Kristina Taylor

Kristina Taylor joined HelmsBriscoe in June of 2026 as Manager, Global Accounts. Based in the Northwest Arkansas area, she has over 35 years of hospitality experience. She began her career with Tulsa Marriott Southern Hills and later worked with the Hyatt Regency Crown Center Catering/Convention services team. During her tenure, she received the Manager of the Year award, and upon her promotion to Director of Catering/Convention Services, she was nominated twice for performance awards. Upon departing Kansas City, she continued her career in hospitality as a consultant for various businesses, developing strategic plans for event management and foodservice operations. In 2016, she joined Sodexo Campus as the General Manager for Pittsburg State University, where she successfully led retail, catering, resident dining, and concessions while staying committed to achieving the goals of the university’s leadership, students, staff, and community.

Known for her expertise in vendor negotiations, front-of-house operations, and back-of-house management, Kristina brings a unique approach to taking care of her clients. Her commitment to understanding the needs and outcomes of all phases of the client experience is paramount to her focus. Beyond work, she enjoys cooking, hiking, and binge-watching comedy and sci-fi movies with her husband.