Kristen Howell
About Kristen Howell
Kristen Howell serves as the President of CrowdStreet Capital and as the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer at CrowdStreet. With extensive experience in corporate finance and compliance, she has played a key role in securing a broker-dealer license for the company and holds multiple FINRA licenses.
Current Role at CrowdStreet
Kristen Howell serves as President of CrowdStreet Capital and as General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer at CrowdStreet. In this capacity, she oversees a variety of responsibilities, including corporate finance, compliance programs, SEC and FINRA filings, and governance. Since joining CrowdStreet in 2021, Howell has played a pivotal role in the company's operations and strategic direction.
Professional Experience
Prior to her current role, Kristen Howell held several significant positions in law firms and corporate environments. She worked as an Associate at Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP from 1997 to 2002 and later as a Partner and Chair of the Investment Funds Practice at Fox Rothschild LLP from 2016 to 2021. Additionally, she served as Corporate Counsel at Quantum from 2004 to 2007 and as an Associate at Riddell Williams P.S. from 2002 to 2004.
Education and Expertise
Kristen Howell earned her Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Texas Christian University, where she studied from 1990 to 1994. She later obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Colorado, completing her studies from 1995 to 1998. Howell has expertise in blockchain, payments technology, and digital payment processing, which complements her legal background.
Board Memberships and Leadership Roles
In addition to her role at CrowdStreet, Kristen Howell has served on the Board of Directors for the Center for Children & Youth Justice from 2010 to 2021. She is also a board member for CrowdStreet REIT I, Inc., which is an SEC-registered investment company. These positions highlight her commitment to governance and community involvement.
Licenses and Certifications
Kristen Howell holds several FINRA licenses, including Series 7, 79, 24, 63, and SIE. These licenses enable her to navigate complex regulatory environments and enhance her capabilities in compliance and corporate governance within the financial sector.