Hello and Welcome

I am a life-long learner, investor, and irreverent entrepreneur.

My latest endeavor is Avalanche, a venture firm that invests in early-stage technology companies transforming how people learn, earn, and own. Constantly curious, I love iconoclasts building behind massive trends that are obviously the future.

Previously, I co-founded Delivery Associates, the leading public sector advisory firm implementing technology and large-scale reform worldwide. I held various senior roles and served on the board until the company received investment from private equity.

In 2012, I founded and served as the Managing Director of Pearson Ventures (prior PALF), a $65M venture fund that invests in global EdTech companies. At Pearson, Katelyn invested in and served on the board of SPARK Schools, APEC Schools, Avanti, HarukaEDU, and Omega Schools. She also co-founded the Global Schools Forum, a trade organization for private schools in emerging markets. Katelyn also led the strategy and implementation of Pearson’s efficacy agenda and was on the founding team of the FT125 Club, a division of the Financial Times.

I started my career as a business analyst at McKinsey & Company in San Francisco, serving technology companies and large financial institutions. While at the firm I implemented the largest voucher scheme in the world in Pakistan and did a stint working on the sustainability of credit markets with the World Economic Forum and presented at the Annual Meeting in Davos in 2011.

I am a Kauffman Fellow - Class 21, was named to the Corporate Venturing Power List, was recognized on Forbes 30 Under 30 in 2014, and was named a ‘Rising Star in Venture Capital’ in 2022 by Venture Capital Journal.

My first 18 years were spent in Minneapolis, but I’ve since moved south and am now based in Austin, Texas. In the intervening years, I lived and worked globally, including in London, San Francisco, New York, Seattle, Lagos, and Lahore.

I frequently publish essays on economics, education, innovation, venture capital, corporate governance, and government policy—many of which have been translated into over five languages and shared globally. I also write a weekly newsletter, Declarative Statements, and regularly share insights on trends that are Obviously The Future.

I graduated from Duke University with high distinction in economics. Now I’m part of Duke’s Learning Innovation Advisory Council, where I help reimagine the future of on-campus and online learning.

I love slalom skiing, beautiful design, and reading great books. I’ve been learning web development, experimenting with letterpress and printmaking, and chasing the thrill of kite surfing.

Please always be in touch.