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Kate Nadolny
Accomplished retail executive and startup advisor
Kate Nadolny is an accomplished retail executive and startup advisor with a diverse and impressive career in the fashion and retail industry.1 She currently serves as the Chief Strategy Officer at AmeriCo Group / Basic Resources Group of Companies, a position she started in November 2023.4
Career Highlights
Current Role: As Chief Strategy Officer, Nadolny brings her extensive experience in strategy, operations, and innovation to AmeriCo Group.4
Previous Positions:
- CEO of Bandier: From May 2022 to November 2023, Nadolny led Bandier, an aspirational activewear brand.12
- PVH Corp: She held several senior roles, including:
- Head of Operations, PVH Americas (Regional COO) / Head of Innovation
- Senior Vice President, Business Strategy, Operations & Innovation
- VP Strategy & Operations1
- Lacoste: Director of Wholesale & Field Merchandising
- Nautica: Various roles in wholesale and retail analysis
- Finance: Early career experience at Lehman Brothers and Goldman Sachs12
Education and Achievements
- Undergraduate degree from Cornell University2
- TRIUM Global Executive MBA1
- Winner of the 2020 TRIUM Capstone Project with "Design Duality"2
- Fellow at 92Y Women inPower and 92Y Fashion Fellows1
Board Memberships and Advisory Roles
Nadolny has served on the boards of several companies, including:
- AlgoFace
- DesignDuality
- Algo (former)1
Expertise and Leadership Style
Kate Nadolny is known for her strategic thinking, innovation skills, and ability to navigate complex retail environments. Her experience spans from finance to fashion, with a strong focus on technology integration and business strategy.23 As a leader, she emphasizes close relationships with her team and maintains direct communication across all levels of the organization.2
