Katie Nohe Franco

Katie Nohe Franco has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Katie currently serves as the Executive Director of Girl Develop It, where they have successfully executed a new strategic direction and implemented virtual classes. Katie has also spearheaded fundraising strategies and improved operational systems and staff support.

Previously, Katie held leadership roles at Best Buddies International, where they were the Vice President of Mission & Leadership, overseeing national programs and leading a national expansion effort. Katie also served as the Senior Director of State Development, managing multiple state offices, staff, and budgets.

Katie previously worked as the Principal at The Franco Group, a public affairs and community relations firm, providing strategic counsel to clients. Katie also served as the Senior Vice President of Regional Initiatives at Tampa Bay Partnership, where they directed key initiatives and managed budgets.

In their early career, Katie held roles at Best Buddies International as the Vice President of State Development, supervising multiple state offices and serving on national fundraising teams. Katie also served as a State Director, expanding programs and managing funds.

Katie Nohe Franco began their career as a Legislative Aide in the MD House of Delegates.

Katie Nohe Franco's education history includes a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies from the University of Vermont, which they obtained from 1993 to 1997. Katie also participated in a Study Abroad program in Zimbabwe at the School for International Training in 1996. Furthermore, Katie completed a Master's degree in Public Administration at the University of South Florida from 2005 to 2007.