In her role as Chief Human Resources Officer, Kate is responsible for the organization’s talent strategies which are built upon the foundational inclusive culture of the company and ultimately result in exciting  careers for its talented associates. Kate began her American Modern career in 2001, initially in the role of employment attorney. In 2012, she was promoted to her current position as CHRO where she oversees the human resources, facilities, and corporate communications functions for the organization, as well as the US regional talent acquisition team for Munich Re. Overtime, she has led various strategic corporate initiatives in areas of upskilling, talent attraction and retention, benefits, engagement and culture, and organizational transformation.

Kate has been active both internally and externally in various additional leadership and community-focused capacities, such as the Women’s Network and Green Team employee resource groups, as well as serving on the boards of Keep Cincinnati Beautiful and Insuring the Children. Kate received her B.S. in political science from Ohio University and her Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati. She also holds a certification as a Senior Professional in Human Resources.

Kate resides in Mason with her husband, Ken, enjoy running in races to keep up with their daughter, Annika, and their dogs Remi and Scout.