Kristen Engberg

Kristen Engberg is a strategic collaborator and coach dedicated to propelling social impact and justice through transformative approaches to organizational thinking and behavior.

With a diverse background spanning leadership roles at international NGOs like Greenpeace and Human Rights First, as well as involvement in grassroots consulting firms and advisory positions for early-stage nonprofits, Kristen brings over 25 years of experience in driving social change.

She has a track record of supporting innovation and growth in organizations such as Mobilization Lab, Young Invincibles, Malala Fund, and VoteRunLead, among others, contributing to their impact and success.

Kristen's founder experience includes pioneering grantmaking strategies for a startup foundation focused on US democracy protection, establishing a learning lab for social impact startups, and founding a studio for BIPOC leaders exploring the nexus of social entrepreneurship and social justice.

Coming from a background in the arts and with international exposure from living and studying in Europe, Kristen's educational journey includes a B.A. in Art History and French from Williams College, an M.A. in Social and Political Theory from the University of Sussex, and certificates in Design Thinking from Stanford Graduate School of Business and Nonprofit Management from New York University.

Her expertise extends to roles such as CEO at Beespace, Principal at grassroots solutions, Senior Program Director at JEHT Foundation, Executive Vice President at Human Rights First, and Executive Director at Greenpeace USA, reflecting her significant contributions to impactful organizations.

Kristen's passion for social and political theory shines through her graduate studies and Masters thesis, which tackled the concept of radical pluralism, showcasing her intellectual depth and engagement with critical societal issues.

Engaged in various capacities such as caregiving, freelancing, and founding initiatives like Bridging Studio, Kristen remains at the forefront of propelling social change, embodying a commitment to making a difference through strategic leadership and coaching.