Katie Weissman
About Katie Weissman
Katie Weissman serves as the Senior Director of People Experience at The Orchard, where she has worked since 2021. With a background in human resources and a degree in Marketing and Sport Management from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, she has significantly contributed to enhancing employee engagement and implementing innovative talent acquisition strategies.
Current Role at The Orchard
Katie Weissman serves as the Senior Director of People Experience at The Orchard, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she has focused on developing and implementing strategies to enhance employee engagement and retention. Weissman has played a key role in shaping the People Experience strategy, particularly in adapting HR practices to support remote and hybrid work environments.
Previous Experience at The Orchard
Prior to her current role, Katie Weissman held multiple positions at The Orchard. She served as Director of Human Resources from 2018 to 2021 and as Associate Director of Human Resources from 2016 to 2018. Weissman began her tenure at The Orchard as a Technical Recruiter from 2013 to 2016. Throughout her time at the company, she implemented innovative talent acquisition strategies aimed at attracting diverse candidates.
Education and Academic Background
Katie Weissman earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing and Sport Management from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst, Isenberg School of Management, from 2006 to 2010. She also studied at Universitat Pompeu Fabra, further enhancing her academic credentials.
Industry Involvement and Expertise
Katie Weissman actively participates in industry panels and discussions related to human resources and people management. Her expertise in HR practices and employee experience has positioned her as a knowledgeable voice in the field, contributing to the advancement of HR strategies within her organization and the industry.
Early Career Experience
Before joining The Orchard, Katie Weissman worked at Solomon Page Group as a Technical Recruiter from 2011 to 2013. She also gained experience in advertising sales at University Sports Publications for a brief period in 2010. These roles provided her with foundational skills in recruitment and sales, which she later applied in her HR career.