Kristin Harrington

Kristin Harrington

Benton Harbor, Michigan, United States
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I became passionate about leadership early in my career, mostly from stumbling my way…

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  • Farewell, friends.

    Farewell, friends.

    Dear Colleagues: I am both excited and saddened to share that I am transitioning out of my role as Executive Director…

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Experience

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    St Joseph, Michigan, United States

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    Michigan

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    Benton Harbor, Michigan Area

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    benton harbor, michigan area

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    Benton Harbor, MI

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    Benton Harbor, Michigan Area

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    Benton Harbor, MI

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    Gary, IN

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    Chicago, IL

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    Long Beach, CA / Chicago, IL

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    Chicago, IL

Education

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    University of Michigan

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    • Highest Distinction: Top 3% of class
    • High Honors in Psychology
    • James B. Angell Scholar: Six consecutive semesters of 4.00 GPA; highest scholastic recognition at the University of Michigan
    • Tanner Memorial Award: Research funds awarded for “innovative, meritorious and original research."

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    • Business plan recognized as top four finalist in Hagerman Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation Business Plan competitive event.
    • Inducted into the Beta Gamma Sigma Society in 2016

Licenses & Certifications

  • Executive Leadership for Women

    Michigan State University

    Issued
  • Green Belt (Lean Six Sigma)

    Whirlpool Corporation, Customer Centered Operational Excellence

    Issued
  • Economic Development Basic Course

    Michigan Economic Development Assocation

    Issued

Volunteer Experience

  • Leadership Team Member

    Berrien College Access Network (BCAN) Leadership Team

    - 1 year 1 month

    Education

  • Edward Lowe Foundation Graphic

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    Edward Lowe Foundation

    - 1 year 8 months

    Economic Empowerment

  • Foundation Member

    Berrien Community Foundation

    - 3 years 6 months

    • Elected Foundation Trustees and represented the organization in its management of charitable funds.

  • Basic Needs Community Investment Team

    United Way of Southwest Michigan

    - 3 years 2 months

    Disaster and Humanitarian Relief

    • Reviewed and scored funding applications from local non-profit agencies in partnership with a diverse committee of individuals representing skill sets in strategic planning, outcome measurement, community leadership, and financial expertise.

    • Participated in group discussions to develop a consensus based score for funding recommendations.

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    Blood Donor

    Michigan Blood

    - Present 13 years 7 months

    Health

    • Donated blood every three months to organization providing blood to 36 hospitals in Michigan.

  • Board Member

    Berrien County Council for Children

    - 3 years 11 months

    Social Services

    • Governed non-profit child abuse assessment and treatment center through strategic board leadership, including campaign to raise $960,000.

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    Winner's Circle Auction, Stage Presenter

    Lake Michigan College

    - 3 years 1 month

    Education

    • Presented onstage items for Winner’s Circle Auction raising $250,000+ per year in scholarships to fund financial assistance programs.

  • Marathon Runner / Charity Fundraiser

    Bank of America, Chicago Marathon

    - 1 year 1 month

    Children

    • Raised $1500 and ran 26.2 consecutive miles benefiting the Union League Boys and Girls Club.

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    Girls State Government Staff

    American Legion Auxiliary

    - 1 month

    Politics

    • Advised group of high school juniors on how to participate in the functioning of the state government in preparation for future roles in politics and/or as citizens.

    • Worked with students to develop a party platform, vet candidates, learn basic parliamentary procedure, and plan/run a party convention.

  • Edward Lowe Foundation Graphic

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    Edward Lowe Foundation

    - Present 5 years 7 months

    Economic Empowerment

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