Season 2, Episode 9: Katie Jones

Katie Jones is the CEO & Founder of Nimble Group, LLC, a Certified B Corporation dedicated to curating transformative HR events that educate, connect, and inspire. A visionary leader with a dynamic career spanning event management, leadership development, and product strategy, Katie is passionate about fostering authentic connections and empowering professionals to thrive. Since joining the company in 2016, she has navigated multiple leadership roles, from Speaker Manager to COO, before stepping into ownership and rebranding the organization to reflect its bold new direction. Under her leadership, Nimble Group has become a trusted name in the HR community, known for delivering top-tier learning experiences that challenge the status quo. Katie’s journey is defined by adaptability and fearless innovation—whether successfully transitioning major HR conferences to virtual platforms during the pandemic or reimagining in-person events to drive deeper engagement. She thrives at the intersection of strategic vision and human connection, ensuring that every event leaves a lasting impact. A graduate of West Virginia University with a BS in Journalism & Advertising, Katie is also committed to mentoring the next generation of women leaders through her work with Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Olympia Snowe Women’s Leadership Institute. Outside of work, she’s a dedicated mom, an advocate for meaningful work, and a firm believer that leadership starts with showing up—fully and authentically. Follow Katie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heykatiejones/ Download a copy of our FREE Book List, which includes books written by and recommended by our speakers: kdwinchenbach.com/leadfearlessly.