Katrina Lake
About Katrina Lake
Katrina Lake is the founder and Executive Chairperson of Stitch Fix, known for shipping the first order from her apartment in 2011 while at Harvard, and serving as CEO for a decade.
Founder and Executive Chairperson of Stitch Fix
Katrina Lake is the Founder and Executive Chairperson of Stitch Fix. Under her leadership, the company shipped its first order from her Cambridge apartment in 2011 while she was attending Harvard. Lake served as CEO for ten years, guiding Stitch Fix through critical phases of growth and innovation. Today, she continues to influence the company’s strategic direction in her role as Executive Chairperson of the board.
Education and Expertise
Katrina Lake holds a B.S. in Economics from Stanford University and an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School. Her academic background provides a strong foundation at the intersection of fashion, retail, and technology. Lake’s extensive education has played a pivotal role in her ability to lead and innovate within the rapidly evolving retail sector.
Career Background and Experience
Katrina Lake has garnered extensive experience in e-commerce and retail. Before founding Stitch Fix, she managed the blogger platform at Polyvore, a venture-backed social commerce company. She also consulted for various e-commerce and traditional retailers while at The Parthenon Group. Additionally, Lake invested in and worked with multiple entrepreneurs and startups during her tenure at Leader Ventures.
Passion for Empowering Women
Katrina Lake is passionate about helping women achieve everyday confidence. Throughout her career, she has focused on making fashion accessible and exciting for women. Her work at Stitch Fix reflects this commitment, with the company’s personalized styling services designed to help women feel confident in their day-to-day lives.