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Connectors by nature · Community builders by choice

Where meaningful connections become meaningful impact.

A trusted community for HR & People leaders — and a partnership platform that connects them with the people and solutions to address real workforce challenges. More real. More useful. More human.

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Keeping people at the heart of business

By connecting the right people with the right solutions, we help organizations strengthen their communities, support their employees, and create lasting value. Because when we take care of people, we create stronger businesses.

What drives us

Connection. Care. Action.

01 · Our foundation

Connection

Authentic relationships create opportunities and solve problems organizations cannot solve alone.

02 · Our motivation

Care

The human side of business matters — especially as technology and AI reshape the workplace.

03 · Our differentiator

Action

We don't just discuss challenges. We activate partnerships and turn good intentions into measurable outcomes.

Our story

Built on connection. Inspired by care. Driven by purpose.

Some of the most meaningful opportunities begin with a simple conversation. Ours grew from a shared belief: the most powerful part of any organization is its people.

Across our careers in HR, well-being, caregiving and partnerships, we've seen the extraordinary commitment HR leaders make to supporting others — and the growing demands placed on them.

At a SHRM Foundation event on caregiving, surrounded by leaders discussing the needs of working caregivers, it came into focus:

We didn't need another conversation about workforce challenges. We needed to help turn those conversations into solutions.

That realization became Connectors Compass — a complement to the organizations already doing important work in HR, here to amplify their impact and turn shared goals into action.

What makes us different

More than networking for networking's sake.

Traditional approachConnectors Compass
Networking events and introductionsOngoing relationships and purposeful collaboration
Conversations about challengesConnecting people with actionable solutions
Promoting individual productsCurating mission-aligned offerings
Transactional referralsHigher-touch partner engagement
Community engagement aloneCommunity engagement linked to real business value

Doing what's right for people and doing what's good for business should reinforce one another.

Our initiatives

Caregiving is where we begin — not where we end.

Initial focus

Care Compass

Support for working caregivers and their families, helping employers respond to one of the most pressing workforce needs of our time.

Coming next

Career Compass

HR career navigation, transitions, development and professional support.

Shaped by you

Future initiatives

New curated offerings guided by community needs and aligned partnerships.

How we support the community

Depth over noise. Connection over volume.

Community Gatherings

In-person and virtual gatherings for genuine connection, shared learning and open conversation.

Resource Recommendations

Trusted, fully vetted solution providers — from HR support and benefits to payroll, recruitment and wellness.

Talent Connections

Connecting organizations with trusted professionals and peers, growing through relationships.

Podcast Conversations

Industry podcasts and our own show — practical insight and respected voices from across the community.

Speaking & Events

Engaging at conferences and sourcing speakers who bring relevant, practical perspectives.

Writing & Collaborative Projects

Books, articles and long-form work on the future of work — plus ghostwriting and publishing connections.

Our people

The people behind Connectors Compass

Built on years of real relationships. Our three co-founders bring complementary perspectives, united by a commitment to connection, trust, and service.

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Mark Christensen

Chief Connector & Partnership Curator

Mark is a connector at heart. For years, he has brought people together across the HR and People space through thoughtful conversations, trusted relationships, and a genuine desire to help others succeed. A single father raising three boys, his dedication to family grounds his work — building trust, listening with intention, and creating communities where people feel seen and supported.

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Kristin Barrett

Chief Care & Growth Officer

Kristin is a trusted advisor, executive coach and authentic connector with a track record of building lasting partnerships and driving revenue growth. Experienced in navigating industry disruption, she excels at reimagining opportunities and solving complex challenges with a people-first, collaborative approach. A devoted caregiver for several elder family members over the past twenty-six years while raising two daughters, she brings that same sense of care to her work as a champion for personal and professional growth.

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Katie Medeiros

CEO

Katie has led growth and transformation initiatives across large, complex enterprises and high-growth organizations, bringing a people-first mindset and deep appreciation for authentic connection to everything she does. Grounded, perceptive, and highly trusted, she has a natural ability to make complex topics feel clear and approachable — and is a strong ally in women's leadership.

Our shared compass

People at the heart.
Purpose in every connection.

Different perspectives. One shared belief: when we connect with intention and lead with care, we can turn the challenges people face into meaningful action.

Connection. Care. Action.

Let's turn connection into action.

Whether you're an HR leader, an organization, or a solution provider, we'd love to explore how we can make a real difference together.

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