With two decades of advancement experience across higher education, research, and youth-serving organizations, Katie brings a deep commitment to community impact to her role at Occidental College as Executive Director of Corporate, Foundation & Strategic Initiatives. She previously served as Chief Development Officer at A Place Called Home in South Los Angeles and held key fundraising and leadership roles at Caltech and the USC Shoah Foundation.
As a board member of The Pathfinder Network, Katie applies her strategic fundraising background to support resource development and create pathways to change for justice system-impacted individuals and families. Grounded in The Pathfinder Network’s core belief in human dignity and second chances, she is passionate about strengthening the organizational foundations that allow these vital programs to thrive.
Katie holds an MPA from the USC Price School of Public Policy. Outside of work, she enjoys archery, traveling, and reading at home with her husband and two cats.