Katie grew up in Shawnee Mission, leaving for a few years to attend Emporia State. She finished up at JCCC and Maple Woods, earning her RVT license. She is the purchasing tech at Cherokee and will celebrate 22 years in the veterinary industry in 2021.

Katie has one daughter and two furry children:  Bruno and Tony.  When not watching her daughter swimming, playing soccer, playing softball, jumping on the trampoline, or climbing monkey bars at the park, Katie enjoys any and all family time. Bruno enjoys his neighborhood walks and the occasional trip to the dog park. Tony spends cold days gazing out of the window and on warm days, out in the backyard keeping the yard clear of chipmunks, squirrels, and birds.  

In her seldom spare time, Katie enjoys family game night, cooking up new recipes, and studying animal behavior.