Katie Garlock
About Katie Garlock
Katie Garlock is a Senior Communications Manager with extensive experience in strategic communication and marketing. She has held various roles in notable organizations, including the American Red Cross and Kelly, and currently works at Emburse, where she focuses on enhancing business performance through effective communication strategies.
Current Role at Emburse
Katie Garlock serves as the Senior Communications Manager at Emburse, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing and implementing communication strategies that enhance business performance. Her responsibilities include aligning communication efforts with organizational goals and ensuring effective messaging across various platforms.
Previous Experience in Communications and Marketing
Prior to her current role, Katie worked at the American Red Cross as Senior Associate, Employer Brand from 2018 to 2020. She contributed to the organization's branding efforts during her two years at the National Headquarters. Following that, she served as Marketing Manager, Talent Insights & Experience at Kelly from 2020 to 2022, where she aligned marketing initiatives with business objectives. Additionally, she was Communications Manager at People Inc. from 2014 to 2018, focusing on communication strategies in Buffalo, New York.
Educational Background
Katie Garlock holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Integrated Marketing Communications from St. Bonaventure University, which she completed in 2010. She also studied International Business and Marketing at the Beijing Institute of Technology in 2010. Earlier, she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Journalism from the University of Mississippi, graduating in 2009.
Career Progression
Katie's career began at Carr Marketing Communications, where she worked as an Account Executive and Account Coordinator from 2010 to 2012. She then transitioned to Roswell Park Cancer Institute as Senior Communications Coordinator from 2012 to 2014. Her diverse experiences in various communication and marketing roles have equipped her with a strong skill set in strategic thinking and writing.