Kathryn Belcher

Kathryn Belcher is a professional with a diverse background in industrial engineering and continuous improvement, currently self-employed as a Mom and Family Agile Manager. She has extensive experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) manufacturing sector, where she has held various roles focused on operational excellence and Lean methodologies.

Professional Experience

• Self-Employed (Jun 2015 - Dec 2021): In her role as a Mom and Family Agile Manager, Kathryn managed family dynamics while applying Agile principles to enhance family interactions and efficiency.
• Continuous Improvement Specialist at Dot's Pretzels (Dec 2021 - Feb 2022): She worked on improving processes within the organization.
• Lead Continuous Improvement Consultant at ZeroChaos (Nov 2014 - Jun 2015): Here, she focused on strategic consulting for Nestle Purina, emphasizing compliance and leadership development.
• Various Roles at Nestlé Purina North America (2009 - 2013): Kathryn held multiple positions, including Operations Performance Manager and NCE Generalist, where she led training and coaching initiatives to align business processes with strategic objectives.

Education

• Lehigh University: Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering (2005 - 2009).
• iPEC Coaching: Certified Professional Coach (2022).

Skills and Interests

Kathryn is passionate about teaching, coaching, and facilitating growth within individuals and teams. Her skills include systems thinking, low intervention learning, and creating environments that promote discovery and improvement. She is known for her engaging personality, often using humor to foster connections.

Kathryn's approach combines her professional expertise with her personal experiences as a mother, demonstrating a unique blend of family management and professional development.