Katie Kurtela is a seasoned HR professional with a passion for identifying and connecting top talent with the right opportunities. Over the years, she has gained extensive experience in HR, Talent Acquisition, and University Relations, which has enabled her to streamline her talent recruitment process and become a world-class recruiter.

Katie studied at Notre Dame High School before moving on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Redlands. Her career graph is impressive, having served in different capacities at several reputable organizations. She worked as a Full-Cycle Recruiter, IES at Facebook, where she focused on attracting interns and new college graduates to the company. At Palantir Technologies, she served as a College Recruiting Lead, University Recruiter, and, later, at LinkedIn and Electronic Arts as a Campus Recruiter and Talent Acquisition Specialist and a University Relations Specialist, respectively. Katie is an all-around expert in hiring and sourcing diverse candidates for different roles.

Katie's passion for people and her profession goes beyond the recruitment process. She loves to travel, read, and spend time with friends. A fitness enthusiast, she loves to run and practice bikram yoga. Being a food lover, Katie enjoys trying out new dishes, and her love for sriracha is unmatched.