Kristin Kiseljack | CEO, Ida Mae Home

In this Weatherford College Organizational Leadership Speaker Series interview, Kristin Kiseljack, Founder and CEO of Ida Mae Home, shares a powerful perspective on leadership, entrepreneurship, and strategic growth.

Kristin’s journey reflects a disciplined blend of analytics and creativity—from earning her accounting degree at Baylor University to gaining global retail experience at Harrods in London and leading buying strategies for major U.S. retailers. Today, she leads Ida Mae Home, a Texas-based brand known for its American-made textiles, apparel, and home goods.

This conversation sits within a broader focus on how leaders navigate complexity and position organizations for long-term success. Kristin offers insight into building a business from the ground up, leveraging relationships, and making high-stakes decisions during periods of uncertainty. Her experience during the COVID-19 disruption highlights how strategic thinking, operational discipline, and adaptability can transform challenges into opportunities.

The outcome she emphasizes is clear: sustainable success is built through strong teams, trusted partnerships, and a willingness to evolve with the market.

This interview provides practical, real-world leadership insight for students, professionals, and entrepreneurs seeking to lead with clarity, execute with purpose, and create lasting impact.