Kristen Kainer

Kristen Kainer is a seasoned professional in emergency management with extensive experience in response planning and operations. Currently serving as Senior Emergency Manager at Hagerty Consulting since March 2020, Kristen oversees the opening and management of Respite Centers in New York City for asylum seekers, while also developing critical policies and procedures for their operations. Prior roles include supporting the California Surgeon General's COVID-19 response and leading trauma-informed practices training for educators. Kristen has held various leadership positions on the Board of Directors for Girls on the Run NYC and has previously served as Director of both CUNY Internship Programs and Programs at Girls on the Run-Chicago. Kristen earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Chicago and a Bachelor of Sociology from SUNY Geneseo.