Experience across labor, business, government, and public policy.
Kristin Heidelbach is a government relations and public affairs professional with more than two decades of experience in advocacy, policy, stakeholder engagement, and strategic communications.
Kristin Heidelbach
Over the course of her career, Kristin has worked extensively with labor organizations, government, business leaders, elected officials, and community stakeholders on issues ranging from workforce and economic policy to complex regulatory and legislative matters.
Her experience includes 19 years with the Teamsters and more than four years with the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), as well as experience on the corporate side as a Vice President of Government Relations and Public Affairs.
This breadth of experience gives Kristin a unique perspective on the interests and dynamics that shape public policy. She understands the importance of strong relationships, thoughtful strategy, and clear communication—and brings those principles to every client engagement.
Through Heidelbach Strategies, Kristin works with organizations to navigate complex policy environments, engage decision-makers and stakeholders, and advance their goals effectively.
Understanding the people at the table.
Kristin's experience on behalf of labor organizations and within the business community informs a practical approach to policy, relationships, communications, and stakeholder engagement.
Labor
Decades of experience understanding workforce priorities, advocacy, coalition dynamics, and organized labor.
Business
Corporate-side experience provides firsthand perspective on how policy and regulation affect organizations and their objectives.
Government & Policy
Extensive engagement with elected officials, agencies, policymakers, and the legislative and regulatory process.
Stakeholders
A career built around productive relationships among people and organizations with different interests and perspectives.