معرفی
Kate Mielitz is a **Professor of Practice** in the Department of Personal Financial Planning at **Kansas State University (KSU)** and Executive Director of Powercat Financial. She holds a Ph.D. in Personal Financial Planning from KSU and certifications as an Accredited Financial Counselor (AFC®) and Certified Diversity Professional (CDP®). Her career spans 25+ years in financial services, academia, and non-profit sectors, focusing on financial counseling, vulnerable populations, and inclusive financial education.
**Education**: Ph.D. in Personal Financial Planning (KSU), M.A. in Communications (University of Wyoming), B.A. in Broadcasting (University of Wyoming).
**Key Research Interests**: Financial capability of vulnerable populations, financial inclusion, incarcerated individuals’ reentry, and culturally responsive financial education. Her work emphasizes practical solutions for marginalized groups and systemic barriers.
**Awards**: FINRA Military Spouse Mentor of the Year (2019), AFCPE Educator of the Year (2020), and KSU’s Rising Professional Award (2024).
**Leadership & Service**: Led financial counseling programs at organizations like AFCPE and Beyond Finance. Served on the AFCPE Board and editorial board of the Journal of Financial Counseling and Planning. Active in DEI initiatives and volunteer work with the Tourette Association of America.
**Teaching**: Developed courses such as Financial Perspectives throughout the United States (Diversity Gen Ed) and Financial Health for Helping Professionals, emphasizing equity and societal financial dynamics.
