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Kirsten Burgess has a diverse work experience, starting with their role as the Design Director at Canidae Pet Food in 2020. Here, they led the brand refresh and was responsible for various design strategies and consumer experiences, such as packaging design, social advertising, website development, and partnership activations.

Before that, Kirsten had their own company, Kirsten Burgess LLC, since 2000, where they worked as a Principal. Kirsten then joined Johnson & Johnson in 2018 as a Design Lead, where they continued to drive strategic direction and packaging innovation. Kirsten also served on the Management Team to contribute to overall business growth and culture.

Prior to Johnson & Johnson, Kirsten worked at Zarbee's Naturals from 2015 to 2018 as a Design Lead, playing a crucial role in the start-up's growth and eventual acquisition by Johnson & Johnson.

Kirsten'searlier experience includes roles as an Art Director at Carmody & Long, as a Freelance Art Director/Designer at Aquent and Ryan Partnership, and as a Freelance Art Director at AB InBev APAC. Kirsten also worked as a Freelance Designer at Mechtronics and held the position of Director of Creative Services at CMG Communications LLC, where they worked with clients such as Virgin Atlantic and Johnnie Walker.

Overall, Kirsten Burgess has extensive experience in design, brand development, and strategic leadership in various industries.

Kirsten Burgess obtained their Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Industrial and Product Design from Carnegie Mellon University from 1989 to 1993.