Katie Linendoll
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Early Life and Education
Katie Linendoll was born in Erie, Pennsylvania. From a young age, she demonstrated a strong interest in technology. While still in high school, she earned multiple networking certifications, showcasing her early commitment to the tech world. She later attended the Rochester Institute of Technology, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology New Media.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 7 Sep, 1982
- Age
- 37 yrs
- Education
- Rochester Institute of Technology
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- Gender
- Female
- Description
- American television personality
- Net Worth 2021
- 100 thousand
Broadcasting Career
Linendoll began her on-air career while still in college, hosting ESPN2's SportsZone. She then transitioned behind the scenes at ESPN, where she worked as an Associate Producer for SportsCenter. Her contributions at ESPN earned her a Sports Emmy Award. Eventually, she returned to on-camera roles, becoming a resident tech expert and frequent guest on the HSN network, where she showcased and sold consumer electronics and technology products.
Mainstream Media Contributions
Katie Linendoll has reported and contributed to several major media outlets, including The Today Show on NBC, Fox News, PopSugar, and CNN Newsroom. Early in her career, she made regular appearances on the CBS Early Show and The Nate Berkus Show. She was also a co-host of the A&E reality series "We Mean Business." On Spike TV, Linendoll hosted the show "All Access Weekly," covering gaming, comics, and emerging technologies.
Writing and Digital Media Work
In addition to her television work, Linendoll has contributed to a range of print and online publications, including Forbes.com, Fitness Magazine, Yahoo! Finance, Parents.com, and Oprah.com. She also wrote for CBSNews.com's Health Pop and People StyleWatch. Her involvement extended to tech and lifestyle media such as Gizmodo, AOL.com, Marie Claire, and The Style Network. Additionally, she has blogged for companies like Dell and Oprah.com and participated in branded media projects for companies including Cadillac, IBM, Hyatt, and Dell.