Kirstin Beard is the Integrity & Growth Manager for the American Dream Employment Network (ADEN), a division of National Disability Institute (NDI). Kirstin is tasked with assuring quality performance and project growth to build a better financial future for people with disabilities.

Prior to joining NDI, she spent eight years with the State of Georgia Government, serving in different capacities, most recently as the Employment Services Coordinator. Kirstin has over 14 years of experience orchestrating and delivering vital social services to individuals and families for state- and federal-funded initiatives.

Kirstin earned her bachelor’s degree from North Carolina A&T State University and, most recently, is on track to completing her certification as a Certified Work Incentives Practitioner through Cornell University. Outside of NDI, Kirstin enjoys spending time with her family, crafting and cooking.