Kate Fitzgerald

Kate Fitzgerald is a Special Events Planner at The Morton Arboretum since April 2023, leveraging extensive experience in customer-focused roles within the retail and arts sectors. Prior to this position, Kate served as a Retail Store Manager at Starbucks from June 2017 to April 2023, demonstrating a commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences. Previous roles include Assistant Store Manager, Shift Supervisor, and Barista at Starbucks, along with Front of House Staff at The Goodman Theatre, where responsibilities included guest services and beverage preparation. As a Teaching Artist for Shakespeare Festival St. Louis, Kate taught and directed students in performance arts. Additional experience encompasses a Production Assistant role with duties in stage management and an Administrative Intern position at STAGES St. Louis involving marketing support. Kate Fitzgerald is currently pursuing a Certificate in Project Management from Elmhurst University, building on a robust educational background in acting and theatre from institutions such as Illinois Wesleyan University and the British American Drama Academy.