A Conversation with the Fearless & Trailblazing Katrice Peters

At Photos by LJK, we celebrate women who conquer obstacles, break barriers, and claim their space unapologetically. Today, we’re sitting down with Katrice Peters, a powerhouse who is not only shaping the future of the world’s largest data centers but also carrying the legacy of resilience and strength passed down by her mother. Let’s dive into her story of courage, perseverance, and power.

Photos by LJK: What’s your full name?

Katrice: Katrice Peters.

Photos by LJK: Who is the woman that inspires you the most?

Katrice: Maxie Ann McAlpin—my late mother. She enlisted in the United States Army as a young woman, creating a better life for herself while raising a daughter as a single parent. She served for 25 years, retired, and then continued her work with the Corps of Engineers.

She endured hardships that the average human being couldn’t handle. She has earned her wings in heaven, but she will forever wear that superwoman cape in my eyes.

Photos by LJK: That is an incredible legacy of strength! If you could give your younger self one piece of advice, what would it be?

Katrice: Don’t be afraid. Take the leaps and bounds—you may fall, but failure is the path paved to success.

Photos by LJK: That’s a powerful mindset! What’s your go-to song when you need to feel empowered?

Katrice: Anything by Meg Thee Stallion—because confidence is key!

Photos by LJK: Period! Meg always brings the energy! What’s a passion or hobby that brings you joy outside of work?

Katrice: Ehhhhh… give me a moment.

Photos by LJK: We love an honest answer! If you had to describe yourself in one word, what would it be?

Katrice: Conquer.

Photos by LJK: Why did you choose that word?

Katrice: When depression from my mom’s passing tried to take me… when heart failure tried to take my husband… God gave me what I needed to conquer those demons.

Photos by LJK: That kind of strength is beyond inspiring. How do you celebrate your wins, big or small?

Katrice: Ehhhh… give me a moment.

Photos by LJK: No rush! What does strength mean to you, and how do you embody it?

Katrice: Strength means showing up as your authentic self. It isn’t easy showing up in melanated skin, locs, and thighs… in a white, male-dominated industry.

It takes strength to push past the comments, the stares, and the often blatant disrespect. But I show up anyway, and I don’t shrink for anyone.

Photos by LJK: That’s real. If you could make one change in the world for women, what would it be?

Katrice: No pay differences just because I am a woman.

Photos by LJK: Say it louder for the people in the back! What’s one accomplishment you’re really proud of?

Katrice: I am a Senior Construction Project Manager for one of the largest data centers in the world. I’m not just a face to look at or a realtor opening doors. I’m at the forefront of how the world operates.

Photos by LJK: That is MAJOR! Last question—if you had a billboard for one day, what would it say?

Katrice: “Chin up, baby girl! The world is yours for the taking!”

Photos by LJK: And THAT is a message every woman needs! Katrice, your fearlessness, resilience, and ability to conquer obstacles make you truly inspiring. Thank you for sharing your journey with us!

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