Kristen Searle Named Chief Operating Officer of Castle Group

Castle Group, the premier choice for community management, is pleased to announce the promotion of Kristen Searle to Chief Operating Officer (COO). This milestone marks a new chapter in Searle’s distinguished career at Castle Group, following her tenure as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), where she played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s talent strategy and organizational culture. 

Searle joined Castle Group in 2019 as Vice President of Human Resources, bringing with her an extensive background in human capital management. Her leadership and strategic vision led to her promotion to CHRO, where she transformed Castle’s Human Resources department into a world-class operation. As COO, she will now oversee all facets of the company’s operational strategy, working closely with the executive leadership team to drive growth, efficiency, and excellence in service delivery. 

“We are thrilled to announce Kristen’s promotion to Chief Operating Officer,” said Jordan Goldman, CEO of Castle Group. “Kristen’s deep understanding of our people, operations, and company culture makes her the perfect fit for this role. Her leadership has been instrumental in Castle’s success, and we are confident she will continue to drive innovation and operational excellence in her new position.” 

Prior to joining Castle Group, Searle built a remarkable career in human resources, beginning at SBA Communications in Boca Raton, where she advanced from Recruiter to HR Director over a 14-year tenure. Her expertise in workforce management and organizational leadership has been widely recognized, including receiving the Excellence in Human Resources Award from South Florida Business & Wealth in 2019 and 2024. 

Searle holds a bachelor’s degree in Business from Nova Southeastern University and maintains two prestigious HR certifications: Society for Human Resources Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and Professional in Human Resources® (PHR®) from HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®). 

In her new role, Searle will focus on optimizing Castle Group’s operations, enhancing client and employee experiences, and ensuring the company’s continued growth in the community management industry. Her promotion underscores Castle Group’s commitment to cultivating leadership from within and investing in the future of its organization.