Emily Keneally

Emily Keneally is the founder of Alice Walk, a women's clothing brand based in Boston, Massachusetts. She established the company in July 2016 with a focus on creating timeless, high-quality wardrobe pieces.1

Professional Background

Before founding Alice Walk, Emily had a diverse career:

• Brand Director at UNREAL Candy (October 2012 - April 2016)
• Associate in Cross Asset Sales at Goldman Sachs (July 2008 - September 2012)1

Education

Emily attended:

• Bowdoin College, where she earned a B.A. in Economics and Art History, graduating Phi Beta Kappa
• Noble and Greenough School (1998 - 2004)1

Alice Walk

The inspiration for Alice Walk came from Emily's personal experiences:

• She struggled to find classic dresses in high-quality fabrics for weddings she was attending
• She was frustrated with the traditional shopping experience in department stores2

Alice Walk offers:

• Semi-custom, made-to-order clothing for women
• A curated selection of fabrics sourced from high-quality textile mills worldwide
• Clothing made by seamstresses in their Boston studio2

Personal Life

Emily is married and has a daughter. She currently lives in Cohasset, next door to Hingham where she grew up.3 Interestingly, Alice Walk is named after a seaside path on Hingham Harbor, which holds personal significance for Emily as it's where her husband proposed to her.3

Interesting Facts

• Emily was a serious ballet dancer in her youth and once danced the role of Clara in the Boston Ballet production of The Nutcracker3
• She values the business aspect of running Alice Walk as much as the design process3
• Emily's approach to fashion emphasizes quality, craftsmanship, and timeless design over trendy, disposable fashion3

Emily Keneally's journey from finance to fashion entrepreneurship showcases her versatility, business acumen, and passion for creating high-quality, timeless clothing.