Katie Scharer

Katie Scharer is a versatile design industry professional with a strong background in business development, product sourcing, new market exploration, and color + materials management. With experience spanning apparel, wearables, tech, and home furnishings, she has worked with renowned brands like Lulu & Georgia, Williams Sonoma Inc, Fitbit, Tea Collection, Yelp.com, Cutter & Buck, and Nordstrom Product Group. Katie obtained an Associate’s Degree in Fashion/Apparel Design from the Art Institute of Seattle and has held various key roles such as Sourcing Manager at Lulu and Georgia, and positions in product development, sourcing, business development, and strategy at Williams-Sonoma, Inc, as well as management roles at other reputable companies.