Katie Smith is a highly accomplished professional with extensive experience in the sustainable development and climate change sector. Her impressive educational background includes a Master of Science (MSc) Leadership for Sustainable Development, First Class Honours at Queen's University Belfast and a degree in Natural Science with Neuroscience Moderatorship, Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1) at Trinity College, Dublin.

Over the years, Katie has held numerous leadership positions, including Operations Lead at ChangeX and Executive Assistant to the President at Mary Robinson Foundation - Climate Justice. She also served as Administration and Communications Assistant at Mary Robinson Foundation - Climate Justice and a Fulfilment Manager at Web Summit. Her professional experience also includes working as a Client Relationships Associate at Web Summit, Sustainable transport Intern at IKEA Group, Food waste opportunities researcher at Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute, Climate Change Act Coordinator at Friends of the Earth, Voluntary English Teacher at the Indian Network for Development Exchange (IDEX), Retail Assistant at Coast, and Researcher at Ronan Smith Independent Consulting Limited.

Katie's professional achievements are a testament to her outstanding expertise, skills, and interests in climate change, sustainability, and sustainable development. She is a highly sought-after leader in her field, with a reputation for delivering outstanding results and leading high-performing teams. As a lifelong learner, she is always seeking new and innovative ways to improve her knowledge and skills in her chosen field.