BROOKE STITES

As Operations Manager at Curql Collective, Brooke Stites oversees the execution of day-to-day operations across finance, administration, and strategic business activities. She is responsible for creating and maintaining efficient processes that support both internal teams and external stakeholders. Brooke manages multiple functions with a focus on process optimization, resource management, and operational effectiveness. Her broad skill set enables her to navigate complex responsibilities, ensuring operations align with organizational goals.
Before joining Curql Collective in 2022, Brooke held numerous roles at Affinity Marketing Consultants, a technology and licensing firm, where she honed her skills in stakeholder management and operational oversight. Throughout her career, she has consistently navigated shifting priorities, ensuring that operational systems remain adaptable and responsive to evolving needs. Her expertise lies in enhancing organizational efficiency while aligning daily operations with long-term strategy.

Kristin Evans serves as Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Curql Collective, where she drives marketing strategies to further Curql’s mission of bringing fintech to credit unions and credit unions to fintech. She has worked for both credit unions and fintech – from startups through enterprise organizations. Kristin leverages over a decade of marketing experience to drive expansion of Curql’s ecosystem, fostering a collaborative environment across the credit union landscape.
Key Facts
- Over 15 years of cross-functional experience in operational management roles
- Adept at managing diverse operational responsibilities to support company-wide objectives
- Strong background in stakeholder engagement and resource coordination
- Holds a Master of Arts from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Arts from the University of San Diego
Accomplishments
- Completed the Management Development Program through Wharton Executive Education in 2025
- Earned a Certificate in Human Resource Management from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI) in 2024
- Serves on non-profit organization boards and volunteer teams at both local and national levels, supporting initiatives in the arts, education, and women’s leadership development