Kim Bates

Kim Bates has over a decade of diverse experience in administrative support, event organization, and creative endeavors. Currently serving as Production Technical Support at Austal USA since July 2013, Kim provides vital administrative assistance across multiple maritime departments, focusing on material acquisition, technical data analysis, and production metrics. As an author and illustrator for Gravel Road Whimsy Press since January 2021, Kim manages social media marketing to engage early reader audiences. Additionally, Kim owns and organizes two annual craft markets for Baldwin County Boss Babes, coordinating all aspects from vendor management to financial oversight. Previous roles include positions as a graphic designer at Panhandle Converter Recycling, a human resources assistant at Goldco, LLC, a front-end department manager at Office Depot, and a production manager at The Plot Shop. Kim has pursued education at Western Governors University, Troy University, and the University of South Alabama.