Kristy Calo serves as Vice President of Human Resources at The Michaels Organization. In her role, she oversees the functions of Human Resources and Payroll in support of 2,800+ employees in 39 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Kristy successfully established and built Micahels’ Talent Acquisition function and worked collaboratively with managers to craft innovative ways to source, recruit, hire, and retain talented candidates. She also developed and implemented recruiting strategies that mirror Michaels’ culture and vision while providing a positive experience for candidates and internal key stakeholders. At Michaels, Kristy has been a key contributor in the implementation and execution of various HR initiatives in the benefits, talent management, and compensation areas.