Christina A. Smith is an experienced and dedicated leader with a proven track record in various industries, including law and human resources. She studied Political Science at Hamline University and attended the University of Minnesota Law School. Smith previously served as the Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Senior Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Vice President and Deputy General Counsel, General Counsel and Secretary, Vice President, Managing Counsel, and Senior Counsel at Thrivent Financial. Additionally, she worked as an Attorney at Maslon Edelman Borman & Brand and Faegre& Benson, and as a Law Clerk at Court of Appeals.

Smith is an authentic and vulnerable leader who values trust, empathy, and accountability. She enjoys helping others understand how to use their strengths and challenges to grow personally and professionally. Her leadership style emphasizes these values while having fun, leading to successful accomplishments with diverse teams. Throughout her career, she has been involved in many initiatives, including the reorganization and realignment of the company's human resources division at Thrivent and leading the CEO transition process. Her expertise in compliance, litigation, and risk management aided in leading the company's investment-related litigation process.

Outside of work, Smith enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and indulging in good food and Pinot Noir. Her experiences and stories from her personal life have proven valuable in her professional career.