Catherine (Katie) Turcotte
About Catherine (Katie) Turcotte
Catherine (Katie) Turcotte is the Vice President of Strategy and User Experience at Arke, where she has worked since 2022. She has held various leadership roles in design and strategy across multiple companies, including Macquarium, Emergint, and Definition 6, and has a background in digital communication and advertising.
Current Role at Arke
Catherine Turcotte serves as the Vice President of Strategy and User Experience at Arke, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing strategic initiatives that enhance user experience and drive business objectives. Her leadership contributes to the overall direction of the company in Atlanta, Georgia.
Previous Experience at Arke
Before her current role, Catherine worked at Arke as an Experience Design Consultant for four months in 2021. This position allowed her to apply her expertise in user experience design to various projects, contributing to the company's design strategies.
Professional Background
Catherine has a diverse professional background in creative and design roles. She worked as a Creative Director at Macquarium from 2016 to 2017 and held the position of VP, Experience Design at Emergint from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, she has experience in advertising and branding, having served as Sr. Interactive Art Director at Schifino Lee Advertising + Branding from 2005 to 2009.
Education and Qualifications
Catherine earned her Bachelor's degree in Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia from the International Academy of Design, where she studied from 2001 to 2003. Prior to that, she attended the University of South Florida, focusing on Advertising from 1997 to 1999. Her educational background supports her extensive career in design and user experience.
Early Career Experience
Catherine's early career included unique roles such as an Animal Trainer and Aerialist at Feld Entertainment from 1999 to 2001. This diverse experience laid the groundwork for her later work in creative and design fields, showcasing her adaptability and range of skills.