Katelynn Whitaker

Commander
DISC Type : D

Global Experiences and Events marketing, Microsoft Elevate at Microsoft

New York, New York, United States

Overview

Katelynn is a marketing and communications leader at Microsoft, focusing on global experiences and events. With expertise in marketing to Millennials and Gen Z, she has a passion for driving social impact through storytelling. People who have worked with her describe her as strategic, communicative, and proactive. She is a graduate of the University of Southern California.

Outside of her professional life, Katelynn is deeply invested in health and wellness, holding a certification as a Group Fitness Instructor. Her extensive work with philanthropies like Movember and her focus on social causes highlight a strong commitment to community involvement and making a positive impact.

She once had the incredible experience of ringing the Nasdaq closing bell to celebrate the fundraising work for mens health.

Personality Overview

Decisive

Strong-Willed

Risk-Taker

They like to move fast and expect the same from others.  They prefer to be the ones controlling the conversation or defining the terms. They take a lot of pride in personal achievements.

Topics They Care About

Social Impact Storytelling
Her career is focused on supporting organizations with their mission and brand objectives, with a specific passion for driving social impact through storytelling.
Event Marketing
Her current role is in Global Experiences and Events marketing at Microsoft, and she has highlighted that in-person connection and events are a major focus for her.
Men's Health Advocacy
She spent over eight years in marketing leadership at Movember, the leading global charity focused on men's health, and continues to speak on panels hosted by them.

Media Appearances

Katelynn has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2025
Global Experiences and Events marketing, Microsoft Elevate at Microsoft
11-2025
The Media Network Member at Our Third Place
1-2024 - 7-2024
Marketing Strategist at Microsoft
9-2020 - 11-2022
Founding Member at Kindred
6-2019
Marketing & Communications Consultant at Freelance

Education

2008 - 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) from University of Southern California
Journalism from City St George’s, University of London

More Information

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Exp : 15 Location : New York, New York, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Global Experiences and Events marketing, Microsoft Elevate at Microsoft
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Insights For Selling To Katelynn

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Refer to testimonials from well-known industry leaders
  • Use phrases like ‘it’s your decision’, ‘strategic impact’ etc.
  • Objectively showcase the impact that your product creates

DONT's

  • Don’t be in a rush to invite them for a social meet and greet
  • Don’t focus on process and rules, give the impression of being a ‘gets it done’ person
  • Avoid being too verbose

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Katelynn is

  • Confidence in impact is paramount to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Katelynn

  • If they are not convinced, they will have no hesitation in telling you the same.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Katelynn move?

  • They can reach decisions fairly quickly if they are convinced.
  • Can Katelynn take some risk or not?

  • They don’t mind risks but can be quite binary about them.

You And Katelynn

Personality Compatibility


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