Katie joined the Lighthouse team in 2018 as a Financial Services Specialist. Working initially with Business Solutions clients, Katie’s positivity and attention to detail built trusted relationships with her clients. She then expanded her role to an Accounting & HR Specialist, working with both Business and Parish clients to provide the day to day tactical aspects of accounting, human resources and operational support.
Building on her exceptional service and knowledge related to human resources and payroll, Katie became the Director of Payroll and Benefits in the fall of 2023. In this expanded role, she oversees all payroll and benefit related systems, new client payroll onboarding and directly supports payroll related initiatives for all Lighthouse clients.
Katie is a graduate from Dakota County Technical College with an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Marketing Communications and Accounting, as well as an Associate’s degree in Business Administration.
Katie is driven to build positive working relationships while conducting her role parallel to the standards and mission of Lighthouse Strategic Solutions.