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Kathleen "Katie" Garcia, MBA, SHRM-CP, is an accomplished HR and business professional with over 15 years of experience in human resources, operations, and strategic growth. She owns several successful businesses with her husband, David, including KDG Support LLC, a fractional HR firm; KDG Cleaning LLC, a commercial and residential cleaning service; KDG Solutions LLC, a property management company; and Bark Avenue Dog Spa LLC, a boutique grooming spa. Katie’s deep expertise in HR and business operations, paired with her entrepreneurial spirit, has enabled her to drive significant growth, including doubling revenue by leveraging commercial accounts.
With a passion for empowering small businesses, Katie now shares her insights through her book, Local to Lucrative, helping other companies unlock their potential in the competitive world of commercial contracts. Katie holds an MBA from Regent University, a SHRM-CP certification, and has been recognized for her leadership in diversity and inclusion, business process streamlining and veteran hiring. Her dedication to fostering sustainable business practices makes her a trusted resource for business owners striving for growth and long-term success.
My Story
My journey from HR professional to multi-business owner has been an exciting blend of challenges, growth, and vision. With a strong foundation in Human Resources and operations, I began my career helping organizations streamline processes and foster positive workplace cultures. But soon, my entrepreneurial spirit took over, and I ventured into launching several service-based businesses, each designed to meet a unique need in the community.
My husband and I have started and grown multiple businesses and become successful entrepreneurs. Drawing on my expertise in business strategy and my focus on leveraging commercial accounts, I was able to realize rapid success and see changes happen quickly. These achievements marked a personal milestone and inspired me to help other small business owners tap into their potential and achieve similar results. Through my book Local to Lucrative and my work with KDG Support LLC, I’m passionate about sharing the strategies that transformed my businesses with others who want to thrive in the competitive commercial market.
My journey is about more than building successful businesses—it’s about empowering others to realize their potential, overcome obstacles, and achieve their own growth goals.
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