Kimberly Emerson

Kimberly Marteau Emerson is a lawyer, civic leader, and human rights advocate who currently serves as a consultant at KME Consulting.14 Her career spans various fields, including law, politics, and international relations.

Professional Background

Emerson has held several notable positions throughout her career:

• Principal of KME Consulting24
• Vice Chair of the Board of Directors of Human Rights Watch3
• Senior political appointee and spokesperson for the U.S. Information Agency during the Clinton Administration13

International Experience

From 2013 to 2017, Emerson lived in Berlin with her husband, John B. Emerson, who served as the US Ambassador to Germany during President Obama's second term.13 During this time, she worked with the US Embassy and independently on various projects, including efforts related to the 2015/2016 refugee crisis and promoting women's participation in economic and political decision-making.1

Current Roles and Affiliations

Emerson holds several prestigious positions:

• Chair of the Board of Governors of Bard College Berlin3
• Board member of Bard College in Annandale-on-Hudson3
• Member of the Council on Foreign Relations and the Pacific Council on International Policy13
• Member of the Advisory Boards of the USC Center on Public Diplomacy and The Thomas Mann House3
• Founding member of the Transatlantic Advisory Board of United Way in Germany3

In May 2023, President Biden appointed her to the US Holocaust Memorial Museum Council.3

Education

Emerson holds degrees from:

• UCLA (B.A.)
• UC Hastings College of the Law (J.D.)
• l'Université de Droit d'Aix-Marseille (D.E.S.U.)1

Kimberly Emerson divides her time between Los Angeles and Berlin, continuing her work in consulting, human rights advocacy, and civic leadership.3