Kristen Bell, MBA, currently serves as the Coordinator of Grants and Development 2 for the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at Louisiana State University, a position held since April 2024. Previous experience includes roles as a Financial Analyst at Custom Ecology, Inc. and as an Algebra I teacher at Denham Springs Freshman High School. Additional positions held encompass Learning & Development Specialist at First Guaranty Bank, Math and Business Instructor at Northshore Technical Community College, and Business Development Officer at Business First Bank. Kristen has also contributed as a Graduate Assistant in Communications and Creative Services at Southeastern Louisiana University and has extensive experience in financial operations and education. Kristen holds an MBA from Southeastern Louisiana University and a degree in Finance and Real Estate from Louisiana State University.