Katie O’Connor

Katie O’Connor is an experienced marketing professional currently serving as Associate Manager of Consumer Connections for Maker’s Mark and Basil Hayden at Suntory Global Spirits since April 2023. Previous roles include Associate Media Manager for Small Batch Bourbon and various positions at Starcom from May 2019 to April 2023, where Katie advanced from Media Associate to Supervisor. Additional experience includes public relations consulting for the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council, effective social media campaigns during a marketing internship at Weyco Group, and finance and accounting internships at Wisconsin Athletic Club. Early experience as a Guest Relations Photo Specialist at MillerCoors contributed to revenue growth through enhanced guest engagement. Katie holds a degree in Integrated Marketing Communications from the University of Mississippi.