Ms. Krol is an established human resources executive with over 30 years of experience in global public and private companies. Her areas of expertise include executive compensation, leadership development, succession planning as well as talent acquisition and retention.

Ms. Krol joined Public Storage in 2005 and led the human resources function as Senior Vice President and then Chief Human Resources Officer until her retirement in 2017. She played a key role in recruiting and developing executives for Public Storage and Shurgard and creating leadership development and succession planning programs. Ms. Krol worked closely with the executive team and board to ensure the compensation philosophy and plans were designed to attract, motivate and retain the best talent while aligning with shareholders’ interests.

From 1985 to 2005, Ms. Krol served in a variety of roles at Parsons Corporation, a global defense and infrastructure firm. She was selected to participate in a leadership fast track program that enabled her to gain experience in project controls, operations, acquisition integration, business development and human resources. Ms. Krol then served as Vice President of Human Resources for the largest global business unit from 2000 until her departure in 2005.

Ms. Krol holds a Masters Degree in Organizational Management and a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management. She is an avid supporter of animal advocacy and enjoys attending workshops and volunteering at the Best Friends Sanctuary in Utah.