Kim Brown

Kim Brown is the CEO of Girls Inc. of Santa Fe, where she has worked since 2005 in roles spanning program management to operations leadership. A first-generation college graduate with a B.A. in Psychology and Women’s Studies from Southern Illinois University, Kim’s path has included service in the Army National Guard—where she was one of the few female truck drivers in East St. Louis—and work as a residential counselor for youth with learning differences. Under her leadership, Girls Inc. has expanded its reach, launched a new campus project, and strengthened its role in the national network. Kim has mentored affiliate leaders across the country and was recognized as Santa Fe Business Woman of the Year and a Visionary Award recipient from Resolve. She brings heart, candor, and vision to her work and is passionate about creating environments where people can show up as their full, empowered selves. Kim lives on a small farm in New Mexico with her wife, daughter, and a lively bunch of animals.