Experience

As senior shopping editor, Katie connects readers with the best gifts and outdoor gear on the market. An avid nature lover, it is her personal mission to help readers find quality products that will make their lives easier and more joyful. She has personally tested hundreds of products, ranging from plant clubs to squirrel-proof bird feeders. Before joining the shopping team, Katie worked as a digital staff writer at Better Homes & Gardens and on the Taste of Home editorial team. She has over eight years of experience in the home and food space. When she’s out of the office, you’ll find her exploring Wisconsin with her husband, trying out new vegetarian recipes and watching Christmas movies.