Kimberly S. Walker
Kim W. is a highly respected legal and compliance executive with over two decades of experience guiding corporations and senior leadership through complex regulatory, ethical, and operational landscapes. As Vice President and General Counsel for Hach and Water Quality Global Commercial Operations at Veralto, she plays a pivotal role in shaping legal strategy, managing risk, and driving a culture of integrity across the organization. Her work bridges industries — from energy to manufacturing — with a focus on compliance, dispute resolution, crisis management, and global business operations.
Before joining Veralto, Kim held senior roles at Danaher Water Quality, Transocean, BP, and Fulbright & Jaworski LLP, where she built a reputation for her sharp legal acumen, sound judgment, and ability to lead teams through transformative change. Her expertise in anti-bribery and corruption law, corporate governance, and litigation has positioned her as a trusted advisor to executive teams navigating both opportunity and uncertainty in global markets.
A proud graduate of Florida State University and George Mason University School of Law, Kim continues to champion women in leadership through mentorship and her involvement with Chief, a private network for senior executive women. Known for her strategic mindset and people-first approach, she is as dedicated to empowering her teams as she is to advance ethical business practices that strengthen communities and organizations alike.
• Troy University- M.B.A.
• Florida State University- B.S.
• George Mason University - Antonin Scalia Law School- J.D.
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to curiosity, a sense of humor, and a whole lot of luck.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received was to “just do it” — even if an opportunity feels intimidating or uncertain. If it excites you and opens new doors, take the leap, because every bold step reveals experiences and possibilities you might never have imagined.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is simple: be curious — ask questions, explore new ideas, and never stop learning.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges in my field right now is keeping up with the rapid pace of technological change and how it continues to reshape the way we work and communicate.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Discipline and self-care are essential to me, along with valuing and supporting the people who stand by me both personally and professionally.