Kristin Swedlund

Kristin Swedlund is an experienced professional in fundraising and philanthropic operations, currently serving as Senior Manager of Annual Giving & Fundraising Operations at the Morgridge Institute for Research since December 2017. In this role, Kristin manages annual giving strategies and oversees Salesforce database processes while building relationships with fundraising software vendors. Previous positions include Philanthropic Research & Data Manager at Morgridge Institute, Membership Specialist at PBS Wisconsin, and Development Coordinator at Gathering Waters: Wisconsin's Alliance for Land Trusts, where Kristin was responsible for major fundraising initiatives and donor engagement strategies. Kristin’s background also includes roles at Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative and various organizations focused on community outreach and education. Kristin holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from Luther College.