Cassandra Gates
About Cassandra Gates
Cassandra Gates serves as the Director of Product Marketing at Recess, where she focuses on marketing, branding, and product development. With a diverse background in holistic nutrition and entrepreneurship, she co-founded Broth Baby and has held various marketing roles in her career.
Current Role at Recess
Cassandra Gates serves as the Director of Product Marketing at Recess since 2021. In this role, she focuses on marketing, branding, and product development. Her responsibilities include overseeing product strategies and ensuring alignment with the company's vision. Gates previously held positions at Recess, including Marketing Director and Brand Manager, where she contributed to the company's growth and market presence.
Previous Experience at ACLU
Cassandra Gates interned at the ACLU with the Duvall Reproductive Freedom Project in 2011 for four months. This internship provided her with insights into advocacy and reproductive rights, enhancing her understanding of social justice issues. The experience contributed to her professional development and shaped her approach to marketing and branding.
Educational Background
Cassandra Gates has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Studies, focusing on Globalization, Development, and Human Rights, from Arcadia University from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, she completed a Business Planning Certificate at the Renaissance Entrepreneurship Center in 2014. Gates also studied Holistic Nutrition at Bauman College, earning a Certificate Program from 2013 to 2014, and participated in Soil Speaker Training at Kiss the Ground.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Cassandra Gates co-founded Broth Baby, a line of therapeutic bone broths available for delivery and wholesale in the Bay Area. This venture reflects her background in holistic nutrition and her entrepreneurial spirit. The product line aimed to provide health-focused options to consumers, showcasing her commitment to wellness and nutrition.
Work History in Marketing
Before her current role at Recess, Cassandra Gates held various marketing positions. She worked as a Brand Manager and Marketing Director at Recess from 2018 to 2021. Additionally, she gained experience as a Prop Stylist Assistant at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. from 2015 to 2016, and as a Server at Bar Tartine from 2014 to 2015. These roles contributed to her expertise in product marketing and brand development.