Katie began working at the Wyoming State Geological Survey (WSGS) in February of 2024 as a GIS coordinator and map editor. In her role at the WSGS, Katie supports staff in their mapping and geospatial database publication efforts. She is responsible for creating and maintaining cartographic and GIS templates and procedures, ensuring WSGS spatial data complies with federal data standards. She also manages the interactive Geologic and Topographic Map Index of Wyoming and serves on the WSGS Web Team. Katie enjoys Husker sports, reading, gardening, composting, and anything she can do outdoors with her Aussie dog Alta—paddleboarding, hiking, running, and cross country skiing.

Katie has a B.S. and M.S. in Human Dimensions of Natural Resources from Colorado State University.