As Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Katie Fitzgerald leads the implementation of
Feeding America’s strategy, working hand in hand with member food banks and other key partners to advance an America where no one is hungry. In her role, Katie oversees and facilitates synergy among Feeding America’s Equity and Program, Supply Chain, Network Engagement, Research, and Strategic Partnership functions. Katie and her team work to develop and implement changes in Feeding America’s operating model in support of our strategy and outcomes, together with the food banks as well as new partners who complement our core capabilities. Another important part of her role is building and enhancing relationships with network leaders and other key partners to clearly define shared goals and co‐create strategies and plans for achieving those goals in support of our vision and mission. Katie earned her bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University and a master’s degree in social work from the University of Michigan. She and her husband have three children.