Kate Burns

Kate Burns has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Kate currently holds the position of Chief Operating Officer at Leading Authorities, Inc., a role they began in February 2021. Prior to that, they served as the Senior Vice President of Marketing and Chief Experience Officer at the same company, where they were responsible for building and growing their three business lines, leading the strategic marketing plan, and developing the marketing team's capabilities. Kate also has experience as the Vice President of Marketing and Creative Services at a talent agency and event design firm, where they directed a team and implemented successful marketing strategies. Kate has also held roles such as Creative Director at the same firm and was responsible for managing the company's materials and facilitating event design workshops with clients. Earlier in their career, Kate was the Senior Director of Marketing and Communications at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, where they implemented strategies to increase membership and directed a team of professionals. Kate also worked at Citadel Broadcasting as the Music Director and Marketing Director, and at Clear Channel Communications as the Marketing and Promotions Director.

Kate Burns earned their B.A. in Advertising and English Writing from Concordia College, where they attended from 1994 to 1998. In 2005, they attended the Institute for Organization Management for a period of three years. In 2008, they completed the Experience Economy Certification and became a Certified Expert.