Katelynne Katona

Katelynne Katona is a results-oriented leader with over 20 years of experience in the guest service industry, currently serving as the Regional Manager for Central BC at lululemon.1 She has been in this role since June 2018, managing and developing a multi-unit business in the region.1

Professional Experience

Katelynne's career at lululemon includes:

• Regional Manager | Central BC (June 2018 - Present): In this role, she focuses on:

  • Owning the big picture strategy for market growth and development
  • Leading the people strategy to build and accelerate the talent pipeline
  • Developing leaders through intentional listening and a drive for results
  • Creating best-in-class guest experiences
  • Building strong cross-functional partnerships within the organization1

• Director, North America Retail Operations (July 2019 - August 2020): During this 12-month contract, Katelynne led teams across various areas, including new store openings, day-to-day retail operations, in-store guest experience innovation, retail communications, and implementation project management.1

Skills and Strengths

Katelynne describes her leadership style as being based on trust, candor, and possibility.1 Her key strengths include:

• Activator
• Developer
• Positivity
• Input
• Relator1

Additional Interests

Outside of her work at lululemon, Katelynne is a wine Sommelier and operates as a Wine Consultant under the name "The Wine Thief".1 She specializes in wine and hospitality consultation, as well as sommelier-guided wine tastings.1

Katelynne is passionate about attracting and developing top talent leaders, being a voice for lululemon stores, and creating conditions for connection within the organization.1