Kate Neilson
Kate Neilson brings over 20 years of marketing experience across a diverse range of industries, including CPG, manufacturing, engineering, professional services, and biotech. As the Senior Director of Operations for Marketri, Kate is the driving force behind operational excellence and strategic execution. She holds a Bachelor’s of Business Administration from Saginaw Valley State University and is a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
Throughout her career, Kate has performed nearly every function within a marketing department, giving her a deep understanding of the value and effort involved in strategic planning, campaign execution, branding initiatives, and digital lead generation.
Her passion for process and team development enhances her effectiveness as an operational leader. Kate excels at activities from a high level, prioritizing tasks, and establishing repeatable processes for exceptional results.
Colleagues describe Kate as communicative, versatile, logical, empathetic, and steady. Growing up on a family-owned dairy farm, she learned the importance of teamwork, vigilance, and accountability—values that continue to shape her leadership style.
Outside of her professional life, Kate loves to travel the world with her husband, exploring new cultures and learning new languages. She enjoys reading historical fiction, hiking, mountain biking, dancing, practicing yoga, listening to podcasts, and playing guitar. Her multifaceted interests reflect her zest for life and continuous learning.
