Katie Paxson Flynn
About Katie Paxson Flynn
Katie Paxson Flynn serves as the Director of Product Marketing at ThoughtSpot, having previously held similar roles at Mode and Andela. With a background in social work and a degree in Human Development and Education from Cornell University, she has developed a diverse skill set that includes market research and sales enablement.
Current Role at ThoughtSpot
Katie Paxson Flynn serves as the Director of Product Marketing at ThoughtSpot, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for developing and launching product offerings, as well as engaging in market research to inform product marketing strategies. Her focus includes sales enablement, which is integral to her responsibilities in product marketing. This role builds on her extensive experience in the field and showcases her ability to adapt and thrive in a technology-driven environment.
Previous Experience at Mode
Prior to her current position at ThoughtSpot, Katie worked at Mode, where she held several roles including Director of Product Marketing and Senior Product Marketing Manager. She joined Mode in 2020 as a Product Marketing Manager and transitioned to Senior Product Marketing Manager in 2021. During her time at Mode, she contributed to product marketing strategies and initiatives that supported the company's growth in the data analytics sector.
Career at Andela
Katie's career at Andela spanned several roles from 2016 to 2020. She began as a Marketing Business Development Manager, then progressed to Client Engagement & Growth Manager, and finally served as Product Marketing Manager. In these positions, she focused on client engagement and growth strategies, which contributed to Andela's mission of connecting talent with opportunities in the tech industry. Her experience at Andela laid a strong foundation for her subsequent roles in product marketing.
Educational Background
Katie Paxson Flynn studied at Cornell University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development and Education. Additionally, she attended Instituto Internacional in Madrid, Spain, for 11 months in 2010. Her educational background reflects a commitment to understanding human behavior and development, which has informed her approach to product marketing and client engagement throughout her career.
Transition from Social Work to Technology
Katie transitioned from a career in social work to the technology sector, demonstrating her adaptability and diverse skill set. She worked as a Sociotherapist in Therapeutic Foster Care at SCO Family of Services from 2011 to 2012 before moving into the technology field. This shift highlights her ability to leverage her background in human development to inform her work in product marketing and client engagement.