Kristina Kempkey is a 2025 Millennium Leadership Intensive participant and a governance and conflict specialist with over twenty years of experience leading international programs in fragile and politically sensitive environments. She has lived and worked in Moldova, Kenya, South Sudan, Mozambique, and Afghanistan, managing initiatives totaling more than $660 million at the intersection of foreign policy, national security, and development. Her career has been defined by navigating crises and transitions—helping governments and communities adapt, rebuild trust, and strengthen institutions. Known for bringing diverse stakeholders together under pressure, she combines systems-level thinking with on-the-ground pragmatism. Whether mentoring teams, negotiating across divides, or shaping strategy at the policy level, Kempkey is recognized as a trusted leader who delivers results in the most complex global contexts.