Kristin at a Japanese rock garden

Kristin Schjaerve Executive Assistant

Greetings!

As a strategic business partner with over 15 years of expertise across Tech, Life Sciences, and Academia, I specialize in transforming high-level complexity into operational clarity. By bridging the gap between leadership vision and team execution, I streamline processes and cultivate high-performance cultures through intentional facilitation and bespoke executive retreats. I leverage a tech-savvy toolkit and a diplomat’s touch to transform operational friction into scalable workflows, ensuring that leadership remains focused while team synergy is sustained. I provide the poise and creative problem-solving necessary to drive alignment and achieve optimal organizational outcomes.

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My Skills

Organizer

Skilled in keeping you organized and efficient, so that you can accomplish more in less time.

Creative

The world is evolving, let's embrace it!

Network

Knowledge sharing is power.

Partnership

You drive, I'll navigate and together we'll move forward.

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My Story

Throughout my career, I have collaborated with diverse individuals across various mission genres. Each encounter has been unique, with no project identical to the last. This invaluable experience has taught me to be adaptable and has honed my transferable skills. With over 20 years of expertise in both personal and professional support, I bring a wealth of knowledge to the table.

As a native of the SF Bay Area, I have now found my stride in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. My passion lies in both my work and supporting others, all in the pursuit of growth. Whether working independently or as part of a team, I excel at identifying and resolving pain points.

I have a deep affection for animals and a passion for travel, allowing me to explore the wonders of the Pacific Northwest. Alongside these pursuits, I am dedicated to my personal growth and continuous education in becoming a better human being.

What People Say

"Kristin is professional, well organized, and proactive in making all of her projects a success. She has worked in several different industries and she has made her skills seamlessly transferable. Additionally, she communicates exceptionally well, is efficient, friendly, and possesses a warm and engaging personality."

"Kristin's gift for leadership and mentorship + commitment to support, educating back, team growth and valuing the mental health of the team are true blessings. Working within a group of strong communicators while also valuing each member's voice and growth, yields high results as well as a rewarding job environment. I'd love to work together again."

"Professional, intelligent, independent, and knowledgeable. She has a wholesome sense of humor and is comfortable in interactions in the workplace. It is very important for me to have an intelligent assistant who is quick to understand, requires a minimum of guidance, and is good at problem solving. She does all this without difficulty. I can rely on her."

"Sets guidelines and standards for so many of our best tools, as well as being a resource for endless questions. Additionally she leads by example with discretion and grace. She has set and surpassed many milestones which are key to EA success. She set an excellent foundation for the EA Team to build on."

Resources

The Culture Map Book Cover

The Culture Map

Nimble Book Cover

Nimble

Culture Renovation Book Cover

Culture Renovation