Kathryn Bolt
About Kathryn Bolt
Kathryn Bolt is a Business Operations Assistant and Event Planner with extensive experience in project management and event logistics. She has worked in various roles, including as an Internal Project Manager at HP and Operations Manager of Residence Life at Anderson University.
Current Role at Poly
Kathryn Bolt serves as a Business Operations Assistant/Event Planner at Poly, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she manages administrative logistics related to event planning, including contract signing and fee collection. Kathryn is responsible for handling internal purchasing and shipping of products globally, utilizing Oracle's iprocurement system. She focuses on maintaining effective vendor relationships through dynamic communication and collaboration, contributing to the overall efficiency of operations within the organization.
Previous Experience in Event Planning
Before her current role at Poly, Kathryn Bolt gained valuable experience in event planning and operations. She worked as a Field Organizer for Ginny Deerin for Mayor in 2015, where she coordinated efforts in Charleston, SC. Additionally, she interned as a Curriculum Intern Volunteer at NewSpring Church from 2012 to 2016, where she contributed to various projects. Her experience includes managing administrative logistics and coordinating with teams to develop project plans for prioritized initiatives.
Educational Background
Kathryn Bolt has a diverse educational background. She studied at Anderson University (SC) for one year, achieving a degree in Communication and Media Studies from 2011 to 2012. She then attended the College of Charleston, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Organizational Communication from 2012 to 2015. Currently, she is pursuing a Master's degree in Clinical/Medical Social Work at Metropolitan State University of Denver, expected to complete in 2024.
Work History and Skills
Kathryn Bolt has held various positions that have equipped her with a range of skills. She worked as Operations Manager of Residence Life at Anderson University from 2017 to 2019, where she helped manage million-dollar budgets across departments. Her experience also includes a role as a Social Media Intern at the Center for Women in 2015 and as a Barista at Starbucks from 2015 to 2016. Throughout her career, she has developed and maintained a customer database using Salesforce, showcasing her proficiency in administrative and operational tasks.