Kristin Quinn, SPHR, SHRM-SCP
Kristin Quinn, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, is the founder of Quinnspire HR Consulting, where she partners with growing organizations to strengthen leadership, culture, and people effectiveness. With more than 20 years of experience in corporate human resources, Kristin has held leadership roles at Comcast and Sysco, leading high-impact initiatives in employee engagement, organizational change, and leadership development.
Known for bringing clarity to complexity, Kristin helps leaders navigate transformation—including mergers and acquisitions, technology rollouts, and organizational redesign—while fostering trust and alignment along the way. Her work blends strategic insight with practical, human-centered solutions that enable sustainable growth.
After stepping away from corporate leadership to support family caregiving, Kristin returned to her work with a deeper appreciation for adaptability, resilience, and human-centered leadership. Today, through Quinnspire, she mentors leaders, coaches executives, and partners with organizations to build strong, engaged teams.
Kristin holds a bachelor’s degree from Eastern Michigan University and certifications including SPHR, SHRM-SCP, and Coaching Fundamentals from iPEC.
• Coaching Fundamentals Certificate
• Eastern Michigan University - B.A.
• BreaktHRough Award (2015)
• Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)
What do you attribute your success to?
I credit my success to experience, curiosity, and a commitment to helping others grow, along with an ability to quickly understand people and context. Throughout my career in human resources, that combination has allowed me to lead initiatives that improve employee engagement and organizational effectiveness. Today, as a coach and consultant, I use that experience to guide leaders through career growth, leadership development, and unlocking their full potential.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I ever received came from my mentor, Julie Harrison: trust your own judgment and pay attention to patterns, not promises. That advice helped me navigate complex environments with integrity and continues to shape how I lead and mentor others today.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to take the time to understand who you are and what you value. Let your decisions flow from that perspective, and you’ll build a career that is not only fulfilling, but resilient and authentic.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my field right now is helping organizations slow down long enough to lead intentionally in a constant state of change. At the same time, that pressure creates an opportunity for HR and leaders to shift from reactive problem-solving to more thoughtful, human-centered leadership that builds trust, clarity, and long-term effectiveness.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Integrity, curiosity, and compassion are the values that guide both my work and personal life. I believe in leading with honesty, staying open to learning, and treating people with respect—especially during moments of change or uncertainty.