WILMA’s Leadership Institute: Meet Kristin Peoples

Snapshot of this year's Leadership Institute members

WILMA’s 2025 Leadership Institute, an annual nine-month program, gives area women the opportunity to learn from leaders in the region, visit a range of local companies, and serve as each others’ personal board of directors.

The program is part of the WILMA Leadership Initiative, created to help develop more women leaders in our area.

Meet institute member KRISTIN PEOPLES.


PeoplesKristin Peoples

Title: Director of Member Relations & Engagement

Company: Wilmington Chamber of Commerce

How long have you been with your current employer? 1.5 years

Alma Mater: Winston Salem State University + UNCW

Prior career experience: Niche, Senior Talent Partner at nCino, Talent Partner, New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Talent Acquisition Business Partner

Current job responsibilities: As the Director of Member Relations and Engagement, I manage relationships with more than 1,200 businesses and ensure that Chamber Members are informed of their Membership Investment Benefits and maximize their Chamber Investment. In this role, I have elevated our ribbon cutting experience, increased our Chamber Ambassadors Council, and created processes that help members fully understand and benefit from their Chamber Engagement.

Hobbies: Walking, Journaling, Volunteering


To learn more about WILMA’s Leadership Institute and Initiative, go to https://www.wilmamag.com/leadership/

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