Kathy, who was born and raised in Gainesville and a graduate of Eastside High School, always dreamed of attending the University of Florida. She remembers going to numerous UF games and various camps during her middle and high school years, always sporting her orange and blue. Her dream came true graduating in 1999 with a BS degree from the College of Human & Health Performance, then later moving to Orlando FL, completing her MBA degree. A former Business/STEM public school teacher, Kathy also obtained her Real Estate Brokers license and currently owns a real estate brokerage and school in the Orlando area. Kathy continues to be a proud Gator, periodically attending games and events in Gainesville with her family throughout the years.