Katie is a Houston native who returned home after graduating from Texas A&M University. She grew up in and remains involved at Second Baptist Church. Since returning home, she met her husband Ben at Second, started the Young Professionals Board and Group for Small Steps Nurturing Center, served in various leadership roles within in the Houston Association of Professional Landmen, is an alumna of The Children’s Fund, and has served on her neighborhood association’s board of directors in various roles. Katie is the Vice President, Land, of Dunn Exploration Company, LLC. Katie and Ben’s favorite role, however, is raising their son. In her free time, Katie enjoys exploring Texas with her “buddy boys” (as she refers to her husband and son) and hosting people at their home for a good meal and good conversation.