Kristin Studer Email & Phone Number

Fort Worth, Tx, Us

San Diego, California, United States

▪ Lead contracting activities for 26 global commercial agreements, including NDAs, MOUs, MSAs, and Framework Agreements, and facilitated 11 executed service contracts totaling $1.7 million, with an additional 25 contracts valued at $7.9 million expected to close by the end of FY24.▪ Spearhead cross-functional and stakeholder alignment to ensure all contractual agreements are strategically advantageous and fully compliant with company policies, driving commercial success and operational excellence. ▪ Streamlined and optimized the contractual process which enhanced efficiency and coordination across teams. Notable deliverables included,− Introducing a comprehensive agreements tracking process, including a weekly meeting to discuss contract updates, identify roadblocks, strategize next steps, and prioritize efforts based on current status and feedback, resulting in a more coordinated and focused approach.− Developing and implementing standardized template agreements such as Framework Agreements, MOUs, and SOWs, significantly reducing the time required to execute contracts and ensuring uniformity across customer engagements.▪ Leverage CRM tools such as Dynamics 365 to manage and analyze client interactions, track contract progress, and optimize customer relationship management, resulting in improved client satisfaction and streamlined processes.▪ Provide ongoing mentorship to Project Managers in the former role which has been instrumental in elevating team performance and avoiding project delays, miscommunications, and operational inefficiencies.

Greater San Diego Area

▪ Headed two global initiatives from concept to completion, ensuring proper execution at each project phase. This included,1. Leading a groundbreaking R&D project which developed and deployed a Distributed Energy Management System (DERMS) in a new market. Achieved a global milestone by deploying the industry’s first certified 2030.5 server, setting a new standard for managing customer data from solar and battery systems in a production environment.2. Oversaw a DERMS trial and conducted a Beta Test of the internal cloud platform, enhancing market presence and validating performance in real-world applications.▪ Directed strategic partner relations as the primary liaison, leading weekly alignment meetings and overseeing the development of sales and training materials for seamless partner engagement.▪ Served on the hiring committee for Project Managers, contributing to candidate assessments, interview processes, and ensuring talent selections aligned with team dynamics and organizational goals.▪ Established a weekly meeting cadence to ensure objective alignment, resolve issues, and maintain continuity in communications through consistent customer messaging.▪ Coordinated internal and external communications activities for R&D products in the Australia / New Zealand region.

San Diego

▪ Strategically managed the CEO’s business and personal affairs, expertly balancing competing priorities, optimizing schedules, ensuring timely completion of deliverables and preparation materials, and overseeing all aspects of travel arrangements. ▪ Managed the CEO’s email and calendar, tracking key conversations and commitments to ensure seamless coordination and timely decision-making, even during extensive travel periods.▪ Arranged and managed all aspects of travel in alignment with key preferences and requirements, including commercial and private aviation, hotel accommodations, car service and/or drivers, and passports, visas and immunizations.▪ Cultivated and maintained strong rapport with all members of the executive suite, fostering trust and open communication to ensure seamless collaboration and alignment on strategic priorities.▪ Skillfully managed, processed, and audited annual expense reports totaling $60K-70K, ensuring meticulous accuracy and full compliance with company policies.▪ Drove the timely completion of key project objectives and critical tasks, significantly contributing to the success of the 20k-employee organization.▪ Established and maintained a consolidated annual calendar for the CEO’s board memberships, integrating meeting dates, material review deadlines, and travel schedules, facilitating strategic planning for both professional commitments and personal time off.▪ Arranged for the printing and shipment of documents to ensure the CEO was fully prepped for meetings and engagements, regardless of location.

San Diego

▪ Orchestrated and executed 7 high-profile senior executive events annually, including a 3-day Annual Leadership Meeting for 125 executives and directors, a Chairman’s Holiday Reception for 250 senior leaders and board members, and an exclusive 3-day Executive Retreat.− Oversaw off-site board meetings and private dinners for senior executives and board members, ensuring flawless execution while creating memorable experiences.▪ Conducted comprehensive research of venues and vendors, aligning with executive objectives, preferences, and budget; delivered strategic recommendations through comprehensive analysis reports. ▪ Managed project budgets ranging from $2K to $150K+, negotiating with venues and vendors to secure the best value and pricing.▪ Researched, recommended, and procured premium business gifts tailored to specific occasions, enhancing client relationships and reinforcing brand image.

Greater San Diego Area

▪ Managed the execution of key HR projects, including annual ICP and salary planning, general wage Increases, spot cash bonuses, and the Engineer Rotation compensation program.▪ Assisted HR Advisors with complex employee transactions, audits, and policy updates, and served as a liaison with senior management on HR policies and practices.

Greater San Diego Area

▪ Provided primary support to the VP of Human Resources and VP of Customer Services, ensuring efficient operations and communication. ▪ Managed all email and calendar requests and coordinated executive activities. Independently organized, coordinated, and monitored deadlines of various deliverables ensuring timely completion. ▪ Spearheaded recruitment, onboarding, and development of Executive Assistants, serving as the key advisor, mentor, and coach to drive professional growth and ensure optimal performance.