Kristin Wheeler

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Kristin Wheeler

Chief Strategy Officer
Galvanize Action
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Kristin Wheeler (she/her/hers) brings over a dozen years of experience in the nonprofit and government sector to her role as Chief Strategy Officer. Kristin combines her campaigning, research, and communication skills to support the development and implementation of Galvanize USA and Galvanize Action’s long-term strategy to ensure we advance progress for all. Whether leading corporate negotiations to halt Tar Sands expansion, drafting strategic plans, or leading non-violent direct actions to advance LGBTQIA rights, Kristin believes we all do better when we all do better and she’s committed to leveraging her skills and privilege to make this true. Previously Kristin has held roles with the National Park Service and Greenpeace USA, and has clocked over ten thousand hours of facilitation and public speaking. Kristin resides in the rural woods of Washington state with her wife, two cats, and dog.