Katie Straight

Katie Straight is a seasoned professional in international development and communication, currently serving as the Director of Business Development and Client Success at CIMA Consulting.

Here are some key points about her background and experience:

• Education: Katie holds a degree in International Education Policy from Harvard University Graduate School of Education and a BA in History from the University of Virginia.2
• Professional Experience: She has held various roles, including Lecturer at the University of Virginia Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, Consultant at CIMA Consulting, Director of Content and International Partnerships at Jobs for Life, HOPE Liaison for the Caribbean Region at HOPE International, Human Rights Education Intern at Teachers Without Borders, and Development Specialist at Piedmont Environmental Council.2
• Skills and Expertise: Katie is skilled in project design and management, product development and marketing, content creation, monitoring and evaluation, international education, adult learning, donor relations, grant writing, development, cross-cultural communications, public relations, and strategic planning. She is also a skilled communicator with experience in international partnerships, strategic growth, and public relations.
• Current Role: As Director of Business Development and Client Success at CIMA Consulting, Katie is involved in driving business growth and ensuring client satisfaction. She also serves as an adjunct lecturer of global development policy.12

Her focus has consistently been on empowering marginalized communities, increasing access to education and employment, and promoting economic development.