- Sarah L. Stevens has been promoted to Vice President and Chief People Officer at Knife River (KNF, Financial), succeeding Nancy K. Christenson.
- Stevens brings 19 years of experience at Knife River to her new role, previously serving as Vice President of Human Resources.
- Stevens will oversee various departments including Human Resources, recruitment, and training at Knife River (KNF).
Knife River Corporation (KNF) has officially named Sarah L. Stevens as its new Vice President and Chief People Officer. Stevens steps into this role following the retirement of Nancy K. Christenson, who dedicated 47 years to the company. Christenson's departure marks the end of an era characterized by professionalism and a genuine care for team members, which Knife River President and CEO Brian Gray praised highly.
With 19 years of experience at Knife River, Stevens will now be responsible for overseeing a range of areas including Human Resources, compensation and benefits, HR compliance, team member relations, recruitment and retention, as well as training and career development. Her academic credentials include an MBA from George Fox University and an undergraduate degree from the University of Puget Sound. Stevens is also certified with SPHR and SHRM-SCP.
Knife River Corporation, a member of the S&P MidCap 400 index, is known for its expertise in mining aggregates and marketing construction materials such as crushed stone, sand, gravel, ready-mix concrete, and asphalt. The company also specializes in vertically integrated contracting services for both public and private sectors. For more information about Knife River, you can visit their official website.
