Katy Dunlap

Katy Dunlap currently serves as a Sr. Category Manager for NA Foodservice at McCain Foods since October 2023. Previously, Katy held the position of Strategic Insights Manager at The Connell Group from October 2021 to October 2023, where responsibilities included executing strategic research projects and mentoring team members. Prior experience includes client development at The NPD Group, where Katy utilized data analysis to provide actionable insights and collaborated effectively with clients. Katy began a career in market research as an analyst at UIC Extended Campus and Gannett DESC, focusing on market demand and business development strategies. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Marketing and Business Analytics from the University of Illinois Chicago and two master's degrees in Cognitive and Social Psychology from Ball State University.