Katherine Finnegan
About Katherine Finnegan
Katherine Finnegan is a Technical Representative at The North Face, where she has worked since 2016. She has a background in cultural anthropology and experience in coaching, retail, and education.
Work at The North Face
Katherine Finnegan has served as a Technical Representative at The North Face, a VF Company, since 2016. In her role, she activates consumer-driven running and climbing events with wholesale and retail accounts across New England. She monitors industry trends and competitive landscapes, providing valuable insights that inform product development. Additionally, she delivers feedback presentations to product teams, contributing to the research, development, and design processes. Katherine also provides product training and education on proprietary technologies, such as Gore-Tex and Primaloft, to sales associates in the region.
Previous Experience
Before her tenure at The North Face, Katherine Finnegan held several positions that contributed to her expertise in the sports and retail sectors. She worked as an Assistant Track and Field Coach at The Rivers School from 2014 to 2015. Prior to that, she spent six years at Valley Bike & Ski Werks as an Assistant Buyer and Sales Associate, where she gained experience in retail operations. Katherine also worked for ten months as a Special Education Paraprofessional at Maynard Public Schools in 2014.
Education and Expertise
Katherine Finnegan earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Cultural Anthropology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Her educational background provides her with a unique perspective on consumer behavior and market trends. She studied at The Bromfield School prior to her university education, which laid the foundation for her academic and professional pursuits.