Katharine Hebenstreit

Katharine Hebenstreit is an accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in strategic partnerships and business development. Currently serving as Vice President of Strategic Partnerships & eCommerce Products at Discover Financial Services since September 2018, Katharine has previously held senior roles at the company, including Sr. Director and Director of Corporate Development, Strategy and Ventures. Prior to Discover, Katharine was President & Chief Operating Officer at Link Capital, a financial services firm focused on innovative student loan refinancing solutions. Earlier in the career, positions included Investor Associate and Associate in Financial Institutions Investment Banking at J.P. Morgan, as well as Senior Manager and Manager at American Express. Katharine Hebenstreit holds a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Harvard University and an MBA with a focus on Finance and Strategic Management from The Wharton School.