Kristen Penczek

Kristen Penczek has a diverse work experience in various roles and industries. Kristen started their career as an Event Coordinator at Centerpiece Events & Promotion in 2000 and then worked as a Development Associate at the American Lung Association of Maryland in 2001. Kristen later joined Louisiana State University as an Assistant Director, where they coordinated events and designed publications for the Shaquille O'Neal CHAMPS/Life Skills Program. In 2004, they became the Assistant Director of Career Services at Gardner-Webb University, where they provided career development support and designed promotional materials. Penczek then moved on to become an Events Specialist/Graphic Designer at the American Lung Association in 2006, where they designed marketing materials and maintained organizational websites. Kristen also worked at the International Dyslexia Association, first as the Director of Conferences, where they managed a large educational training conference, and later as the Interim Executive Director, where they implemented financial and membership changes. Currently, Penczek is the Managing Director of Audience Engagement at Maryland Public Television, responsible for managing departments, organizing events, and fostering relationships with various stakeholders. Throughout their career, Penczek has demonstrated strong organizational and leadership skills.

Kristen Penczek has a diverse educational background. Kristen obtained a Master of Arts degree in Sport Science & Pedagogy from Gardner-Webb University in the year 2006. Before that, they completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Salisbury University, where they attended from 1997 to 2000.

Aside from their academic achievements, Kristen also holds a certification as a Public Media Diversity Fellow. Kristen obtained this certification from the Riley Institute at Furman University in June 2022.