Kristina Kender
About Kristina Kender
Kristina Kender is the Director of Finance, Staffing, Analytics, and Customer Experience at Kohl's Department Stores in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. She has extensive experience in finance, staffing, performance analytics, and risk management, with a background in auditing from KPMG and a degree in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Current Role at Kohl's Department Stores
Kristina Kender currently serves as Director of Finance, Staffing, and Analytics at Kohl's Department Stores in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing critical financial and staffing strategies. Her work involves analyzing large data sets to inform strategic decision-making that contributes to the store's overall performance. Kristina's expertise in data warehousing aids in managing a vast amount of retail data efficiently.
Past Roles at Kohl's Department Stores
Kristina Kender has held various significant positions at Kohl’s Department Stores, enhancing her extensive experience in the retail sector. She started as a Financial Analyst (2004-2006), progressed to Assistant Manager of Reporting and Analysis (2006-2007), and then became Manager of Finance (2007-2013). She continued her ascension as Manager and later as Senior Manager of Store Staffing and Performance Analytics from 2013 to 2015 before taking on the Director role.
Previous Experience at KPMG
Before her tenure at Kohl's, Kristina worked as an Auditor at KPMG in New York from 2003 to 2004. This position provided her with foundational experience in auditing practices, enhancing her proficiency in financial risk management and compliance—skills that have proven beneficial throughout her career in retail finance.
Education and Academic Background
Kristina Kender is an alumna of the University of Wisconsin - Madison, where she earned a Bachelor of Business Administration with a focus on Management, Accounting, and Finance. Her academic background laid a solid foundation for her career, equipping her with essential knowledge and skills in business management and financial analysis.
Expertise in Data Warehousing and Analytics
Kristina Kender possesses expertise in data warehousing, a critical skill for managing large volumes of retail data. This proficiency enables her to streamline data management processes, which is vital for accurate analysis and reporting. Her strong analytical skills facilitate effective strategic decision-making, ensuring that financial and staffing strategies align with the company’s goals.