Katie Leone
About Katie Leone
Katie Leone is a Senior User Interface & Instructional Designer and Project Manager at Harvard Business School, where she has worked since 2001. She holds a Master's degree in Environmental Management and Sustainability from Harvard University and has a background in graphic design.
Current Role at Harvard Business School
Katie Leone has held the position of Senior User Interface & Instructional Designer / Project Manager at Harvard Business School since 2001. In this role, she focuses on creating effective user interfaces and instructional materials that enhance the learning experience for students and faculty. Her tenure at Harvard Business School spans over 23 years, during which she has contributed to various projects aimed at improving educational technology and instructional design.
Previous Experience in Graphic Design
Before her current role, Katie Leone worked as a Graphic Design Assistant at Fitchburg State University from 1996 to 1999. In this position, she contributed to the Fitchburg State College Press, gaining valuable experience in graphic design. Additionally, she completed an internship as a Graphic Design Intern at FableVision Learning in 2000, where she further developed her design skills over an 11-month period.
Educational Background
Katie Leone studied at Fitchburg State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications/Media from 1996 to 2000. She later pursued a Master's degree in Environmental Management and Sustainability at Harvard University, completing her studies from 2006 to 2013. This educational background has equipped her with a strong foundation in both communication and sustainability.
Contributions to Environmental Sustainability
Katie Leone has been actively involved in promoting environmental sustainability at Harvard Business School. She served on the HBS Green Team, focusing on behavior change, educational initiatives, and events that encourage sustainable practices. Her efforts in this area were recognized when she received the 2010 Harvard Green Carpet Award for her contributions to environmental sustainability.
Leadership in Sustainability Initiatives
In addition to her work on the HBS Green Team, Katie Leone served as a representative to the University-wide Green Team Leaders group. In this capacity, she collaborated with other leaders to advance sustainability initiatives across the university, demonstrating her commitment to fostering environmentally responsible practices within the academic community.