Kristen McLean

Kristen McLean is a seasoned professional in the entertainment and publishing industries, currently serving as the Senior Executive Director of the Circana Entertainment Knowledge Group since March 2023. Before this role, Kristen held significant positions including Executive Director and Industry Analyst at The NPD Group, and Executive Director of Business Development at Nielsen Entertainment. Additionally, Kristen founded Bookigee, an innovative research and analytics company, and served as the Executive Director of the Association of Booksellers for Children. Kristen's career also includes roles at Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Krikorian Miller, and Henry Bear's Park, alongside a foundational education from Sarah Lawrence College.