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Meet Katie Groke, Apex Park and Recreation District
By Monica Bowser, Marketing Administrator, Apex Park and Recreation District
Katie Groke has been working in the Parks and Recreation field for almost seven years, beginning her career at Apex as Director of Marketing and quickly moving up to Director of Community Services. Katie is a “yes” person who is always willing to jump in and do whatever is needed. When Katie is not overseeing Guest Services, Emergency Services, Marketing, Special Events, and the Active Adult department at Apex, she jumps in with both feet to help her community. Katie sits on the Legislative Committee for CPRA, is a Board Member for Porchlight-A Family Justice Center, sits on the Arvada Chamber Board, and is raising two exceptional children with her husband, Adam. Katie also leads the CPRA Marketing group and brings her excellent knowledge of branding and fun!
Katie has changed the face of Marketing at Apex Park and Recreation. While working at Apex, she led the rebranding of the district and created two new positions: Emergency Management Manager and Marketing Administrator. Her vision for the big picture is opening doors for employees and increasing community opportunities.
Katie’s philosophy is to be yourself. If you cannot be yourself in your work, life, and relationships, that is not where you should be and who you should report to. Find a leader who will let you be yourself. She talks about being on the journey and having a vibe. Katie sets a tone with her employees, coworkers, and community. She pushes us to believe in ourselves and reminds her people daily that if you are hiding and shrinking to fit in, you are not being you and not being happy.
Katie is the person you want in your life. She makes you want more, be more, and do more!
