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In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Katie Norris Tipton, who shares her incredible story of dedication, resilience, and purpose. From earning her Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice with a double minor in Sociology and Social Work to building a 28-year career with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice Parole Division, Katie opens up about life on the front lines of the justice system.

She reflects on:
✅ Starting out at JC Penney Insurance Company
✅ 14 years as a Parole Officer
✅ Promoted to Hearing Officer with the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles
✅ Retiring in 2025 after decades of public service
✅ Raising two amazing kids (now 26 & 18) and welcoming her first grandson
✅ Finding true love and marrying the love of her life in 2020

Join us as Katie talks about career, motherhood, and what it means to find new beginnings at any age.

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