Katie Ahmed is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in operations and administration across various organizations. Currently serving as the Director of Administration at Reilly Partners since February 2023, Katie manages payroll and commissions. Previously, as the Director of Operations at the Chicago Council on Science and Technology from October 2017 to February 2023, Katie improved organizational systems, secured grants, and effectively managed vendor expenditures. Additional roles include positions as Executive Assistant for the Montessori Public Policy Initiative and Association for Illinois Montessori Schools, Manager of Operations and Communications, and adjunct professor at Aurora University. Katie holds a Master's degree in Psychology from Northern Illinois University and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Georgia Southern University.