Katharine Mathews
About Katharine Mathews
Katharine Mathews serves as the Senior Director of People Operations at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in human resources across various organizations, she emphasizes a people-centered approach to align individual and corporate goals.
Work at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals
Katharine Mathews has been serving as the Senior Director of People Operations at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals since 2022. In this role, she has implemented strategic business solutions that align with the company's corporate goals. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Human Resources Business Partner at Deciphera from 2019 to 2022, where she focused on enhancing employee engagement and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Katharine Mathews has extensive experience in human resources across various organizations. She worked at OvaScience as a Human Resources Manager from 2017 to 2018 and as a Human Resources Generalist from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she served as a Human Resources Business Partner at Kaleido Biosciences for 10 months in 2019. Her earlier roles include Human Resources Administrator at GMO from 2012 to 2014 and Human Resources Operations Contractor at Eze Software Group from 2015 to 2016.
International Relations Education
Katharine Mathews earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations from Wellesley College, where she studied from 2004 to 2008. This educational background has provided her with a strong foundation in understanding global dynamics and cultural contexts, which she applies in her professional roles.
Background in Nonprofit Sector
Before transitioning to human resources, Katharine Mathews worked in various capacities at Partners In Health in Haiti. She served as a Haiti Program Assistant focusing on Education, Social and Economic Rights from 2010 to 2012 and as a Haiti Oncology Program Coordinator for 9 months in 2012. These roles involved administrative support and coordination of health programs, contributing to her diverse skill set.
People-Centered Approach
Katharine Mathews emphasizes a people-centered approach in her work, focusing on building strong relationships across all levels of the business. She is committed to ensuring that both individual and corporate goals are achieved, reflecting her dedication to fostering a positive workplace culture.