Kristen H.

Kristen H. is a seasoned professional in quality assurance and product management with extensive experience in the cosmetics industry. Currently serving as Sr. Director of Quality at Hourglass Cosmetics since September 2023, Kristen previously held the position of Director of Quality at Rare Beauty from August 2020 to September 2023. Kristen's background includes being the Quality Assurance Manager for Fenty Beauty by Rihanna at Kendo Brands, where quality issues were proactively addressed. Prior experience includes managing quality laboratory operations at Benefit Cosmetics, supervising R&D projects at Abbott, and conducting analytical testing at Ashland Inc. and TestAmerica. Kristen holds an MBA in Strategy and Leadership from Indiana University and a Bachelor of Science in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology from the University of Washington.