Katherine Pennington
Children’s Hunger Fund
Colleyville
6
years of professional experience
Communications professional with experience supporting executive leadership through research, analytical reporting, governance administration, and strategic communications. Skilled at synthesizing complex information, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and producing polished written materials. Seeking to leverage strong research, writing, and organizational abilities in a research, educational, or mission-driven environment.
Work History
Executive Assistant to the President
1 Year- Provide comprehensive executive support to the President, managing a complex calendar, coordinating priorities, and serving as a trusted partner in daily operations.
- Manage the planning and execution of Board governance activities, including agendas, board books, consent agendas, and minutes.
- Coordinate cross-functional organizational projects, tracking deliverables, managing timelines, and collaborating with department leaders to ensure successful execution.
- Prepare executive reports, presentations, correspondence, and briefing materials to support leadership decision-making.
- Serve as a liaison between executive leadership, Board members, donors, staff, and external stakeholder, ensuring clear and professional communication.
- Facilitated event logistics, communications, and administrative coordination for Board meetings, donor events, and organizational gatherings.
Executive Assistant, Operations
1 Year 9 Months- Managed executive scheduling, communications, and administrative operations, ensuring efficient coordination of priorities and stakeholder relationships.
- Produced monthly reporting and trend analyses to inform leadership decisions and monitor organizational performance.
- Assisted in the development of organizational policies, project coordination, and process improvements to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Partnered with executive leadership on strategic initiatives, providing administrative and project management support in a fast-paced environment.
Receptionist, Office of the President
7 Months- Provided comprehensive administrative support to the Office of the President, coordinating calendars, travel itineraries, meetings, and daily office operations.
- Served as the primary point of contact for visitors and callers, representing the organization with professionalism and discretion.
- Facilitated communication across departments and assisted multiple departments with special projects, managing logistics, documentation, and operational support to ensure timely completion.
Accounting Analyst
2 Years 4 Months- Administered municipally bonded development projects, overseeing legal reporting, compliance documentation, and fund management.
- Served as a primary point of contact for property owners, responding to inquiries and resolving issues with professionalism and accuracy.
- Coordinated contract preparation, review, and processing while maintaining accurate project documentation.
- Supported cross-functional collaboration between legal, financial, and municipal partners to ensure timely project administration.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Summa Cum Laude
Skills
Research and Analysis
Professional Writing and Editing
Information Synthesis
Project Coordination
Strategic Communications
Critical Thinking
Public Speaking & Presentation
Stakeholder Relations
Executive & Board Support
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the President
Children’s Hunger Fund
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Executive Assistant, Operations
Children’s Hunger Fund
11.2023 - 08.2025Read More
Receptionist, Office of the President
Children’s Hunger Fund
04.2023 - 11.2023Read More
Accounting Analyst
P3Works, LLC
05.2020 - 09.2022Read More
The Master’s University
Bachelor of Arts from Communication
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Additional Information
Awards & Acknowledgements: President’s List, Who’s Who Among American Colleges and Universities, Graduated Summa Cum Laude