Katie Wagner

Meet Katie Wagner

President & CEO

Katie spent more than 15 years as a journalist. After graduating Magna Cum Laude from Boston University with a B.S. in Broadcast Journalism and a B.A. in International Relations, she began her career as an investigative reporter, and then spent a decade as a television and radio news anchor. Katie has worked at CBS, ABC, Fox, CNN and National Public Radio. In addition, she has appeared on dozens of commercials, educational videos and websites. She has hosted her own talk show, had columns published in major newspapers and blogs, and is a popular public speaker.

In 2010, Katie realized that she could use the skills she learned in the newsroom to help business owners connect with their clients online. She opened KWSM to help companies and organizations tell their story, building the agency with journalists, whom she knew understood how to establish a relationship with their audience and convey information in an engaging and educational way.

Katie is a proud member of Vistage, Provisors and the Young Entrepreneur Council. She has served as a member of the Advisory Board for Web Wise Kids, a non-profit focused on keeping kids safe on the internet and social media. In 2012, she was honored with the organization’s ‘Champion for Children Award.’ Over the years she has served as an Entrepreneur in Residence at Chapman University’s Leatherby Center for Entrepreneurship and Business Ethics, a Mentor for Chapman’s MBA Program, and a guest lecturer for Chapman, California Southern University and California State University, Fullerton.

Katie is also a certified first responder with the American Humane Association (She was one of the first rescuers allowed into New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina) and has worked and volunteered in dozens of animal shelters across the country. In her free time, you can find her hiking with her 5 rescue dogs, or at the barn with her horse.

We create & execute integrated digital marketing strategies that generate leads and sales.

Founded in 2010, KWSM is a team of brand journalists that helps law firms create relationships with their clients and prospects. We work with small and mid-sized firms that lack the manpower or expertise to run a digital marketing campaign in house. We also support larger firms who may have a full marketing department, but need additional direction with the digital part of their marketing strategy.

As professional storytellers, we help legal professionals express themselves through great content, authentic social media, effective online ads and compelling websites. We’ll ensure that your online presence accurately tells the story of your practice, and delivers the results you’re looking for.

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Meet the KWSM Leadership Team

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Katie Wagner

Katie Wagner

President & CEO

Stephen Wagner

Stephen Wagner

VP of Finance & Operations

Jeff Soto

Jeff Soto

VP of Client Relations

Taylor David

Taylor David

Director of Accounts

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