Human Resources Executive & Leadership Development Expert; Vice President of People at Kickstarter; TEDNext Speaker

Portland, OR, USA
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Tarveen Forrester Biography

Tarveen Forrester is a human resources executive and diversity advocate who serves as vice president of people at Kickstarter, the crowdfunding platform supporting artists, musicians, filmmakers, and designers. In this role, Forrester focuses on maximizing human potential, fostering an inclusive work environment, building cultures where teams can thrive, and supporting business and leadership development. Her responsibilities include talent acquisition, professional and leadership development, diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, performance management, employer branding, organizational effectiveness, and change management.

Before joining Kickstarter, Forrester was head of people operations and diversity at Tastemade, where she led efforts that increased the racial and ethnic diversity of the company's staff. She also launched Tastemade's "Be the Change" initiative, an online guide offering resources for marginalized and underrepresented communities, and co-launched Tastemade Together, an employee resource group focused on diversity and inclusion. Earlier in her career, Forrester held roles at Nike, Experis, and Touch of Modern, gaining experience across industries before specializing in people operations and workplace culture.

At Kickstarter, Forrester has overseen the company's transition to a four-day workweek and led a unionized technology workforce. She has managed organizational challenges and emphasizes the importance of mental and physical health in leadership. Forrester's leadership approach centers on empathy and storytelling, promoting environments where individuals feel supported and valued, and encouraging organizations to rebuild trust and resilience during challenging times.

Forrester's thought leadership includes speaking at TEDNext, where she delivered a talk titled "Let Your Ambition Light You Up, Not Burn You Out," focusing on strategies for cultivating sustainable ambition. She has also spoken at the Fast Company MIC Summit on the four-day workweek and appeared on the "HR Superstars" podcast to discuss boundary-setting, leading through trauma, and career transitions. Across her platforms, Forrester is dedicated to educating others on building fulfilling, purpose-driven careers in human resources, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/30/2026.

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Tarveen Forrester - TEDNext

Tarveen Forrester - TEDNext

Let your ambition light you up — not burn you out.

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