Kristin Harrington
Benton Harbor, Michigan, United States
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About
I became passionate about leadership early in my career, mostly from stumbling my way…
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I am honored to announce that I have officially accepted a Skillbridge opportunity with Netflix as a part of the Hiring Our Heroes Corporate…
I am honored to announce that I have officially accepted a Skillbridge opportunity with Netflix as a part of the Hiring Our Heroes Corporate…
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I couldn’t be more proud of how this project turned out! Working with Ryan at Little Red Fern Productions was such a blast—seriously, what a dream…
I couldn’t be more proud of how this project turned out! Working with Ryan at Little Red Fern Productions was such a blast—seriously, what a dream…
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"Be an effective open audience for each other." Nicole Furlonge, PhD reminds listeners of this imperative and she is spot on. Of all the benefits of…
"Be an effective open audience for each other." Nicole Furlonge, PhD reminds listeners of this imperative and she is spot on. Of all the benefits of…
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Experience
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
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Executive Leadership for Women
Michigan State University
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Green Belt (Lean Six Sigma)
Whirlpool Corporation, Customer Centered Operational Excellence
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Economic Development Basic Course
Michigan Economic Development Assocation
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Volunteer Experience
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Leadership Team Member
Berrien College Access Network (BCAN) Leadership Team
- 1 year 1 month
Education
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Foundation Member
Berrien Community Foundation
- 3 years 6 months
• Elected Foundation Trustees and represented the organization in its management of charitable funds.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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One of the many interesting bits about walking with people is the lack of eye contact. The vast majority of the time we’re both looking straight…
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Meeting leaders in service to others has been inspiring. So much of my walk with Dr. Lauren Loya of The Hormone Center Pittsburgh reminded me of my…
Meeting leaders in service to others has been inspiring. So much of my walk with Dr. Lauren Loya of The Hormone Center Pittsburgh reminded me of my…
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If you haven’t been to a Michigan College Access Network conference, you should! They put on a show! And that’s what our young people and their…
If you haven’t been to a Michigan College Access Network conference, you should! They put on a show! And that’s what our young people and their…
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