Kristina Alfonso
Stony Point
Summary
Accomplished Director of Global Workplace Strategy & Design 20+ years of experience at PepsiCo, specializing in transforming workplace environments, aligning real estate strategies with corporate goals, and driving global brand consistency. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, managing multi-million-dollar projects, and integrating sustainability into design. Proven track record in enhancing employee engagement, optimizing office spaces, and fostering a culture of collaboration through innovative design solutions.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Global Workplace Strategy and Design
PepsiCo
03.2024 - Current
- Manage a global team of designers and an art planner, overseeing workplace expansions and branding initiatives, ensuring sustainability and brand cohesion
- Enhanced and rolled out updated Workplace Guidelines in 2023 to drive global consistency across supply chain projects
- Oversee 40+projects, optimizing office designs and fostering productivity and employee engagement across global offices
- Curate and manage multi-million-dollar art assets, elevating the cultural aesthetic of PepsiCo HQ campuses worldwide
Sr Manager, Global Workplace Strategy & Design
PepsiCo
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Managed the renovation of PepsiCo corporate spaces to align with the company’s global brand identity, driving workplace strategy enhancements
- Successfully led the integration of sustainable workplace practices, including recycling programs and energy-efficient designs
- Directed strategic expansions and branding for offices globally, ensuring a cohesive and engaging employee experience
Manager, Workplace Strategy | PepsiCo Global Real Estate
PepsiCo
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Spearheaded 'Project Vibe,' transforming a 10,000 sq ft office space to enhance productivity and employee satisfaction
- Expanded global influence by building and leading a team of two, increasing project engagement across international offices
Sr Designer | PepsiCo Global Real Estate
PepsiCo
05.2014 - 08.2020
- Directed 'Project Renew,' elevating workspace design for PepsiCo’s HQ, enhancing employee engagement and brand alignment
- Led regional workspace transformations, including office space audits post-Quaker acquisition to optimize real estate utilization
- Developed global predesign plans for offices in Dublin, Barcelona, and Switzerland, expanding the workplace strategy across regions
Designer
PepsiCo
07.2011 - 07.2014
- Executed two-floor build-outs at Somers Campus, modernizing facilities to expand PepsiCo’s footprint
- Piloted workspace strategy during Purchase campus renovations, implementing cutting-edge, collaborative office spaces
- Led the relocation of the Somers Campus to White Plains, ensuring seamless operational transitions
Facilities Designer
PepsiCo
07.2003 - 07.2011
- Specialized in facilities design, focusing on both aesthetics and functionality for PepsiCo’s corporate environments
- Orchestrated office renovations and full-floor buildouts, enhancing executive office spaces and modernizing the Purchase HQ campus
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
New York Institute of Technology
01-2001
Skills
- Global Workplace Strategy
- Interior Design and Branding Integration
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Sustainability in Design
- Space Optimization
- Relocation Planning
- Workplace Guidelines Development
- Art Curation
- Cultural Branding
- Office Space Planning
- Test Fitting
- Stakeholder Management
Certification
NCIDQ
Timeline
Director, Global Workplace Strategy and Design
PepsiCo
03.2024 - Current
Sr Manager, Global Workplace Strategy & Design
PepsiCo
03.2022 - 03.2024
Manager, Workplace Strategy | PepsiCo Global Real Estate
PepsiCo
08.2020 - 03.2022
Sr Designer | PepsiCo Global Real Estate
PepsiCo
05.2014 - 08.2020
Designer
PepsiCo
07.2011 - 07.2014
Facilities Designer
PepsiCo
07.2003 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
New York Institute of Technology
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