Katie has more than a decade of economic development experience, spanning multiple states, public, private, and non-profit sectors. She currently leads CEG’s business attraction and expansion activities; directs and implements strategies for entrepreneurship, growth, workforce, and talent. Prior to joining CEG, she led economic development for National Grid in the Capital Region. At Capitalize Albany Corporation, Katie helped manage business development and Downtown Albany’s Revitalization Plan. Before moving to the Capital Region, Newcombe served as Northwest Region Director, where she led business attraction and expansion efforts on behalf of the Department of Community and Economic Development and Governor in a 12-county region of Pennsylvania. Newcombe received dual BS degrees in economics and finance and an MBA from Pennsylvania State University.
