Kate Mills
About Kate Mills
Kate Mills serves as the Director of Trade Compliance at Beehive Industries, a position she has held since 2023. She has a strong background in regulatory compliance, particularly in the aerospace and defense sectors, and holds a Bachelor of Arts from Penn State University and a Master of Science from Mercyhurst University.
Current Role at Beehive Industries
Kate Mills serves as the Director of Trade Compliance at Beehive Industries, a position she has held since 2023. Located in the Denver Metropolitan Area, she oversees compliance with trade regulations and ensures adherence to federal laws. Her role involves managing trade compliance strategies and implementing best practices within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Kate Mills holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History and English from Penn State University. She furthered her education by earning a Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Intelligence from Mercyhurst University. Her academic background supports her expertise in regulatory compliance, particularly within the aerospace and defense sectors.
Professional Background
Kate Mills has a diverse professional background with extensive experience in trade compliance and regulatory affairs. Before joining Beehive Industries, she worked at Boom Supersonic as Director of Trade Compliance from 2021 to 2023. Her career also includes roles at the University of Colorado Boulder, where she served as an Export Controls Analyst and Research Compliance Manager.
Skills and Specializations
Kate Mills possesses skills in federal contract management and project management. She has a strong background in operational and data security, having worked across various industries, including academia and startups. Her expertise extends to competitive and national security analysis, enhancing her capabilities in trade compliance.
Previous Experience in Aerospace and Defense
Kate Mills has significant experience in the aerospace and defense sectors. She worked at Sierra Nevada Corporation as an International Trade Compliance Analyst and later as a Data Scientist and Business Development Analyst. Her roles in these organizations contributed to her extensive knowledge of regulatory compliance and trade regulations.