Kirsten Rouland, M.B.A.
About Kirsten Rouland, M.B.A.
Kirsten Rouland, M.B.A., is a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Mts Systems Corporation, where she has worked since 2016. With a background in leadership development and human resource management at Best Buy and Quantum Retail Technology, she specializes in organizational design, employee engagement, and leadership coaching.
Current Role at MTS Systems Corporation
Kirsten Rouland serves as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at MTS Systems Corporation, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she focuses on enhancing human capital strategies within the organization. Her responsibilities include consulting with leaders on organizational design and succession management. Additionally, she drives employee engagement and development specifically within the Test and Simulation business unit.
Previous Experience at Best Buy
Kirsten Rouland has extensive experience at Best Buy, where she worked in various managerial roles from 2000 to 2013. She began as Manager of Human Resource People and Performance Management, followed by her role as Manager of Human Resources Transformation. From 2006 to 2013, she served as Manager of International Leadership Development. Her tenure at Best Buy spanned over seven years, during which she contributed to the development of leadership and human resource strategies.
Experience at Quantum Retail Technology
Kirsten Rouland worked as the Director of Human Resources at Quantum Retail Technology from 2013 to 2015. In this role, she was responsible for overseeing human resources functions and implementing strategies that supported the company's goals. Her experience at Quantum Retail Technology added to her expertise in human resources management.
Educational Background
Kirsten Rouland studied at Winona State University, where she earned a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in human resources and organizational development.
Leadership and Coaching Expertise
Kirsten Rouland provides leadership coaching aimed at improving management effectiveness and employee relations. Her focus on coaching and development plays a significant role in enhancing the overall performance of the teams she works with, contributing to a positive workplace culture.