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Kristi Buckley is an Associate in the El Segundo/Beach Cities office. She is a member of the Multifamily Practice Office team and plays a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning across Running Point’s Investment Advisory, Tax, Accounting, and Insurance operations harmonizing day-to-day activities related to systems, processes, and technology. 

Prior to joining Cerity Partners, Kristi was the Operations Coordinator at Running Point and played a pivotal role in ensuring a seamless client experience across Running Point’s Investment Advisory, Tax, Accounting, and Insurance operations. Prior to Running Point, Kristi served as the Donor Relations Director for the Manhattan Beach Education Foundation, raising over $5 million annually to support the Manhattan Beach public schools. 

In her spare time, Kristi enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, and spending time with family, friends, and her dog Lulu.

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Education

  • BA Speech & Communications, Cal Poly San Luis Obispo

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