Katie Franks

Katie (Jurgens) Franks is an experienced development and fundraising professional currently serving as the Manager of Leadership Giving at Carle Health since May 2023. Previously, Katie held the position of Director of Development at Children's Home Association of Illinois from January to May 2023 and worked as the Assistant Development Director at EP!C from July 2021 to December 2022. Katie's career began in the hospitality industry, with roles as Sales Manager at Holiday Inn & Suites Grand Prairie and Catering Manager at both Embassy Suites East Peoria Hotel and Conference Center and Embassy Suites Des Moines - On the River. Notably, Katie contributed to community engagement and fundraising efforts for organizations such as Wildlife Prairie Park through events and initiatives during a tenure at Kress Corporation. Academic credentials include a degree from Western Illinois University, complemented by a high school diploma from Monmouth High School.