Kristin Ojala
About Kristin Ojala
Kristin Ojala is the Sr. Manager, HR Specialist Operations at General Mills, with over 25 years of experience in the travel and hospitality industry before transitioning to HR roles.
Company
Kristin Ojala is currently employed by General Mills, where she holds the position of Sr. Manager, HR Specialist Operations. She has been with the company for over a decade, contributing in various managerial roles across corporate services, personal services, and global travel operations.
Title
Kristin Ojala serves as the Sr. Manager, HR Specialist Operations at General Mills. In this capacity, she oversees HR operations, leveraging her extensive experience in the travel and hospitality industry to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee services.
Education and Expertise
Kristin Ojala earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Michigan State University, attending from 1990 to 1994. She brings over 25 years of experience in the travel and hospitality sectors to her HR roles, having worked in business travel sales, global travel management, and committee leadership within the National Business Travel Association.
Industry Background and Experience
Kristin Ojala has a robust background in the travel and hospitality industry, which spans over 25 years. She played a key role in managing global travel operations at FICO for six years and has extensive experience in business travel sales through her positions at Hilton and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. Her transition to HR roles involved significant responsibilities in managing corporate and personal services at General Mills.
Leadership in National Business Travel Association
Kristin Ojala served in leadership roles within the National Business Travel Association. She was the Co-Chair of the Hotel Committee from 2008 to 2010 and also served as a member of the Hotel Committee from 2007 to 2008. These roles underscored her expertise and influence in the field of business travel.