Woman of the Week – Katie Tornow

Here at Executive Elements, we like to feature fantastic women we think you should know. Some of these women are clients, some are friends, some are women we’ve only just met. But they all have this in common: they are dynamic, interesting women who have agreed to share with us their insights and secrets to success.

My Name:
Katie Baylor Tornow

My Current Job/Company:
Director of Finance & Operations/The Association for Financial Counseling & Planning Education (AFCPE)

My Birthday:
06.30.1983

My Work:
I oversee the operational management of the organization and act as an advisor to the Executive Director. I am deeply committed to the mission at AFCPE in which we ensure the highest level of knowledge, skill and integrity of the personal finance profession by certifying and connecting professionals worldwide.

My Passion:
My family and my work.

My Family:
Mark (supportive husband), Baylor (caring daughter – 3) and Archer (huggable son – 16 Months).

My Hero or Heroes:
My grandparents. Hardworking, humble, giving and loving.

My Escape:
A good workout.

My Pet Peeve:
Going against your word.

My Indulgence:
Wine.

My Roots:
Ohio raised by a hardworking and loving family.

My Future:
Growth and openness.

My Favorite Quote:
“Today me will live in the moment unless it’s unpleasant in which case me will eat a cookie.”
~Cookie Monster.

Being present and living in the moment is something many of us strive for in life. But we all know life can happen and one must extend grace to one’s self!

My Accessory:
Smart watch.

My advice to Young Women:
We all get derailed or off course. The ability to get back on course is when true growth happens as a person.

How I Balance it All:
Self Journal: Set Targets/Priorities for the day, block time for every detail and extend my gratitude.