Bio
Catherine Elrod, who goes by “Cat,” leads the development and execution of the institute’s communications and marketing efforts, elevating its programs, services, and impact across internal and external audiences. She manages content creation and creative production across graphic design, website management, photography, video, print materials, social media strategy and campaigns, and other multimedia assets. She also helps share stories that reflect our mission and highlight its impact across youth, community, and nonprofit programming.
Before joining the institute, Elrod served as a Marketing Account Manager for the Georgia Department of Economic Development’s Global Commerce team, where she managed marketing campaigns supporting international business initiatives. Prior to that, she worked in local television in Jackson, Mississippi, as a lifestyle and news journalist.
Education
- M.A. in journalism, University of Georgia
- B.A. in journalism, University of Georgia