Meet Director of Development Katy Hansen
Meet Katy Hansen, Director of Development
Katy Hansen joined Gabriel’s Angels as the Director of Development in October of 2024. With over 30 years of experience in communication, media, fundraising, business development, event planning, and education, Katy brings a wealth of knowledge to our team.
Katy started her nonprofit journey in 2018 as the Director of Development at United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona. Most recently, she served as the Associate Director of Major Gifts at UMOM New Day Centers. Her career also includes roles as a professional speaker, event planner, and marketing specialist for The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising; Senior Account Manager and Director of Public Relations for Knoodle Advertising; and Design Director for The Art Institute of Phoenix. Katy earned her Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Communication from Pepperdine University, and she has experience working at KABC Channel 7 in LA and KPNX 12 in Phoenix in both news and public relations.
Katy holds two master’s degrees: a Master of Business Administration from Argosy University (2016) and a Master of Education from Northern Arizona University (2005). She believes in the importance of always challenging yourself to stay “somewhat uncomfortable” so that you continue to grow in your craft and are ready for whatever life’s opportunities present.
A native of Phoenix, she strives for a strong work-life balance that incorporates her family, friends, career, and community into her daily routine. One of her favorite pastimes is walking her two dogs, Colt and Daisy.