Katie brings a strong background in skills and employability, with experience managing and delivering holistic service models across the charity and non-profit sectors. She is passionate about rethinking how young people are supported, working closely with local communities, employers, and partners to ensure they have the skills, knowledge, and opportunities needed to thrive and succeed.
With particular expertise in apprenticeships, Katie has worked closely with businesses to create meaningful opportunities for young people, supporting employers to develop high-quality apprenticeship pathways and widen access to employment and progression routes, enabling young people to move confidently into sustainable careers.
Katie brings a wealth of experience in collaborative working, relationship building, and partnership management. She is skilled at connecting organisations, employers, and communities around shared goals, and is driven by the power of partnership to create lasting impact for young people and the systems that support them.