Kristen Vargas

Kristen Vargas serves as the Senior Coordinator for Global Patient Programs at the Foundation For Sarcoidosis Research, focusing on enhancing awareness of sarcoidosis and empowering patients through educational materials and support options. Prior to this role, Kristen held significant positions at Walgreens, including Vice President of Retail Operations, where leadership was provided for enterprise-wide initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency across over 9,000 retail locations. As Regional Vice President, Kristen managed P&L and store operations for approximately 400 locations in diverse regions, driving organizational change while maintaining a strong customer focus. Kristen holds a Master of Science in Health Administration from Bellevue University and a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education and Teaching from Missouri Southern State University.