Hometown:
Alexandria, Louisiana
Education:
Mount St. Mary Academy in Little Rock, Arkansas, and University of Arkansas
Family:
Catherine Bays has one daughter.
Areas of Expertise:
Campaign planning studies, capital campaigns, annual fundraising campaigns including major gifts and legacy giving, nonprofit management, strategic relationship building, research, project management, and volunteer engagement.
Community Involvement:
Catherine serves on the CFRE International Board of Directors and is involved in the Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority Alumni (Arkansas chapter), University of Arkansas Alumni (Central Arkansas Chapter), and the Association of Fundraising Professionals (Arkansas chapter) Board of Directors.
Fun Fact:
Catherine studied classical ballet for many years which offered exciting opportunities to travel and train with some of the greatest ballet teachers, nationally and internationally. After a professional performing career, she started and directed a nonprofit ballet company in Northwest Arkansas for many years. She is certified in several ballet pedagogies.
Hobbies:
Catherine enjoys walking, Pilates, all things related to art, dance and theater, biking, outings with her dog (Colette), reading, time with family and friends. She’s always on the hunt for good gumbo on her travels!
What I like about the Steier Group:
I am thrilled to have the opportunity to benefit others by sharing my years of fundraising experience. There is great joy in helping others to reach their goals and dreams. It is a pleasure to be part of a very successful and cohesive team. I am impressed by the repeat clients the Steier Group has served and the longevity of the staff.
