Kirk Vanderleest

Kirk Vanderleest is an experienced professional with a strong background in management and innovation across various sectors. Currently serving as Regional Manager at the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association since August 2023, Kirk previously held the position of Strategic Innovation at Masterworks, driving creative consultancy for global ministries. As President and Marketing lead at MudPaint.com, revenue grew by 300% under Kirk's oversight of digital marketing. Prior experience includes directing sales and international development at a tech start-up, leading The Ambrose School to significant fundraising and enrollment growth, and transforming flixio studios into a multimillion-dollar enterprise. Kirk's earlier career at Citi involved leadership roles driving project management and talent strategy across global operations. Kirk holds an MBA from Copenhagen Business School and another MBA from the University of Oregon, along with a BA from Seattle Pacific University.