Katherine Trausch
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Elyse Lohrbach
From the day I met Katie, I recognized that hard-to-find special mix of heart, humor, and passion for her work. We collaborated on several projects while I was her colleague, including an incredible new education program focused on teaching elementary students Astronomy. She has a very logistical mind and often asked the questions we needed to ensure the design and execution of the program were both student and presenter-centered. This doesn't surprise me in hindsight as Katie is a servant leader - she does everything in her power to remove barriers and obstacles for her direct reports and program audiences. Later serving as her supervisor, I was incredibly lucky to have Katie lead up - she was my constant guide, helping me navigate the waters of the new-to-me department and had such patience and grace with me as I learned all the complex details of her program area. Her attention to detail was extremely clear; she managed a large team of educators, a fleet of vehicles, and one of the larger program budgets at COSI, and the evaluation and metrics of that program provided quantitative evidence of her success as a leader. This success didn't stop at her own program but continued to flow throughout the programs of her colleagues and the organization. Katie is a thoughtful member of any team and always willing to serve for the good of the group. If you have a complex program or initiative that has many moving parts and requires a team player and a lot of dedication and heart, Katie can tackle it. If our future professional paths were to cross again, I'd consider myself a very lucky person to work with her once more.
Jarod Smith
Katie is the leader everyone wishes they could report to. She maintains a level head in stressful situations while providing solid guidance and direction to her team. She blends action and direction with compassionate empathy in a way that can't be taught. Her ability to think critically, strategically and collaboratively make her a phenomenal trailblazer in the workforce.
Elyse Lohrbach
From the day I met Katie, I recognized that hard-to-find special mix of heart, humor, and passion for her work. We collaborated on several projects while I was her colleague, including an incredible new education program focused on teaching elementary students Astronomy. She has a very logistical mind and often asked the questions we needed to ensure the design and execution of the program were both student and presenter-centered. This doesn't surprise me in hindsight as Katie is a servant leader - she does everything in her power to remove barriers and obstacles for her direct reports and program audiences. Later serving as her supervisor, I was incredibly lucky to have Katie lead up - she was my constant guide, helping me navigate the waters of the new-to-me department and had such patience and grace with me as I learned all the complex details of her program area. Her attention to detail was extremely clear; she managed a large team of educators, a fleet of vehicles, and one of the larger program budgets at COSI, and the evaluation and metrics of that program provided quantitative evidence of her success as a leader. This success didn't stop at her own program but continued to flow throughout the programs of her colleagues and the organization. Katie is a thoughtful member of any team and always willing to serve for the good of the group. If you have a complex program or initiative that has many moving parts and requires a team player and a lot of dedication and heart, Katie can tackle it. If our future professional paths were to cross again, I'd consider myself a very lucky person to work with her once more.
Jarod Smith
Katie is the leader everyone wishes they could report to. She maintains a level head in stressful situations while providing solid guidance and direction to her team. She blends action and direction with compassionate empathy in a way that can't be taught. Her ability to think critically, strategically and collaboratively make her a phenomenal trailblazer in the workforce.
Elyse Lohrbach
From the day I met Katie, I recognized that hard-to-find special mix of heart, humor, and passion for her work. We collaborated on several projects while I was her colleague, including an incredible new education program focused on teaching elementary students Astronomy. She has a very logistical mind and often asked the questions we needed to ensure the design and execution of the program were both student and presenter-centered. This doesn't surprise me in hindsight as Katie is a servant leader - she does everything in her power to remove barriers and obstacles for her direct reports and program audiences. Later serving as her supervisor, I was incredibly lucky to have Katie lead up - she was my constant guide, helping me navigate the waters of the new-to-me department and had such patience and grace with me as I learned all the complex details of her program area. Her attention to detail was extremely clear; she managed a large team of educators, a fleet of vehicles, and one of the larger program budgets at COSI, and the evaluation and metrics of that program provided quantitative evidence of her success as a leader. This success didn't stop at her own program but continued to flow throughout the programs of her colleagues and the organization. Katie is a thoughtful member of any team and always willing to serve for the good of the group. If you have a complex program or initiative that has many moving parts and requires a team player and a lot of dedication and heart, Katie can tackle it. If our future professional paths were to cross again, I'd consider myself a very lucky person to work with her once more.
Jarod Smith
Katie is the leader everyone wishes they could report to. She maintains a level head in stressful situations while providing solid guidance and direction to her team. She blends action and direction with compassionate empathy in a way that can't be taught. Her ability to think critically, strategically and collaboratively make her a phenomenal trailblazer in the workforce.
Elyse Lohrbach
From the day I met Katie, I recognized that hard-to-find special mix of heart, humor, and passion for her work. We collaborated on several projects while I was her colleague, including an incredible new education program focused on teaching elementary students Astronomy. She has a very logistical mind and often asked the questions we needed to ensure the design and execution of the program were both student and presenter-centered. This doesn't surprise me in hindsight as Katie is a servant leader - she does everything in her power to remove barriers and obstacles for her direct reports and program audiences. Later serving as her supervisor, I was incredibly lucky to have Katie lead up - she was my constant guide, helping me navigate the waters of the new-to-me department and had such patience and grace with me as I learned all the complex details of her program area. Her attention to detail was extremely clear; she managed a large team of educators, a fleet of vehicles, and one of the larger program budgets at COSI, and the evaluation and metrics of that program provided quantitative evidence of her success as a leader. This success didn't stop at her own program but continued to flow throughout the programs of her colleagues and the organization. Katie is a thoughtful member of any team and always willing to serve for the good of the group. If you have a complex program or initiative that has many moving parts and requires a team player and a lot of dedication and heart, Katie can tackle it. If our future professional paths were to cross again, I'd consider myself a very lucky person to work with her once more.
Jarod Smith
Katie is the leader everyone wishes they could report to. She maintains a level head in stressful situations while providing solid guidance and direction to her team. She blends action and direction with compassionate empathy in a way that can't be taught. Her ability to think critically, strategically and collaboratively make her a phenomenal trailblazer in the workforce.
Experience
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Modesto Children's Museum
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United States
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Museums
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Operations
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Jul 2023 - Present
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OhioPHP
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United States
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Wellness and Fitness Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Manager
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Oct 2021 - Jun 2023
In collaboration with the Executive Director, Katie initiates, plans, executes, and monitors the delivery of organizational projects and program development, ensuring that specified goals and success criteria are met. This includes the development of new safe haven programs and wellness services, as well as continued implementation of existing programs with Ohio’s healthcare boards. In collaboration with the Executive Director, Katie initiates, plans, executes, and monitors the delivery of organizational projects and program development, ensuring that specified goals and success criteria are met. This includes the development of new safe haven programs and wellness services, as well as continued implementation of existing programs with Ohio’s healthcare boards.
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IMPACT Community Action
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager of Support Team and Special Projects
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Jan 2021 - Sep 2021
o Managed a team of 5 specialists whose roles directly support the case management of participants in IMPACT’s youth workforce development programs o Planned outreach, recruitment and engagement efforts, building a network of referral sources and implementing systems to track new applications o Supervised intake and compliance while overseeing quality assurance systems to ensure all data and case information is securely stored and entered properly into digital case management system o Monitored performance and monthly budget reports, ensuring appropriate allocation of grant funding o Performed worksite visits, evaluated value of work experiences, and monitored participant work hours and payroll o Provided administrative leadership for specialist team including approving timesheets, facilitating weekly team meetings, and performing quarterly performance reviews. Show less
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COSI - Center of Science and Industry
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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100 - 200 Employee
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Manager of Outreach Education Programs
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Oct 2017 - Jan 2021
o Managed of one of the largest museum outreach programs in the country, COSI on Wheels, reaching an average of 250,000 students per year with over 600 annual programs and a revenue of $600,000 o Oversaw program administration and customer service including processing program reservations, invoicing, monitoring customer satisfaction and evaluation, and staff travel expenses o Developed and tested new outreach program content including large stage shows and hands-on activities aligning with national science standards to complement required school curriculum o Supervised a team of 12 full-time staff including administration, training, and professional development o Created and managed annual budget and managed grant/sponsorship funding alongside Development Team o Worked cross-departmentally to organize programs, resources, schedules, budgets, staffing, and communications to ensure a high-functioning and strategically successful outreach program o Managed operations and logistics of vehicle fleet (including straight trucks and their specific requirements), supply ordering and inventory Show less
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COSI - Center of Science and Industry
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United States
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Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
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100 - 200 Employee
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Manager of Education Initiatives
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Jul 2016 - Nov 2016
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Interactive Videoconferencing Specialist
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Jun 2014 - Jul 2016
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Educator
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Aug 2011 - Jun 2014
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Starbucks
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Shift Supervisor
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Sep 2009 - Aug 2011
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Education
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2005 - 2009
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Strategic Communication
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