Kate Southall

Kate Southall is an experienced professional with a diverse background in event management, marketing, and brand strategy. Currently serving as the Director of Event Experience and Partnerships at SHRM since June 2023, Southall has previously held roles such as Event Director at Bullpen Strategies and Senior Manager of Client Services at RedPeg Marketing, where responsibilities included managing complex event strategies for major national campaigns. Prior experience at The George Washington University involved directing athletics marketing, promotions, and fan engagement efforts across 27 varsity sports. Additionally, Southall's background includes work as a BI Consultant at Booz Allen Hamilton. Southall holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature and Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies from the University of Virginia.