Kristin Oelke

Kristin Oelke brings extensive experience in marketing, communications, and growth strategy to USGIF. An award-winning public sector marketing executive, she built and led federal-focused marketing teams at Sun Microsystems and Ericsson, led marketing for the carve-out of Ericsson Federal into an independent entity, and headed marketing for DLT Solutions, a $1 billion public sector technology channel and distribution company acquired by TD SYNNEX. Throughout these roles, Kristin was actively engaged with USGIF programs and events, gaining firsthand experience with the Foundation’s mission and community.

Kristin also serves as Managing Director of Growth Services at Brightrose Ventures, where she develops and executes growth strategies for nonprofit and for-profit organizations. She brings this experience to USGIF with a focus on strengthening community connections, expanding opportunities for education and professional development, and elevating the Foundation’s role in advancing the GEOINT tradecraft. Her approach combines strategic marketing, compelling communications, and emerging AI capabilities to drive greater engagement, organizational growth, and measurable impact.

Kristin holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism and a master’s degree in Communications from Eastern Illinois University, as well as an Executive Certificate in Marketing from Georgetown University.