Katie Strain
About Katie Strain
Katie Strain serves as the Head of Workplace & Workplace Technology at Modern Treasury, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in facilities management and real estate, she has held various roles in notable companies including YapStone, Marin Software, and Samsara, and has a strong educational foundation in journalism and molecular biology.
Current Role at Modern Treasury
Katie Strain serves as the Head of Workplace & Workplace Technology at Modern Treasury, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing workplace operations and integrating technology to enhance workplace efficiency. Her leadership focuses on creating an effective work environment that supports the company's goals and objectives.
Previous Experience in Facilities Management
Katie Strain has extensive experience in facilities management, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She was the Facilities Manager at YapStone from 2014 to 2015, where she managed facility operations. Additionally, she served as the Sr. Manager of Global Real Estate & Facilities at Marin Software from 2016 to 2018 and as Sr. Manager of Real Estate, Facilities, and Workplace at Samsara, Inc from 2018 to 2022.
Educational Background
Katie Strain studied at the University of Colorado Boulder, where she earned a degree in Molecular Biology from 2000 to 2004. She later attended San Francisco State University, achieving a degree in Journalism from 2004 to 2007. Her educational background provides a diverse foundation that supports her professional endeavors.
Expertise in Real Estate and Workplace Sectors
Katie Strain has developed expertise in organizing complex moves and meeting financial goals within the real estate and workplace sectors. She is proficient in contract negotiation and securing assets, which contributes to the development of high-quality, cost-effective programs. Her strong communication skills enable her to manage multiple tasks effectively in fast-paced environments.
Early Career and Internships
Katie Strain began her career with an internship as a Lab Technician at NASA Ames Research Center from 2001 to 2003. She then worked at FormFactor, Inc in various roles, including Site Services Manager and Sr. Admin Specialist, from 2004 to 2014. These early experiences laid the groundwork for her future roles in facilities and workplace management.