Welcome! I'm delighted to connect with you.
I'm Kristen Lans, and I specialize in creating impactful team experiences designed to foster problem-solving, effectiveness, and connection among remote team members.
BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE
Throughout my career, I’ve worked side-by-side with scientists, technologists, academics, and leaders to provide people and organizational development solutions to address some of the world’s most complex problems.
Some of the renowned institutions I have worked at include the Marine Biological Laboratory in Woods Hole, MA and Portland State University’s Graduate School of Education.
Most recently, I had the privilege of serving as the Director of Global Learning and Development at the Wikimedia Foundation, where I also took on roles as an Agile Coach and Director of Team Practices. These roles have equipped me with a deep understanding of team dynamics and the skills necessary to coach and support diverse, high-performing teams.
I enjoy getting to the root of the people dynamics at the heart of business challenges. Recent consulting clients include an ultra high net worth family office, a Fortune 50 company, a free speech nonprofit, and a community bank.
Academic and Professional Credentials
I hold an MA degree in Leadership in Ecology, Culture, and Learning from Portland State University. My academic journey has provided me with a holistic understanding of leadership and its impact on organizational culture and learning.
In addition, I have completed 200+ International Coaching Federation Training Hours in specialized coaching methodologies, including Presence-Based Coaching, Growth Edge Coaching, the Art of Developmental Coaching, and Positive Intelligence Coaching. I am also a certified Leadership Circle Practitioner. These certifications reflect my commitment to continuous learning and my ability to apply diverse coaching techniques to support individual and team growth.
Certified and Recognized Expertise
Leadership Circle Practitioner: I am certified in The Leadership Circle, a framework that helps leaders understand and develop their leadership effectiveness.
Certified Women-Owned Business Enterprise: Recognized by the Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office, this certification highlights my commitment to diversity and inclusion in business practices.
Professional Facilitator: Trained by Community at Work, I possess the skills to design and facilitate engaging, productive, and transformative team offsites.
Let's work together to create a transformative offsite experience that will empower your team to achieve their highest potential. Contact me to learn more about how I can support your team’s growth and success.