A Certified Sommelier and Certified Specialist of Wine, Katherine is Director of Programs + Partnerships for Luxury & Lifestyle Brands with IHG Hotels & Resorts. At IHG, Katherine is responsible for the wine, beer, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverage programs and partnerships for over 100 hotels, restaurants, and bars, with a focus on category management, national promotions, training, procurement, guest experiences, and cause marketing. The dynamic beverage team drives the beverage programming and creative strategy for the brands in the Luxury and Lifestyle portfolio, elevating the drinking and dining experience at every unique property, with a focus on authenticity and sustainable programs.

Prior to IHG, Katherine enjoyed a varied career spanning over several disciplines in hospitality, and holds a B.S. in Hotel Administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. A former travel agent, Katherine developed her passion for travel and dining experiences with past roles that include Public Relations at Caesars’ Palace, restaurant management in Orlando and Los Angeles, and in Sports & Entertainment at The STAPLES Center, with award shows such as the GRAMMYs and Emmys, and  with the US Open and PGA organizations. Katherine began her journey into the world of personalized and unique hospitality with Marriott International’s global team. She later transitioned to Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a part of the IHG family, where she immersed herself in the world of boutique luxury. When not enjoying Sonoma County, much of her free time is spent travelling to wine regions around the world, drinking unique grape varieties and cocktails, and sharing her passion for travel, global cuisine, and local customs.