Kirsten has been living and working across countries and cultures for over two decades. Her multifaceted career spans several innovative organizations including Rainforest Alliance, Aid to Artisans, Trickle Up and EastWest Institute. In addition to raising millions of dollars for international and domestic programs, she has developed and overseen programs in the Americas, North Africa and Afghanistan.Kirsten has an MPA in Non-Profit Management and an MA in Latin American and Caribbean Studies from New York University.