Kristine Schlafer

Kristine Schlafer is a skilled HR professional currently serving as a Strategic Account Advisor at Empyrean since March 2024. Previously, Kristine held the position of HR U.S. Operational Excellence and Service Delivery Leader at Ferguson Enterprises, where leadership involved guiding HR shared services for over 31,000 associates. Other notable roles include Programming Vice Chair at the Minnesota Change Management Network, VP Human Resources at Orthology Inc., and Human Resources Director at Thrivent Financial, where Kristine focused on implementing technology and process improvements. Early career experience includes positions at Best Buy, Accenture, Mid-Continent Engineering, and Securitas Security Services, with a strong emphasis on employee relations, HR administration, and continuous improvement methodologies. Kristine holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Wisconsin-Stout and has further education from the University of Minnesota.