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​In this workshop, we're hosting Kimberly Hawkins, Vice President of Business Operations at The Sandbox, where you’ll learn about the evolving roles of specialists and generalists and how they shape the career paths of those in operations. 

Please note, there will be a 100-person limit on this event. If you are unable to attend live, we will send a recording of the event afterwards.

 is the Vice President of Business Operations at The Sandbox, a consulting firm where she leads the BizOps vertical, specializing in Chief of Staff and Executive Assistance services. Alongside her team, she provides fractional support in these areas (while also managing internal business operations), working in conjunction with the recruitment and finance/accounting verticals. With over a decade of experience in strategy, operations, and team development across nonprofits and startups, Kim has a strong background as a Chief of Staff. Whether Chief of Staff at a top international anti-trafficking NGO or Chief of Staff at a VC-backed, Olympian-founded startup, Kim specializes in optimizing teams and driving strategic initiatives. Holding a background in international relations from Berry College and a JD/MBA from Samford University, she brings a unique blend of legal, business, and global expertise to leadership teams.

 is a premier executive search and career development platform dedicated to placing top-tier Chiefs of Staff and empowering professionals in strategic leadership roles. We serve ambitious professionals and high-growth companies by offering executive recruiting, mentorship programs, and career resources tailored to Chiefs of Staff. By addressing the lack of structured career paths for this role, we provide guidance, connections, and opportunities that accelerate leadership development and organizational success.

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Ask a Chief of Staff: Specialists vs. Generalists and the Operator's Journey