Kate Dugan
About Kate Dugan
Kate Dugan serves as the Vice President of Global Product Portfolio and ESG at Beyond Meat, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in strategy consulting and finance, with previous roles at Morgan Stanley and Booz & Company.
Work at Beyond Meat
Kate Dugan serves as the Vice President of Global Product Portfolio and ESG at Beyond Meat, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the growth, adoption, and evolution of the company's product portfolio to align with consumer needs. Dugan leads successful product launches across retail and foodservice channels, ensuring that innovative solutions are delivered to meet market demands. Her responsibilities also include consumer-led pipeline development, project scoping, and management, which are critical for driving the company’s strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience
Before her current role, Kate Dugan worked at Beyond Meat as the Innovation Chief of Staff from 2020 to 2021. She has a diverse background in consulting and finance, having held positions at Morgan Stanley as an Associate and Analyst, and at Booz & Company as a Strategy Consultant. Additionally, she worked at Strategy& in various roles, including Strategy Consultant Manager and Collaboration Designer & Facilitator. Dugan also served as a Senior Consultant at Capco, contributing to her extensive experience in project management and strategic development.
Education and Expertise
Kate Dugan holds an MBA in Business Administration and Management from the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business, where she studied from 2007 to 2009. She also earned a B.A. in Economics, Chinese Language, and Culture from St. Mary's College of Maryland, completing her studies from 2001 to 2005. Additionally, Dugan studied Chinese Language at Fudan University during a study abroad program in 2004. Her educational background supports her expertise in product management and strategic consulting.
Coaching and Development Skills
In her role at Beyond Meat, Kate Dugan provides coaching and development to her teams, creating a supportive context that drives delivery and performance. Her ability to thrive in cross-functional environments allows her to effectively lead teams in addressing complex challenges and delivering innovative solutions. Dugan's focus on team development is integral to her leadership style, fostering growth and collaboration within the organization.