Kristi Gribble Thompson
About Kristi Gribble Thompson
Kristi Gribble Thompson is the Associate Director of Policy and Government Relations at Alkermes in Dublin, Ireland. She has extensive experience in health policy and government relations, having worked in various roles at the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, and other organizations.
Current Role at Alkermes
Kristi Gribble Thompson currently serves as the Associate Director of Policy and Government Relations at Alkermes, located in Dublin, Ireland. In this role, she is responsible for shaping and implementing the company's policy and government relations strategies. Alkermes is known for its focus on developing medicines for central nervous system diseases. Kristi's background in health policy positions her to advise on regulatory and legislative issues critical to the company's interests.
Previous Experience in the United States Senate
Kristi Gribble Thompson has served in the United States Senate as Health Professional Staff on the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions from 2017 to 2018. In this capacity, she worked on significant health-related legislative matters, leveraging her expertise in healthcare policy. Additionally, she acted as the Regional Director for Bob Corker’s Senate campaign in 2012, managing regional outreach and campaign activities.
Roles in the U.S. House of Representatives
Kristi Gribble Thompson's tenure in the U.S. House of Representatives includes serving as a Health Legislative Assistant from 2013 to 2016 and as Senior Health Policy Advisor from 2016 to 2017. During these periods, she advised on policy development, analyzed legislation, and contributed to the formulation of health policies, providing her in-depth insights into the legislative process and healthcare sector.
Marketing and Fundraising Experience
Kristi Gribble Thompson's experience in marketing and fundraising includes her role as a Marketing and Fundraising Consultant for Time Inc. from 2011 to 2012, and as a Fundraising Coordinator for the Muscular Dystrophy Association from 2010 to 2011. These positions allowed her to develop skills in campaign strategy, donor engagement, and fundraising management. She also served as the McCain-Palin Presidential Campaign Field Director in 2008, showcasing her capabilities in grassroots organizing and campaign execution.
Educational Background
Kristi Gribble Thompson holds a Bachelor of Arts from East Tennessee State University (2005-2008) and a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Management and Health Care Administration from Clemson University. Her education provided a solid foundation in healthcare administration and business management, which has supported her multifaceted career in policy, marketing, and government relations.