Director of Client Success Spotlight: Katie Hernandez
Continuing our Women’s History Month series, we celebrate Katie Hernandez, our Director of Client Success. Katie’s story exemplifies the power of diversity in leadership and her passion for building strong teams.
Growing up in South Florida, Katie was immersed in a vibrant mix of cultures. This experience instilled in her a deep appreciation for diversity and a strong work ethic.
Here’s how her background shapes her leadership:
Reflecting on her career, Katie recalls being one of the only women in her early computer science classes. However, she acknowledges the positive shift in female representation within tech leadership roles. She credits inspiring mentors, like Ms. Charters, who encouraged her to pursue her passion for technology.
Katie acknowledges the challenges women in leadership positions can face, particularly balancing work and personal life. For her, finding a supportive team was crucial. The Automation Company’s culture allows her to be fully present in both roles, thanks to a strong support system within her team and beyond.
Katie applauds The Automation Company’s dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). She highlights the company’s recognition as the 2023 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Global HEART Award recipient by HubSpot. Katie emphasizes the importance of fostering a collaborative environment where knowledge is shared freely and everyone feels heard. She believes her own professional growth is a testament to the opportunities available at The Automation Company.
Katie’s advice to aspiring women leaders is to embrace their authenticity. She encourages them to share their experiences, knowledge, and energy. Don’t be afraid to speak up and contribute your unique perspective, it might be exactly what the team needs. Embrace your strengths, but also possess the humility to seek help when needed.
Katie Hernandez embodies the spirit of a supportive leader who thrives in a diverse environment. Her journey and advice serve as an inspiration to women pursuing leadership roles in tech.
Stay tuned for future installments of our Women’s History Month blog series, where we will spotlight more of the amazing women who make The Automation Company a great place to work!