Katie has worked as an equine nutritionist for over 25 years. In 2023 Katie completed her PhD in Veterinary Medicine Research at the University of Glasgow. Katie studied the inter-professional dynamics between the nutritionist and veterinary professions and presented her work at European conferences and the Equine Science Society Symposium in Texas. Following her PhD, Katie is leading an initiative to set up an accreditation scheme for equine feed advisers and nutritionists under the auspices of the British Equestrian Trade Association and is working on further post-doctoral research including evaluating the provision of nutrition training in the veterinary curriculum. Katie’s areas of research interest also include peri-operative nutrition and fibre as an energy source for the athletic horse. Katie works closely with various higher education institutions including University of Glasgow and Writtle University College.

As Technical & Product Development Manager for Dengie, Katie is responsible for creating new products and ensuring they are legally compliant. She also sits on the British Equestrian Trade Association’s Feed Committee, NOPS committee and is chair of the working party that oversees the BETA approval mark for horses and ponies prone to EGUS. Katie also provides technical support for key customers and is honoured to work with the King’s studs at Sandringham and Balmoral.