Catherine Howes

Background

About Catherine Howes

I am an experienced Executive Business Partner and Board Liaison with 10+ years of supporting VPs, CEOs, and senior leadership teams across technology, healthcare, and nonprofit sectors. I specialize in complex calendaring, executive support, governance, and operational leadership, ensuring leaders can focus on strategy and impact while I create order from chaos. Currently, I serve as Executive Administrator & Operations Manager at Coactuate, where I’ve formalized governance and committee structures, developed performance and promotion frameworks, and implemented company-wide processes for reviews, pulse checks, and onboarding. I also leverage AI and analytics to translate feedback into actionable insights, enabling leadership to launch new initiatives and professional development opportunities. I thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments where adaptability, discretion, and trusted relationships are key. With a strong foundation in event planning, travel coordination, expense reporting, and cross-functional project management, I bring both the detail-oriented execution and strategic partnership that empower executives and organizations to succeed.