As Chief People and Culture Officer Katie leads Stambaugh Ness’s talent lifecycle through collaboration with the executive team to ensure that our vision and culture are continuously sharpened and nurtured. Katie understands and appreciates the fundamentals of achieving and maintaining a Great Place to Work certification. This includes hands-on experience in driving innovative programs and championing continuous improvements that positively impact our culture.

Applying her extensive human resources background, Katie is responsible for the firm’s strategic talent management through acquiring, training, and retaining top talent at all levels. As a Gallup Certified Strengths Coach, she serves as an ambassador of the CliftonStrengths 34 report. Armed with powerful strengths data, Katie leads the firm in developing initiatives that support the unique talents and strengths of each employee. Additionally, she collaborates with SN employees to implement a strengths-based coaching approach that heightens employee engagement management.

Education

• The SHRM Learning System Certification, Society for Human Resource Management
• Professional Human Resource Management Certification, Villanova University

Professional & Community Highlights

• Leadership Harrisburg Graduate

Ask Katie About the Time

She found herself standing next to The Rock in a Gold’s gym.