Kate is a Senior Program Manager for the Wildlife Conservation Society’s Learning and Leadership for Conservation team, which supports the development of inspired and committed young conservationists around the world through a series of graduate scholarships, small grants, and training opportunities. She manages the WCS Graduate Scholarship Program, which promotes the next generation of conservation leaders by providing international graduate education opportunities to exceptional candidates from around the globe. Kate has been with WCS since 2005, working across several departments within the Global Conservation Program. She has over fifteen years of experience in nonprofit organization management, relationship building, and international relations. Kate holds a bachelor’s degree in public and community services studies and humanities with a minor in Spanish, and a master of science in global affairs.