Kate Morris

Experienced entrepreneur and co-founder focused on beauty and retail

Kate Morris is a prominent Australian entrepreneur known for co-founding Adore Beauty, which has grown to become Australia's leading pureplay beauty e-tailer. She started the business in 1999 from her garage, demonstrating significant entrepreneurial spirit and innovation in the beauty industry. Under her leadership, Adore Beauty has expanded its offerings and established a strong online presence, catering to a wide range of beauty products.1 2

In addition to her role at Adore Beauty, Kate is also a Non-Executive Director at the company and a co-founder of Glow Capital Partners, which focuses on investing in beauty and wellness brands. Her extensive experience in the e-commerce sector has made her a respected figure in the industry.1 2

Kate's journey reflects her commitment to sustainability and inclusivity within the beauty sector, and she actively engages in discussions about the challenges and opportunities facing businesses today.2 3

Experience

Co-Founder at Glow Capital Partners (Sep 2021 - Present)

Co-Founder, Director, Chief of Innovation at Adore Beauty Group (Apr 2000 - Jul 2023), Mentor at Startmate (Jan 2020 - Present), Monash Business School Business Advisory Board Member at Monash University (2015 - 2018), Non Executive Director at NORA National Online Retailers Association (Nov 2015 - Nov 2017)