Katy is responsible for leading all aspects of the marketing strategy and execution to drive brand awareness and maximize sales efforts to align with the organization's mission, vision, and business goals. Katy is a collaborative leader with a proven track record of working successfully with cross-functional teams and external partners on all Marketing initiatives.

Katy is the in-house LinkedIn expert and enjoys delivering 1:1 training to every Shields Meneley transition client to help them understand all things LinkedIn, including how to leverage the platform for their job search, execute their networking strategy, and put their best foot forward to represent their brand.

Previously in her role as Director, Client Services and Operations, Katy was dedicated to the highest level of customer service and delivery to C-Suite executives. She also worked in collaboration with the firm’s leaders on every aspect of the business from daily operations to long-term strategic planning and enjoyed a full plate with oversight of functional operations, including finance and accounting, human resources, and marketing.

Katy grew up in the Milwaukee area and graduated from Marquette University with a B.A. in psychology. She relocated to Seattle, WA to pursue social work and enjoyed the Northwest, but the Midwest has always been home. Katy currently resides in Chicago with her husband Ray, son Raymond, and their dog Ozzie.