable insights or making sure every stakeholder feels heard and valued, she knows exactly how to communicate to make an impact.
Working with Kristy is inspiring and motivating. She has this way of making everyone feel included and part of the process, which fosters a strong sense of teamwork. There’s a palpable energy and enthusiasm when she’s around, making it a pleasure to collaborate and work towards shared goals.
Diana, Engender Health
Kristy makes it seem like anything is possible, like we could make the impossible possible because we were doing it together. She creates strong teams that complement each other's unique skills. She has a gift for finding what people are good at and letting them then excel in that. She believes in people and then brings out the best in them. She is great at seeing people's strengths and weaknesses and helping them develop and grow.
Christy, Cognito Health
Kristy is strategic, driven and brilliant (highly skilled in putting pieces together and high level planning), empathetic (she is genuinely interested in helping others, especially those she works with daily; she has a sense of responsibility towards them). She is vulnerable in a beautiful way (she speaks and expresses herself from a place of how she feels). I will always seek out her input or advice because she genuinely cares and doesn't feel threatened by others. She will be vulnerable about providing a highly strategic if less widely held perspective.
Apart from the fact that Kristy is a rock star and totally fun to be with, I feel heard, seen and appreciated when we work together. She brings a can-do spirit that riles up everyone to get the work done. The most important skill of being a leader is empathy, and she has it, with a large side of brilliance and drive.
Kaitlin, Gates Foundation
Kristy has an incredible level of energy, passion, and commitment to The Cause (which I think varies depending on the specific moment in time, but in my view her cause is always centered around women, and ensuring they have rights and access to address their needs—whether health, social circumstances, economic power, or others). I can think of few who are as dedicated as her to address the same core issues throughout their careers.
She is a thoughtful, caring, and compassionate leader. People love working for her, and she loves working for them right back. She is never afraid to share her emotion and vulnerability. This is so hard to do but she has a gift of showing others how she truly feels, which allows them to feel close and connected to her and gives them the space to be vulnerable right back.
Kristy is full of energy, life, and passion, and has a powerful talent for motivating others and bringing them along with a vision. I adore being in the room or around the table with her, because she makes me (and others) want to work harder and better in response to an ambitious agenda.
Kaci, Gates Foundation
Kristy has a unique (valuable and enviable!) ability to get to the crux of complex issues, considering various inputs, experiences, and perspectives to develop an actionable point of view. I appreciated her as a sounding board and ‘kitchen cabinet member’. She is a trusted confident and collaborator.
I often find challenges to be more approachable / less intimidating after talking them through with Kristy. This conjures feelings of respect and gratitude, even excitement to action next steps! She also helps me feel more confident in my approaches.
Kristy is a savvy advocate and inspiring leader, with a proven track record of bringing different constituencies together, even around sensitive, complex, and difficult issues. Simultaneously, she is deeply committed to individuals, instilling a sense of trust among colleagues and friends. She brings her whole self to whatever she does.
Goli, Comotion
Kristy’s superpower is the ability to cut through the noise and see people's potential. I’ve seen her in action, whether conducting workshops or facilitating panels, and she has a rare talent for drawing out the best in people. This is such a unique and often overlooked skill, especially in true leaders. She doesn’t get bogged down by the small stuff; instead, focusing on the bigger picture and what truly matters. That ability to look above and beyond is something people genuinely seek her out for – both in professional settings and in life.
When at her best, Kristy’s energy is absolutely infectious. She brings a positive, energetic vibe that naturally rubs off on those around her. I've spoken with countless colleagues who have had the privilege of working closely with Kristy, and one phrase that comes up repeatedly is that they are "ride or die" for her. She creates an environment that feels inspiring, motivating, and full of possibility – a space where people feel encouraged to be their best selves.
What sets Kristy apart is her authentic ability to connect with others and clear vision that goes beyond the ordinary. She is not just another face in a crowded field – she brings something distinctive and deeply valuable to every space she occupies.