Kathryn Barry
About Kathryn Barry
Kathryn Barry is a Senior Director of Information Systems with over 30 years of experience in strategic operations and supply chain leadership. In addition to her corporate roles, she owns a small business as an artist and photographer and actively participates in community service and educational initiatives.
Current Role at Aterian
Kathryn Barry serves as the Senior Director of Information Systems at Aterian (NASDAQ: ATER), a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she oversees the strategic direction and implementation of information systems within the organization. Her responsibilities include ensuring that the information systems align with the company's operational goals and support the overall business strategy.
Previous Experience at Aterian
Before her current role, Kathryn Barry worked at Aterian as the Senior Director of Operations Planning and Integration from 2023 to 2024, and as the Director of Operations Planning and Integration from 2021 to 2023. During her tenure, she contributed to the development and execution of operational strategies that enhanced the company's efficiency and effectiveness.
Career Background in Retail Management
Kathryn Barry has over 16 years of experience in retail management, having worked at Foot Locker from 1992 to 2008 in various roles, including Merchandise Planning Manager, Corporate Trainer, and Store Manager Trainer. She later held positions at Ross Stores as Location Planning Manager and at Macy's as District Planner for Inventory and Sales, further solidifying her expertise in operations and planning.
Artistic Pursuits and Small Business Ownership
In addition to her corporate roles, Kathryn Barry owns Kasha Photography, a small business she established in 2019. As an artist and photographer, she focuses on capturing moments and creating visual narratives. This venture allows her to express her creativity while managing a successful business.
Educational Background and Community Involvement
Kathryn Barry studied Biomedical Photographic Communications at the Rochester Institute of Technology and later earned a Certificate in Grant Writing from Drexel University. She actively participates in her community as a Board Director for a non-profit organization focused on childhood trauma prevention and education, and serves as a volunteer community advisor for a local Board of Education.