Influential Woman · Media, Entertainment, and Journalism
Katie Couric
Co-Founder, Katie Couric Media
New York, NY
Her Story
About Katie
Katie Couric is an award-winning journalist, bestselling author, documentary filmmaker, and Co-Founder of Katie Couric Media, an independent media company dedicated to producing impactful journalism, storytelling, and conversations that inform and inspire audiences. Throughout her distinguished career, she has held prominent roles across major news organizations, including hosting The Today Show, serving as anchor of CBS Evening News, working as a Special Correspondent for ABC News, and becoming Global News Anchor for Yahoo News. Her reporting and interviews have established her as one of the most recognized and respected figures in American broadcast journalism.
Since co-founding Katie Couric Media in June 2018, Couric has continued to expand her influence through original programming, documentaries, digital journalism, and publishing. She served as executive producer and host of acclaimed documentaries, including Fed Up, Gender Revolution: A Journey with Katie Couric, and America Inside Out with Katie Couric. She also publishes the biweekly Wake-Up Call at Work newsletter, which delivers career insights, executive interviews, and perspectives on workplace trends and technology. As an author, she has written several books, including The Best Advice I Ever Got: Lessons from Extraordinary Lives, reflecting her interest in leadership, personal growth, and the experiences that shape successful individuals.
Beyond journalism and media, Couric is a dedicated cancer advocate whose personal experiences have strengthened her commitment to healthcare awareness, research, and early detection. She co-founded Stand Up to Cancer and the National Colorectal Cancer Research Alliance, supporting efforts to advance cancer research and improve patient outcomes. She also advocates for expanded access to breast cancer screenings and greater public awareness of early detection. Couric earned a Bachelor of Arts in American Studies from the University of Virginia and continues to use her platform to elevate important conversations, champion meaningful causes, and produce journalism that makes a lasting impact.
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