Beyond the Bio Podcast
Kara Gruver, our Chief Talent Officer, has spent 35 years at the firm leading in various roles including Head of Americas Consumer Products practice, Bain Boston’s Office Head, and Chief Transformation Officer. Now as our CTO, hear how she’s focused on our people-first priorities, including building our effective teams, developing talent, maintaining a consistent Bain experience for all employees, and more.
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Kara Gruver, our Chief Talent Officer, joins us to share insight into her 35-year Bain journey. Growing up with parents who valued education, Kara developed a strong passion for learning and supporting others. She studied psychology and computer science at Dartmouth before joining Bain as an AC in Boston, where she was drawn to the firm's reputation and culture.
Over the years, Kara has held various leadership positions at Bain, including Head of Consumer Products practice in the Americas, Bain Boston Office Head, and Chief Transformation Officer. Now our Chief Talent Officer, her priorities revolve around building effective teams, delivering on value propositions, enhancing organizational efficiency, and ensuring a cohesive and consistent Bain experience for all employees. With a focus on putting people first, Kara discusses how Bain prioritizes talent development and fostering a positive working environment.
In Beyond the Bio, Keith Bevans, partner and global head of consultant recruiting, dives deeper into the stories of some extraordinary Bain people, from their perspectives.