BarkerGilmore, a leading in-house legal and compliance executive search, coaching, and advisory firm, is delighted to announce the appointment of Kristin Campbell as Strategic Advisor and Coach, adding her extensive knowledge and experience in the consumer and hospitality sectors to the firm’s roster of distinguished advisors.
She will work closely with current and aspiring General Counsel, providing mentorship and guidance to help them excel within their roles and navigate challenging situations. Kristin will also collaborate with public and private company boards, guiding them toward becoming more effective and high-performing while also providing crisis management assistance.
Kristin’s illustrious career stands as a testament to the transformative power of coaching. She has openly credited working with a coach as a “career game-changer” for her. Today, she seeks to pay it forward by sharing her expertise with fellow General Counsel.
“We couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome Kristin to our team as a Strategic Advisor and Coach,” said Bob Barker, Managing Partner of BarkerGilmore. “With her remarkable expertise in the consumer and hospitality sectors, Kristin brings a wealth of knowledge and experience that will undoubtedly elevate our advisory services to new heights. Kristin’s mentorship and guidance will be invaluable to General Counsel seeking to excel in their roles and to corporate boards aiming to enhance their effectiveness. We are honored to have her on board and look forward to achieving great success together.”
Kristin most recently served as Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Chief ESG Officer of Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc., a Fortune 500 company and leading global hospitality company with a vast portfolio of brands across the globe. With over 30 years of executive experience in the hospitality and retail sectors, Kristin has held C-suite and leadership roles within each, driving significant value for the organizations she has served.
Before Hilton Worldwide, Kristin spent 17 years at Staples, Inc., eventually serving as General Counsel, managing global legal and compliance functions, and leading a sustainability platform. She also played a key role in the successful takeover of Corporate Express and conducted critical joint venture transactions in China and India. Kristin began her career at reputable law firms, including Goodwin Proctor and Rackemann Sawyer & Brewster.
Kristin holds board positions at The ODP Corporation f/k/a Office Depot/Office Max, a Fortune 500 company, and Regency Centers, a preeminent REIT, where she contributes her invaluable insights as a member of various committees. She also serves on the Dean’s Advisory Board of the Boston University School of Hospitality Administration.
Kristin’s educational background includes a J.D. from Cornell Law School and a B.S., summa cum laude, from Arizona State University.
Founded in 2006, BarkerGilmore is a boutique executive search, coaching, and advisory firm dedicated to building high-performing and diverse legal and compliance teams that drive business success.
Our distinguished team of professionals, including renowned General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officers, alongside expert executive search consultants, sets us apart. The combined national reach, established industry relationships, and proven CustomFitSM assessment process ensure we excel in executing the most demanding and high-profile searches. Our team’s broad industry experience empowers us to assist clients in recruiting and developing top-tier talent effectively.
We measure our success by our high client satisfaction rates, exceptional search completion rates, strong diversity track record, and impressive stick rates.
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