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HI, I'M KATIE.

Katie has over 20 years of professional HR experience in multiple leadership and consultative roles. Her work has spanned a variety of employment sectors, including municipal government, healthcare and professional employer organizations. She has developed expertise in all facets of human resources including talent management, total rewards, performance management and compliance, and more.

At James Moore, Katie advises clients on HR-related matters. When partnering with an organization Katie, invests time in understanding the culture, challenges and goals to ensure her recommendations are uniquely tailored to meet the client needs. Her keen ability to establish rapport and communicate effectively with all stakeholders enables her to build strong relationships and implement sustainable HR strategies.

Katie holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and is certified with her PHR. She has also been a panelist and session leader at events such as the Forbes School of Business Thought Leadership Summit, the Jacksonville We Rise Women’s Conference, Jim Moran’s Small Business Leadership Conference, FL/KS/AL Healthcare Leadership Association Conference, HR Florida, DisruptHR, and SHRM National Conference. She has also been a guest on various podcasts such was “What the Health Happened,” “The H in HR,” and “Dear HR Diary.”

Weathering the Workplace Weird

Tuesday, April 7, 2:45 PM

Navigating Today’s Forecast: Generational Fronts, AI Storms, and the Same Old Thunderclouds

The modern workplace forecast is… unpredictable. One minute it’s sunny collaboration, the next it’s generational gusts, AI turbulence, and the occasional downpour of déjà vu. Weathering the Workplace Weird takes a grounded look at what’s really happening in our professional climate—and how to keep your footing when the winds shift.

As new technologies roll in and generational systems collide, some clouds just refuse to clear—issues like professionalism, respect, harassment, and conflict that seem to circle back no matter the season. Together, we’ll unpack how to navigate these repeating weather patterns with composure, empathy, and a mindset built to handle even the stormiest days.

Forecasting Generational Fronts
Understand how each generation brings its own microclimate—different values, communication styles, and comfort zones—and learn how to predict and bridge the gaps before storms form.

AI on the Radar
Explore how the rising AI front is reshaping workflows, creativity, and expectations, and discover how to stay adaptable when technology keeps changing the forecast.

Same Forecast, Different Day
Some workplace behaviors seem to show up in every forecast—unprofessional conduct, recurring conflict, and even harassment that just won’t clear. This takeaway explores how to recognize those repeating patterns, hold employees accountable, and guide them from storm-watching to storm-resolving—turning ongoing issues into opportunities for lasting change and a healthier workplace climate.