Kathy ‘kp’ Papadimitriou

Kathy 'KP' Papadimitriou is the CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston, a position she has held since May 2017.1 She is a seasoned professional with a diverse background in operations, experiential marketing, leadership, M&A integration, and team building.1

Career Highlights

Papadimitriou's career has been driven by two major passions: helping people and finding solutions.1 She has a proven track record of:

• Inspiring employee and client loyalty through multiple M&A processes
• Building high-performance teams that excel in delivering results
• Navigating pre- and post-M&A challenges while maintaining focus on client requirements and team creativity
• Developing strong client relationships that extend beyond the event cycle

Professional Experience

Before her current role, Papadimitriou's career included:

• Executive Director & Owner of Pies, Cakes & S'More, LLC (May 2014 - Present)
• Interim Director of Alumnae Relations & Annual Giving at Sweet Briar College (September 2015 - August 2016)
• President of Safaris, Inc. (1984 - 1995)

Education

Papadimitriou's educational background includes:

• BA in History from Sweet Briar College (1980 - 1984)
• Foreign Exchange Scholar in European History at the University of St. Andrews (1982 - 1983)

Personal Background

Kathy 'KP' Papadimitriou grew up in Charleston, South Carolina.2 She has over 30 years of experience in the Hospitality and Live Event Industry before taking on her current role at Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston.2

Current Role

As CEO of Ronald McDonald House Charities of Charleston, Papadimitriou leads an organization that provides a 32-bedroom facility and family room at MUSC where families can stay while their children undergo extensive medical treatment.1 The charity aims to provide a normal life environment for children and their families during traumatic times, without the financial burden of costly hotel and travel expenses.1