Katie Trowbridge

Dr. Katie Trowbridge is an award-winning educator, best-selling author, and TEDx speaker with over 20 years of experience helping teachers and leaders reimagine learning and think deeply. She’s the creator of the CREATE Method, a dynamic framework that equips educators and organizations to infuse curiosity, creativity, and deeper thinking into everyday practice. With dual master’s degrees in Teaching and Educational Administration, and an Ed.D in Innovative Teaching and Learning, Katie brings both research and real-world experience to her work. Katie has spoken to audiences across the country, delivering keynotes, workshops, and professional development that inspire change and spark engagement. Her mission is simple but bold: to create classrooms—and workplaces—where thinking is fearless, learning is meaningful, and curiosity is the norm. Through her organization, Curiosity 2 Create, she empowers educators to move beyond rote learning and equip students with the skills they need to thrive in a complex world. Her work centers on helping teachers and leaders create environments where risk-taking, reflection, and critical thinking are not just encouraged—they’re expected. Whether in schools or boardrooms, Katie champions a future of learning that is bold, human-centered, and deeply transformative.