Beth Preston
About Beth Preston
Beth Preston serves as the Director of Services Management, Technology & Operations at Spencer Stuart, where she has worked since 2017. She has extensive experience in executive search and knowledge management, alongside a strong educational background in law and literature.
Current Role at Spencer Stuart
Beth Preston serves as the Director of Services Management, Technology & Operations at Spencer Stuart since 2017. In this role, she reports directly to the Chief Information Officer. Her responsibilities include leading projects that integrate artificial intelligence and large language model technologies to address business challenges. She specializes in developing go-to-market strategies for technology solutions, ensuring that Spencer Stuart remains competitive in the evolving market landscape.
Previous Experience at Spencer Stuart
Prior to her current position, Beth Preston held multiple roles at Spencer Stuart. She worked as the Associate Practice Leader and Global Knowledge Manager for Consumer Goods from 2013 to 2016. Before that, she was the Executive Search and Knowledge Manager in the Consumer Goods and Services Practice from 2007 to 2013. Additionally, she served as the Director of Operations for Global Practices from 2016 to 2017. Her extensive experience at Spencer Stuart has contributed to her expertise in the field.
Early Career at CSC Index Management Consulting
Beth Preston began her career as a Graphic Artist at CSC Index Management Consulting, where she worked for one year from 1994 to 1995. This early experience in a consulting environment provided her with foundational skills that would later support her roles in management and operations within the technology sector.
Education and Academic Background
Beth Preston earned her Juris Doctor (JD) from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law, studying from 1999 to 2002. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature from Saint Mary's College, where she studied from 1988 to 1992. Additionally, she attended the University of Notre Dame from 1988 to 1992. This diverse educational background has equipped her with critical thinking and analytical skills applicable in her professional roles.
Expertise in Technology Solutions
Beth Preston has developed expertise in creating custom databases tailored to client needs. She specializes in formulating go-to-market strategies for technology solutions, which positions her as a key player in integrating innovative technologies into business operations. Her ability to lead projects that incorporate AI and LLM technologies further underscores her proficiency in addressing complex business challenges.