Kirsten Read

Kirsten Read is a dedicated professional with a passion for making a positive impact. Her drive lies in connecting people and ideas, fostering happiness, fulfillment, and pride in the work environment. Currently, Kirsten excels at Affirm, where she contributes significantly to the success of businesses in the apparel and fashion industry through transparent financing solutions.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Kirsten is an avid trail and road runner who finds solace in nature. She is a music enthusiast and has a penchant for enjoying nigiri frequently. Kirsten also indulges in skiing and backpacking, cherishing the mountains and trees. A strong advocate of sustainability, she actively works towards achieving zero waste.

Education-wise, Kirsten Read pursued International Development at the University of California, Berkeley, and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Conflict Resolution from the same institution. She also studied at Colfax High School and Sciences Po Lyon - Institut D'Etudes Politiques.

Kirsten's professional journey includes roles such as Senior Client Success Manager in the Fashion division at Affirm, Inc. She has previously served as a Client Success Manager and Product Specialist at Affirm, Inc. Additionally, she held the position of Head of Content at LendLayer and contributed her skills as a Fundraising & Sales Manager at Planned Parenthood Federation of America.

Always eager to expand her network and explore new opportunities, Kirsten invites connections and collaborations via email at kirsten.read18@gmail.com.