Katie Desmond

Katie Desmond is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in membership development, public affairs, and marketing. At the American Academy of PAs since July 2014, Katie has successfully led student member recruitment and engagement, achieving over 50% growth in this segment. Prior roles include Public Affairs Manager at Yoga Alliance, where Katie directed rebranding efforts and developed targeted marketing strategies, and Government Affairs Manager at Hewlett-Packard, where Katie served as a spokesperson to government representatives. Katie's background also encompasses positions at Planned Parenthood Mar Monte, Reputation LLC, Donordigital, and Ogilvy Public Relations, showcasing a strong track record in public relations and campaign management. Katie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from San Francisco State University.