
Katherine (Kate) Odykirk
Job Title: Senior Human Resource Business Partner - Boeing Global Services, Commercial Sales and Marketing
Company: Boeing
Industry: Aerospace | Human Resources
Mentor Since: Fall 2025
Will Mentor: Early Career MBA
Mentor Type: Albers
Profile
Background
Job Description
As a Senior Human Resource Business Partner - Boeing Global Services, Commercial Sales and Marketing I support a team of executives and manager from regions around the world, with HR related strategic, cyclical, and ad hoc actions. Anywhere from compensation analysis, corrective action, performance management, coaching, leadership training, strategic workforce development etc.
Company Description
One of the largest aerospace company in the world. Our main products are the manufacturing of commercial and defense planes.
Employment History
7 years of experience in HR at Boeing. (Roles in Learning and Leadership Development, Employee Relations, Change Management, HR Operations, Global HR Business Partner) - Started as an Intern - 2 years in the Boeing HR Rotational Program - 2025 Graduate of Boeing Leadership Next, future leader program
Education
Masters in Human Resources and Industrial Relations from the University of Minnesota Carlson school of Business
BA in Business Administration with a focus in HR and Leadership studies.
Mentoring Objectives & Scope
Mentees can expect a relaxed mentor relationship with focus on personal goals/needs. I expect a mentee(s) to come ready for a dialogue and personal reflection that is centered around career goals, and opportunities to improve.
When and where do you hold meetings with your students?
Hybrid, near SU Campus if in person.
Additional Information
I specialize in the following topic/skill areas: change management, project management, career development, coaching, resume optimization, interview prep, career planning, strategic planning/thinking, difficult conversations, leadership development/personal branding.