Katie Pennington

Katie Pennington is an accomplished Software Project Manager and nCino/Salesforce Administrator at VeraBank since June 2021. Previously, Katie served as Client Success Partner at Degree Analytics, focusing on scalable solutions for universities, and worked as an Educator at Houston ISD, contributing to significant improvements in student achievement ratings. Teaching fourth-grade writing at KIPP Houston Public Schools, Katie developed curriculum and achieved notable student performance, with students scoring the highest in KIPP Texas on the Writing STAAR Assessment. Early career experiences include roles at Southwest Airlines as a Senior Representative & Training Editor, where Katie improved communication efficiency, and as a Community Affairs and Grassroots Intern, producing company-wide newscasts and engaging employees in advocacy efforts. Educationally, Katie holds a Bachelor of Arts in International/Global Studies from Texas A&M University and a Master of Education from Relay Graduate School of Education.