Vote For Nathan Shipley

Local Solutions, Not Party Politics

My Bio

Nathan was born and raised in Katy and attended Winborn Elementary, McDonald Junior High, and Katy High School. He holds a Business Marketing degree from the University of Houston and has spent over 20 years in consumer analytics consulting, helping major retail and manufacturing companies make clear, fact‑based decisions—experience that directly strengthens his approach to school board governance. In his senior director role at Circana, he advises executives, builds trusted partnerships, and translates complex data into practical strategies that drive results. His expertise in advanced analytics equips him to evaluate district data with clarity, ask the right questions, filter out noise, and stay focused on what truly supports student success and positive outcomes. Separate from his consulting career, Nathan is also a real‑estate investor and small‑business owner, giving him additional experience with budgeting, long‑term planning, and responsible financial stewardship.


Nathan grew up attending St. Peter’s United Methodist Church and is now an active member of Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Church. His three children are enrolled in Katy ISD schools at the elementary, junior high, and high school levels, and are involved in sports, dance, band, and choir.


His wife, Danielle, is also a proud product of Katy ISD, having attended Memorial Parkway Elementary, Memorial Parkway Junior High, and Taylor High School. A Baylor University graduate and CPA, she is now a stay‑at‑home mom and serves as Treasurer of the WoodCreek Junior High Band Boosters as well as the school’s PTA council delegate. A lifelong lover of books, she also volunteers weekly in the Wolman Elementary library.


My Key Issues

Success for Every Student

Our focus as a school district must be to ensure that every child—regardless of their social, political, religious, ethnic, or economic background—is supported throughout their Katy ISD journey and equipped with the tools and opportunities needed to succeed after graduation. A college degree is one valuable path, but it is not the only one. While some careers require higher education, our country faces a significant shortage of skilled trade workers, even as these careers offer strong demand and excellent earning potential. I will champion district programs that prepare students for all post‑high‑school pathways, including college, skilled trades, military service, and direct entry into the workforce, so every student can pursue the future that fits them best

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