Kate Schultz

Kate Schultz has a diverse work experience in the field of communications and journalism. Kate started their career as a Reporter (intern) at Daily Telegram in 2004. Following that, they worked as a Student reporter at 91.3 FM KUWS - Wisconsin Public Radio from September 2003 to September 2004, where they wrote and produced a variety of local and regional news stories. Kate covered significant events such as the decommissioning of a Coast Guard vessel and the 2004 visit of President George Bush to Duluth, Minn. Kate also produced a one-hour documentary on local housing conditions that aired on 91.3 FM KUWS.

In 2005, Kate joined Naperville Sun as a City government reporter and worked there until February 2008. During this time, they gained valuable experience in reporting on city government matters. Kate then transitioned to the City of Naperville, where they served as a Communications Specialist from March 2008 to August 2022. In this role, they played an essential role in internal and external communications within the organization.

Kate's dedication and experience led their to be promoted to Senior Communications Specialist at the City of Naperville in August 2022, a position they currently hold.

Kate Schultz attended Northwestern University from 2004 to 2005, where they earned a Master of Science degree in Journalism. Prior to that, they studied at the University of Wisconsin-Superior from 2000 to 2004 and obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Mass Communications/Political Science (American Political Studies). Kate's education before college was at Lakeland Union High School, but no specific details about degrees or fields of study were provided.