External Professional Development Chair: Kristen Keating
Pronouns: She/Her/Hers
About Kristen:
Kristen is a senior majoring in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, and double minoring in Business and Entrepreneurship. She plans on working in real estate or venture capital upon graduating, aspiring to eventually become a full-time entrepreneur. She hopes for an exciting career that takes her in many directions, one of them possibly being a JD-MBA.
"BAR is a community that has supported every personal and professional version of me throughout my time at Michigan. I am grateful for the chance to grow with this community. BAR was my first professional involvment on campus as a Freshman. Since then, many new involvements and interests have come to fruition and I want to give back to the future of BAR so everyone can have that experience."
Outside of BAR, Kristen is involved in Michigan Real Estate Club as the Vice President of Engagement, MASH Magazine as a Financial Analyst, Philosophy, Politics, and Economics Club, Kappa Kappa Gamma Events Chair, and Dare to Dream Startup Grant Program.
Kristen’s Interests: Development, Startups, Energy, Social Impact, Dogs, Reading, Writing
Kristen’s Hometown: Elmhurst, Illinois
External Professional Development Chair’s Responsibilities:
Acts as main liaison between executive board and professional contacts
Plans speaker events and collaborations with other organizations for members
Organizes law school trips
Works with Internal Chair on professional development events