The 2024 Rising Stars of the Profession: Katie Wagner

As a dynamic and results-driven professional, Katie Wagner, Consultant at Knowledge Capital Group, has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to excellence and client success. In her role, she leads projects focused on transformative change and alignment to drive impactful solutions while assisting her team in delivering strategic improvement initiatives. Wagner has played a vital role as the operational consultant in the planning and development of a new, state-of-the-art $100M Behavioral Health facility in a rural, underserved community.

Prior to her role with KCG, Wagner worked for HCA Healthcare's Trident Medical Center where she led multidisciplinary teams and drove operational optimization projects.

Wagner earned both her MHA and BA from the University of Florida. Beyond the realm of project delivery, she is passionate about fitness and mental well-being, exemplified by her love for outdoor activities. Wagner also enjoys exploring the Charleston restaurant scene and seeking unique cultural experiences through traveling.