Kristen Howell

Kristen Howell is an experienced leader in partnerships and business development within the education sector. Currently serving as the Director of Partnerships and Business Development at Zūm, Kristen previously held the position of Managing Partner at Education Elements, where leadership was demonstrated over a significant team and financial quotas. Prior roles include Director of Growth and Partnerships at Leap Innovations and Manager of Strategy, Innovation, and Fund Development at San Francisco Unified School District, where impactful initiatives and partnerships were developed to enhance public education. Educational background includes a Master’s degree in Policy Organization and Leadership Studies from Stanford University and a BA in English and Cultural Anthropology from Duke University.