Kathleen Grevers
Milford,MA
Summary
Designed educational journeys tailored to adult learners and lifelong learning participants, with integrated lectures, cultural context briefings, and reflective programming.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Director Global Programming, Founder
Seemore Global
03.2017 - Current
- Designed short-term international education programs for colleges and nonprofits across Italy, Germany, and Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Supported all phases of academic travel, including itinerary development, guest speaker coordination, and risk planning.
- Developed pre-departure toolkits and reflective curriculum modules to enhance the educational value of travel experiences.
- Focused on building equitable access to global learning through partnerships with artists, faculty, and grassroots educators.
Director of Education
Pensole Lewis College Of Business And Design
08.2023 - 02.2025
- Oversaw curriculum planning and experiential programming for a tuition-free design college.
- Supported learning partnerships with Nike, Logitech, and Foot Locker, coordinating faculty and student travel experiences.
- Led faculty onboarding and developed culturally driven learning pathways, including international industry site visits.
Interim CEO / Director of Education
Fashion Revolution USA
03.2018 - 02.2024
- Directed global mentorship and study initiatives across six countries focused on ethical fashion and sustainability.
- Designed open-access educational content, including expert speaker engagement, travel learning toolkits, and peer-led modules.
- Secured international grants and provided leadership during the nonprofit's structural transition.
Director of Experiential Learning and Community
Istituto Lorenzo De Medici
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Led U.S.-accredited international internship programs in partnership with Marist College.
- Directed all phases of student travel learning, including housing, cultural immersion, and expert facilitation.
- Built partnerships with local nonprofits and civic institutions to enhance place-based engagement.
- Developed mentorship clubs and intercultural learning experiences aligned with student development goals.
Senior Faculty and Global Programming
Rhode Island School of Design
09.2001 - 05.2018
- Led 25+ study abroad programs during Summer and Wintersession across Italy, Germany, Netherlands, and Belgium.
- Created 5-week immersive courses for design and sustainability students, integrating museum visits, artisan studios, and expert lectures.
- Managed all logistical and academic elements, including faculty collaboration, risk assessment, and pre-departure preparation.
Global Academic Research
Rhode Island School of Design
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Academic research of reporting for faculty resources for leading international programs: risk management, cultural integration, community engagement, sustainability best practices.
- Evaluated potential regional participants to assess suitability for planned studies.
- Visualized data reporting of summarized results.
- Developed analytical techniques to resolve process problems and improve research work.
Director of Education
Fashion Revolution USA
03.2018 - 08.2023
- Transformed Fashion Revolution USA into a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, overseeing legal compliance and operational infrastructure.
- Secured high-profile funding from the U.S. Department of State and Erasmus+, driving international sustainability education initiatives.
- Designed and scaled global mentorship programs, connecting students and professionals across multiple continents.
- Managed and developed a high-performing team of 22 staff and 40+ volunteers, fostering leadership and operational excellence.
- Spearheaded thought leadership initiatives, establishing Fashion Revolution USA as a key player in global sustainability education.
Faculty, Graduate Studies
Lasell Univesity
01.2021 - Current
- Teach FASH749: Fashion Ethics, a master’s-level course exploring ethical decision-making and management in the fashion industry.
- Guide students in applying ethical theories to real-world challenges across global supply chains, nonprofit business models, and marketing practices.
- Emphasize research, analytical methods, and case studies on social justice, labor rights, and sustainability to deepen understanding of modern apparel issues.
Director of International Programming
Arsutoria
10.2021 - 08.2023
- Designed and expanded global education programs.
- Secured corporate sponsorships and led scholarship initiatives.
- Supported industry-academic alignment for executive learning models.
Education
Master of Science - International Relations And Global Studies
Northeastern University
Boston, MA05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Textile, Merchandising And Design
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05.1993
Skills
- Educational Travel Planning
- Speaker Recruitment
- Adult Learner Engagement
Cross-Cultural Facilitation - Program Logistics & Risk Planning
- LMS/CRM Tools: Brightspace, HubSpot, Asana
- Budgeting & Vendor Coordination
- Compliance & Risk Management in Learning Environments
Accomplishments
- Designed and facilitated interdisciplinary courses in fashion ethics, global studies, and experiential learning.
- Supported international field programs and curriculum development in alignment with adult learning best practices.
- Consulted on global design education and professional development programming.
- Led scholarship and industry engagement strategies to expand access to international study.
Adjunct Faculty & Program Developer – Northeastern University, Lasell University, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (2020–2024)
International Program Advisor – Arsutoria School, Milan, Italy (2021–2023)
Timeline
Director of Education
Pensole Lewis College Of Business And Design
08.2023 - 02.2025
Director of Experiential Learning and Community
Istituto Lorenzo De Medici
11.2021 - 08.2023
Director of International Programming
Arsutoria
10.2021 - 08.2023
Faculty, Graduate Studies
Lasell Univesity
01.2021 - Current
Global Academic Research
Rhode Island School of Design
02.2020 - 06.2020
Interim CEO / Director of Education
Fashion Revolution USA
03.2018 - 02.2024
Director of Education
Fashion Revolution USA
03.2018 - 08.2023
Director Global Programming, Founder
Seemore Global
03.2017 - Current
Senior Faculty and Global Programming
Rhode Island School of Design
09.2001 - 05.2018
Master of Science - International Relations And Global Studies
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Textile, Merchandising And Design
University of Rhode Island
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