Katherine Starer

Katherine (Katie) Starer is an experienced professional with diverse expertise in product operations, customer experience, and event management. Currently serving as the Product Operations Manager at Niantic, Inc., Katherine contributes to the strategic planning and daily operations of the Pokémon GO Operations and Support teams. As a Cosplay Contest Director for LeftField Media since 2019, Katherine has directed high-profile contests at major conventions. Previous roles include Member Operations Manager at MIRROR, Product Manager at Amino Apps, and various positions at UNIQLO where Katherine played a critical role in store management and operations. Katherine holds a degree in East Asian Literature and Language from Smith College and has studied at Doshisha University in Japan.