Kristi Kappes

Kristi Kappes is a highly skilled professional with a strong educational background and diverse work experience in business operations, finance, and program management.

She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in Management from Colorado Mesa University and a Masters of Education in Educational Leadership - Community College/Higher Ed from Northern Arizona University.

Currently, Kristi serves as the Business Operations Manager Sr at Arizona State University, bringing her expertise in managing operational functions within a large institution.

Previously, she held the position of Director, Fiscal and Business Operations at the Center for the Future of Arizona, where she demonstrated her strategic financial acumen.

Kristi also has experience as a Business and Office Manager at the Center for the Future of Arizona, showcasing her versatile skill set in administration and management.

Her background includes roles such as Program Manager for the Cronkite Global Initiatives - Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, highlighting her involvement in international programs.

She has also worked as a Program Manager for News21 at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, illustrating her proficiency in coordinating journalistic projects.

With her experience as an Accountant Sr. and Accounting Specialist at Arizona State University College of Nursing & Health Innovation, Kristi has a solid foundation in financial management within the education sector.

Prior to her roles at Arizona State University, she functioned as a Payroll & Accounting Associate at the University of Sioux Falls, honing her finance and payroll expertise.

Additionally, Kristi's background includes serving as an Accounting Assistant & Federal Perkins Loan Associate at the University of Sioux Falls, demonstrating her involvement in financial aid programs.

Her professional journey also encompasses a role as a Program Manager at the Sarpy County Economic Development Corporation, where she contributed to economic growth initiatives.

Kristi Kappes excels in operational management, financial analysis, program coordination, and educational leadership, making her a valuable asset in various organizational settings.