Kirstin Hinchcliff
About Kirstin Hinchcliff
Kirstin Hinchcliff is the Change Management & Communications Director at Spencer Stuart, where she has worked since 2020. With a background in communications and project management, she has held various leadership roles in notable companies, including Veolia North America and GolinHarris.
Current Role at Spencer Stuart
Kirstin Hinchcliff serves as the Change Management & Communications Director at Spencer Stuart, a role she has held since 2020. Based in Chicago, she focuses on change management initiatives and internal communications strategies. Her responsibilities include advising senior management on strategic communication matters and ensuring effective communication during organizational changes.
Previous Experience at Veolia North America
Prior to her current position, Kirstin worked at Veolia North America as the Director of Communications from 2011 to 2016. During her five years in this role, she was responsible for overseeing communication strategies and initiatives within the organization, contributing to the company's public image and internal messaging.
Background in Communications and Consulting
Kirstin has a diverse background in communications and consulting. She held the position of Senior Vice President at GolinHarris from 2004 to 2010, where she managed communication strategies for various clients. Additionally, she worked as a Senior Director at FTI Consulting for one year and served as Director of Change Communications at JLL from 2018 to 2019.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Kirstin holds a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Vanderbilt University and a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from Indiana University Bloomington, where she studied Public Affairs and Environmental Policy. Her educational background supports her expertise in strategic communication and project management.
Expertise in Internal Communications
Kirstin specializes in internal communications research and leadership communications. She has developed award-winning global employee engagement programs and possesses extensive experience in project management across various industries. Her skills as a writer enable her to effectively communicate across multiple channels.