Kristie Kolb
MBA class of 2004
Kristie began her career as a Sales Representative for Kraft Foods. After a short two years in the position, she was promoted to a Sales Analyst position in Cincinnati. Naturally, the move is what brought her to Xavier. Kristie balanced obtaining her MBA at Xavier with working a full time job for two years. Kraft promoted her again after she graduated from Xavier with her MBA. Kristie worked with Kraft for a total of seven years in various positions.
After an extensive career in the midwest, she began to explore around the country a little. First, she explored New Jersey at Reckitt Benckiser as a Trade Marketing Manager for their Lysol brand. She attributes her success at this position as a direct result of the knowledge she gained during her time at Xavier. After a short time in New Jersey, Kristie was promoted. For the last 18 months, Kristie has been working in Arkansas as a national account manager calling on Walmart.
Kristie spends her free time planning her upcoming wedding. She also loves to sew, travel, read, golf and watch sports. As for the future, Kristie hopes to continue to climb the corporate ladder.
