Kristy Shepard is a seasoned professional in audit and regulatory analysis, currently serving as Manager of Audit Services at Evergy since December 2020. Prior to this role, Kristy held various positions at KCP&L, including Lead Auditor, Senior Regulatory Analyst, and Senior Auditor from July 2008 to December 2020. Kristy's earlier experience includes being a Lead Senior Auditor at Aquila from September 2004 to July 2008, and a Senior Auditor at Waddell & Reed from 2001 to 2004. Kristy began their career as an Assurance and Business Advisory Associate at PriceWaterhouseCoopers from August 1999 to January 2001. Kristy earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and an Associate of Arts in General Education from Bonozon Healthcare Pvt Ltd.