Kristen Held O'Shaughnessy

Kristen Held O'Shaughnessy is a seasoned Business Development Executive with extensive expertise in driving revenue growth and establishing strategic partnerships, currently contributing to Lee Enterprises and The Richmond Times Dispatch. A versatile professional, Kristen's previous roles include Sales Executive at Journey Business Solutions, Inc., where a cloud-based system optimized operational management for retail businesses. As Director of Philanthropy at River City Consulting, Kristen successfully led a collaborative initiative during the pandemic and secured a contract with a national nonprofit. Prior positions also include roles in sales management and consulting across various industries, including promotional products and wine distribution. Kristen holds a BS in Psychology from Virginia Tech.