Kristi Barkas Strom
About Kristi Barkas Strom
Kristi Barkas Strom is a Client Success Director at Quinstreet, where she has worked since 2019. She has a diverse background in account management and merchandising, having held various roles at notable companies including Calvin Klein, PVH Corp., and Kate Spade New York.
Current Role at QuinStreet
Kristi Barkas Strom serves as the Client Success Director at QuinStreet, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing client relationships and ensuring successful outcomes for clients. Her experience in managing client success initiatives contributes to the overall growth and satisfaction of QuinStreet's clientele. The company is based in Foster City, California.
Previous Experience in the Fashion Industry
Before joining QuinStreet, Kristi Barkas Strom accumulated significant experience in the fashion industry. She worked as an Account Executive at Calvin Klein from 2010 to 2012 in New York City. Prior to that, she was a Merchandise Manager for Timberland - Mens Sportswear at PVH Corp. from 2008 to 2010. Her career also includes a role as a Merchandise Planner at Kate Spade New York from 2003 to 2005, where she developed her skills in merchandise management.
Experience in Digital Marketing and Account Management
Kristi Barkas Strom has extensive experience in digital marketing and account management. She served as an Account Director at Conversant LLC from 2014 to 2019 in Chicago, Illinois. This role involved managing client accounts and developing marketing strategies. Additionally, she worked as the Director of Lifestyle Brands at Cocona Inc. / 37.5® Technology for nearly a year in Boulder, Colorado, where she focused on brand management and marketing initiatives.
Education and Academic Background
Kristi Barkas Strom earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Management from Purdue University. She attended the university from 1998 to 2002, completing her studies over a four-year period. This educational background provided her with foundational knowledge in management principles, which she has applied throughout her career in various roles across different industries.