Katrina Wardell is an experienced professional currently serving as the Senior Executive Assistant to the CEO and Board Liaison at XQ Institute and to the Managing Director of the Education Fund at Emerson Collective. With a robust background in executive support and business management, Katrina has previously held roles such as Chief of Staff to the CEO and Founder at Sylva, Executive Business Partner to the CEO at Alto Pharmacy, and positions at Gusto and Dropbox that involved extensive project management and team coordination. Katrina is also a member of the Chief of Staff Network, further enhancing professional development and collaborative opportunities. With academic credentials that include a Bachelor of Arts from Mills College and a Master of Philosophy from Trinity College Dublin, Katrina brings a strong foundation in international political, legal, and economic analysis, along with peacebuilding and international development.