Katie Carroll
Katie Carroll is the Global Head of Community Programs at LinkedIn, where she leads initiatives that empower professionals to share their voices, spark meaningful conversations, and thrive as creators. Over her twelve years at LinkedIn, she has shaped the platform’s approach to news coverage, content product innovation, and creator community development.
Before joining LinkedIn, Katie was the Editorial and Social Media Director at Pulse, the pioneering news-reading app later acquired by LinkedIn, and at Hipstamatic, one of the first breakout iPhone photography startups. Originally from California and now based in London, she was endorsed by Tech Nation for the UK’s Global Talent Visa and holds degrees in Rhetoric and Political Science from UC Berkeley.
At BRIDGE Summit, Katie Carroll will share insider insights about the best strategies to build a community and influence.
Katie Carrollat BRIDGE
- Marketing Panel 9 December 4:05 - 4:25PM
LinkedIn Leadership: Why Every Company is a Media Company
Leaders are now among the most influential communication channels a company has. From CEOs building trusted followings to brands standing up editorial-style content teams, executive presence is shaping reputation, reach, and revenue. With insights from LinkedIn’s Katie Carroll and e.l.f. Beauty’s Kory Marchisotto, this session explores how leaders can show up with clarity, consistency, and personality in a world where every organization operates like a media company.
Central Stage
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