Kristofer Barton - Chief Marketing & Development Officer

Kristofer Barton is the Chief Marketing & Development Officer at Family First Foundation, where he leads strategic initiatives to expand the organization’s outreach, fundraising, and brand presence. With more than 15 years of experience in brand marketing, commercial production, and content development, Kristofer blends creative vision with business strategy to amplify Family First’s mission of empowering youth and families through education and opportunity.

Before joining Family First, Kristofer built a diverse career across entertainment, consumer brands, and nonprofit sectors. He has spearheaded brand marketing and storytelling initiatives for BenjiLock, an award-winning biometric security company, developing campaigns featured across CES, Target, Amazon, and Best Buy. As an Executive Producer at Studio SDK, he has overseen projects for global brands, while his previous roles at 160over90 and Neighborhood Film Company allowed him to produce integrated campaigns, short films, and multimedia content that bridged creativity and impact. Early in his career, Kristofer worked at Sony Pictures Entertainment, supporting major film productions and sharpening his skills in large-scale media environments.

At Family First Foundation, Kristofer leverages this extensive background to design compelling campaigns, cultivate donor and partner relationships, and lead development strategies that sustain and grow the Foundation’s reach. His expertise in brand strategy, storytelling, and partnership building enables Family First to connect authentically with communities while securing vital support for its programs.

Beyond his professional work, Kristofer is passionate about mentoring young creatives and marketing professionals, sharing insights on media, development, and the power of storytelling to drive social change. His leadership has been instrumental in elevating Family First’s profile, strengthening its community impact, and charting a bold vision for the future.