Katherine Thompson
About Katherine Thompson
Katherine Thompson is a Recruiting Coordinator at Transamerica, where she has worked since 2019. She holds a Master of Arts in Health Promotion and Fitness Management from the University of Northern Iowa and a Bachelor of Arts from Cornell College.
Work at Transamerica
Katherine Thompson has served as a Recruiting Coordinator at Transamerica since 2019. In this role, she develops and maintains relationships with candidates throughout the entire hiring process, ensuring a positive candidate experience. She is responsible for coordinating complex interview schedules that involve multiple stakeholders, including recruiters, hiring managers, and external agencies. Additionally, she ensures data integrity throughout the scheduling, assessment, and offer process.
Education and Expertise
Katherine Thompson holds a Master of Arts (M.A.) in Health Promotion and Fitness Management from the University of Northern Iowa, where she studied from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, she earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Kinesiology and Psychology from Cornell College, completing her studies from 2012 to 2016. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in health and fitness, which complements her professional roles.
Background
Before joining Transamerica, Katherine Thompson worked in various roles that contributed to her expertise in health and recruitment. She was a Health Educator at Health Solutions, LLC from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she served as a Fit Initiative Intern at Sanford Health for three months in 2017. Her experience also includes positions as an Assistant Manager and Health Coach at Profile by Sanford and as a Youth Sports Field Coordinator for the City of Cedar Rapids.
Coaching Experience
Katherine Thompson has been the Head Freshman Volleyball Coach at Cedar Rapids Community School District since 2018. She coaches at John F. Kennedy High School, where she has been involved in developing young athletes and promoting teamwork and sportsmanship. This role reflects her commitment to youth development and her passion for sports.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
Katherine has held various positions that have enhanced her skills in management and coaching. She worked as an Intramural Sports Graduate Assistant at the University of Northern Iowa from 2016 to 2017. In this role, she gained experience in organizing and managing sports activities. Her diverse background in health education, coaching, and recruitment has equipped her with a unique skill set applicable to her current role.