Katelyn joined the Research Council in 2021. She comes from an artistic and marketing background and has worked with local businesses in both a full-time and consulting capacity. Katelyn has a Masters in Arts Administration and a graduate certificate in Nonprofit Management from Wayne State University. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Art and Art History from Albion College.

Outside of the Research Council, Katelyn is an active photographer, soccer coach, and nonprofit board member.