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Kate Fisher

San Francisco Bay Area

Summary

Strategic Innovator with 20+ years of experience in scaling mission-driven brands and optimizing cross-functional operations. Proven track record in driving revenue growth through targeted product assortments, strategic partnerships, and data-driven decision-making.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT

KATE FISHER CO
09.2023 - Current
  • Consulting brands on growth strategy, product development, sourcing, and supply chain
  • Helping brands succeed—from vision to launch, with expertise in sustainability

FOUNDER & CEO & PRODUCT DIRECTOR

WVN
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Drove category growth by developing & managing a product assortment of 300+ SKUs, achieving $3M in the first year
  • Directed design, development, and merchandising of 300+ SKUs across two seasonal fashion lines
  • Collaborated with merchandising, sourcing, and logistics teams to streamline production for 400+ Whole Foods and 100+ independent retailers
  • Led cross-functional projects, optimizing inventory planning, and forecasting to meet revenue and margin targets
  • Managed partnerships with Whole Foods and Madewell, driving a 400% revenue boost while improving supply chain efficiency
  • Partnered with 8 GOTS fair trade certified factories, overseeing supplier compliance and relationships

FOUNDER & CEO & PRODUCT DIRECTOR

SYNERGY ORGANIC CLOTHING
11.1993 - 08.2021
  • Transitioned to organic fibers in 2007, pioneering sustainable apparel production
  • Spearheaded category management across two seasonal collections (400+ SKUs), partnering with key accounts like Whole Foods, REI, and URBN
  • Expanded distribution to 1,500+ wholesale and 100K+ DTC customers through strategic partnerships
  • Led design, production, and merchandising of two collections (400+ SKUs) per year
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making for inventory planning and marketing strategies, resulting in streamlined operations and 150K+ units distributed annually

Skills

  • Business Strategy
  • Go-to-Market Strategy
  • Category Management
  • Operations Management
  • Strategic Partnerships
  • Growth marketing
  • Project Management
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Product Development
  • Merchandising
  • Financial Acumen
  • Marketing
  • Brand Management
  • Collaboration
  • Strategic Thinking

Accomplishments

  • Scaled Synergy Organic Clothing to $9.5M through the creation of targeted product assortments, efficient supply chains, and strategic business partnerships and brand events.
  • Enhanced market reach by managing distribution to 1,000 +stores and 4,000 + DTC customers annually, increasing brand visibility, revenue growth, and customer loyalty.
  • Achieved B Corps, Fair Trade USA, and GOTS certifications, enhancing traceability and claims.

Timeline

PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT

KATE FISHER CO
09.2023 - Current

FOUNDER & CEO & PRODUCT DIRECTOR

WVN
08.2021 - 05.2023

FOUNDER & CEO & PRODUCT DIRECTOR

SYNERGY ORGANIC CLOTHING
11.1993 - 08.2021
Kate Fisher