katie shugert

Katie Shugert co-owned and operated one of the largest privately owned beef cattle seedstock operations in the United States.  Utilizing only borrowed money the business grew to approximately 18000 acres leased, 2500 acres owned and 1600 cows owned.  In 2001 Katie started a private recreational hunting club.  Utilizing the ranch land and woodlands the club efficiently managed wildlife while generating significant revenue.  In 2002, Katie was named Young Cattleman of the Year in Ohio. 

Surpassing her goals, she left the businesses in 2005, completing her Master of Fine Arts degree and starting a fine art and graphic design business.  Specializing in print design, Katie has worked for major publications, designed books and covers for national and international clients, and has fine art in many private collections nationally and internationally.  In 2008, Katie joined a leading company in one to one marketing and mass customization enabling her to offer complete web and printing solutions to businesses and individuals.

Katie is an avid cook and is currently working on a book. Cooking for her family since about middle school, Katie has honed her skills and creates meals that are healthy and delicious.

During her second pregnancy, Katie was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. Determined to manage it with diet and exercise she studied nutrition and wellness. With the birth of a healthy daughter, Katie was encouraged to help others with health challenges.

Katie lives in New York with her children; their energy and creativity are an endless source of inspiration for Katie and her endeavors.