Katherine H.

About Katherine H.

Passionate about creating meaningful workplace experiences, I thrive on building culture, boosting morale, and fostering engagement at dscout. As a Workplace Experience Manager on the People team, I focus on planning and executing internal events that bring our employees together—whether virtually or in person.With eight years at dscout, I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with every department, wearing multiple hats along the way. From IT and office management to event planning and employee experience, I’ve built a deep understanding of what makes a workplace both functional and fulfilling.Now, my focus is solely on events and employee experience, ensuring that every initiative strengthens our culture and supports our people. As I continue to grow, I’m eager to expand my expertise in HR and event planning, bringing new strategies and insights to the table.Let’s connect and chat about all things workplace experience, events, and company culture!

Experience

1. Manager, People Operations

   Dscout

   Mar 2026 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

   I lead People Operations with a focus on building thoughtful, scalable employee experiences. From benefits strategy and vendor partnerships to onboarding design, internal communications, and company-wide initiatives, I ensure our people systems operate smoothly while reinforcing culture, clarity, and connection across the organization.

Education

• University of Illinois Chicago

  Liberal Arts and Science, Psychology

  2007 — 2011

• University of Illinois Chicago

  Bachelor's degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

• Roosevelt University

  Certificate, Paralegal Studies

  2014 — 2015

Skills

• Social Networking
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Event Planning
• Microsoft Word
• Leadership
• Public Speaking
• Management
• Social Media
• Microsoft Office
• Restaurants
• Customer Service
• Facebook