Katie Dean is an SVP Creative Director at 21Grams, known for her eclectic background and boundary-pushing work. Starting her career as a cancer research scientist, Katie’s journey has spanned fashion, science, and over decade in advertising, giving her a unique perspective on creativity and innovation.

Her career has taken her across the globe, working in major cities like New York, London, and Sydney. Along the way, Katie has earned nearly every major accolade in the industry and has become a familiar face on the judging circuit for top creative awards.

Katie is passionate about transforming women’s health through groundbreaking projects like The Cure Cup—which turns menstrual blood into life-saving research—and Good Vibes, an at-home cervical screening kit ingeniously paired with a vibrator.

Katie’s work is contributing to the evolution of healthcare advertising, driven by the hope of leaving a meaningful and lasting legacy in the industry.