Katherine is the CEO of Fundraising Institute Australia (FIA), the leading body for the $12.8 billion charitable fundraising sector. FIA’s mission is to build a vibrant community of best-practice fundraisers and a culture of professional fundraising through education and training, support and advocacy, and the promotion and protection of the fundraising sector.  

With over 20 years of experience in marketing and communications across the U.S. and Australia, she has held senior roles at ADMA, SBS, and Talent International. Katherine has served as a board director for several organisations and is currently on the board of PayPal Giving Fund (Australia) as Vice Chair. She also volunteers for a variety of other community organisations throughout the year.  A dual US/Australian citizen, she grew up in Minnesota, USA, where she completed her undergraduate degree in English and a Master’s degree in International Business Management. Katherine is also a member and graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.