Katie Guiney
About Katie Guiney
Katie Guiney is an Executive Search Coordinator currently working at Anaplan in the San Francisco Bay Area. She has a diverse background in recruitment and coordination, having previously held positions at companies such as Pantheon Platform, Scribd, and Creative Circle.
Current Role at Anaplan
Katie Guiney serves as the Executive Search Coordinator at Anaplan, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for coordinating executive search activities, utilizing her skills in communication and project management. Her experience in this capacity is enhanced by her background in recruitment and operations, allowing her to effectively contribute to the company's hiring processes.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Katie Guiney has extensive experience in recruitment and coordination roles. She worked as the Lead Recruiting Coordinator at Scribd from 2018 to 2019 and at Pantheon Platform from 2019 to 2022. In these positions, she developed her skills in managing recruitment processes and supporting hiring initiatives. Additionally, her role at Creative Circle as Operations and Recruitment Coordinator further solidified her expertise in the recruitment field.
Background in the Alcohol Industry
Before transitioning to the tech industry, Katie Guiney worked in various roles within the alcohol industry. She served as a Tasting Room General Manager at Maritime Wine Trading Collective and as a Wine Specialist/Manager at BevMo! Her experience in these positions included customer service and operational management, which contributed to her skill set in coordination and event execution.
Education and Certifications
Katie Guiney earned her Bachelor's Degree in English Literature from the University of California, Santa Cruz, where she studied from 2002 to 2004. Additionally, she pursued certifications in wine studies, achieving Level 1 Certification from the Court of Master Sommeliers in 2012 and Level 2 Certification from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust in 2013. These educational pursuits reflect her commitment to continuous learning.
Interests and Advocacy
Katie Guiney advocates for the importance of communication and humor in professional settings. She enjoys participating in trivia nights, which highlights her passion for knowledge and learning. Her interest in well-executed events aligns with her current role in executive search coordination, where attention to detail is essential.