Katherine Simpson
About Katherine Simpson
Katherine Simpson is the Chief of Staff, Office of the President and Chief Operating Officer at Talkdesk, with extensive experience in cloud and network security industries.
Title and Role at Talkdesk
Katherine Simpson currently serves as the Chief of Staff, Office of the President and Chief Operating Officer at Talkdesk. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing strategic initiatives and supporting executive leadership to achieve organizational goals. Her expertise in executive communications, planning, and management is instrumental in driving the company's operations and fostering relationships across the organization.
Work Experience at IronNet Cybersecurity
From 2019 to 2022, Katherine Simpson worked as the Chief of Staff at IronNet Cybersecurity in the Raleigh, North Carolina area. During her tenure, she played a key role in supporting the company's executive leadership in achieving strategic objectives. Her work at IronNet Cybersecurity involved leveraging her skills in corporate events, budgeting, and marketing to enhance the company's operational efficiency.
Previous Roles at Duo Security and Zscaler
Before joining IronNet Cybersecurity, Katherine Simpson held the position of Chief of Staff, Office of the President and Chief Operating Officer at Duo Security from 2018 to 2019. During this period, she was a key player in the acquisition transaction of Duo Security by Cisco for over $2 billion. Prior to her role at Duo Security, she worked at Zscaler from 2015 to 2018 in the Strategic Programs, Office of the Chief Operating Officer, contributing to Zscaler's top IPO of 2018.
Early Career at Hewlett-Packard and King Street Capital Management
Katherine Simpson's early career includes roles at Hewlett-Packard and King Street Capital Management. From 2012 to 2015, she served as the Executive Assistant Office of the Vice President and General Manager of Software at Hewlett-Packard. Prior to that, she was the Executive and Personal Assistant to the Founder and Managing Member at King Street Capital Management from 2008 to 2012 in the Greater New York City area. These roles provided her with foundational experience in executive support and corporate management.
Educational Background
Katherine Simpson graduated from East Carolina University with a Bachelor's Degree in Communication and Media Studies. Her academic background laid the groundwork for her career in executive leadership and strategic management, providing her with essential communication skills and media knowledge that have been pivotal in her various roles across multiple industries.