Kate O'Hara
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Bill Starken
I have worked with Kate for the last two years as we pursued our MBA. One thing I appreciated about Kate is her desire to be on the cutting edge of technology. Kate has utilized this desire to lead Martha O’Hara Interiors into a digital marketing leader in the interior design industry. As a small business Kate’s ability to leverage digital marketing has led to MOI from a small local business, into a nationally recognized award winning firm. Kate’s vast knowledge of content marketing, social media, online advertising, and SEO has single handily allowed MOI to reach new markets that would not have available using traditional marketing methods. I would gladly work with Kate if I had the need to transform a business into a major presence in a digital world. The combination of her dedication, knowledge of digital marketing, and operational efficiencies truly makes her a must have individual.
Christine Weiss
Kate is one of those rare people who is as creative as she is analytical, as charming as she is independent. She sees the big picture with lightening speed and coordinates all the interlocking pieces with incredible attention to detail. Kate manages complex problems and projects with super-human ease and grace. I had the pleasure of supervising Kate for almost two years, and Kate never failed to impress. She is a natural and effective leader, whose judgement is impeccable. No task is too big for Kate - in the five years that I worked with her, Kate never faltered in delivering results. Kate led a complete brand redesign, managed our website development team and identified more efficient ways to allocate our marketing budget with aplomb. She has an almost psychic ability to identify risks worth taking, and never hesitates to speak up. Kate is the consummate professional, with the added bonus of being a fun person to work with - she shows incredible judgement, tempered with genuine empathy. Kate: Led the fray into digital marketing. Is effective at coordinating project efforts in-house and with outside partners. Is able to make tough decisions, without jumping the gun. Is articulate and whip smart at identifying her audience and adjusting her messaging accordingly. Is an engaging public speaker, content writer and brand strategist. Is super smart and super fast.
Bill Starken
I have worked with Kate for the last two years as we pursued our MBA. One thing I appreciated about Kate is her desire to be on the cutting edge of technology. Kate has utilized this desire to lead Martha O’Hara Interiors into a digital marketing leader in the interior design industry. As a small business Kate’s ability to leverage digital marketing has led to MOI from a small local business, into a nationally recognized award winning firm. Kate’s vast knowledge of content marketing, social media, online advertising, and SEO has single handily allowed MOI to reach new markets that would not have available using traditional marketing methods. I would gladly work with Kate if I had the need to transform a business into a major presence in a digital world. The combination of her dedication, knowledge of digital marketing, and operational efficiencies truly makes her a must have individual.
Christine Weiss
Kate is one of those rare people who is as creative as she is analytical, as charming as she is independent. She sees the big picture with lightening speed and coordinates all the interlocking pieces with incredible attention to detail. Kate manages complex problems and projects with super-human ease and grace. I had the pleasure of supervising Kate for almost two years, and Kate never failed to impress. She is a natural and effective leader, whose judgement is impeccable. No task is too big for Kate - in the five years that I worked with her, Kate never faltered in delivering results. Kate led a complete brand redesign, managed our website development team and identified more efficient ways to allocate our marketing budget with aplomb. She has an almost psychic ability to identify risks worth taking, and never hesitates to speak up. Kate is the consummate professional, with the added bonus of being a fun person to work with - she shows incredible judgement, tempered with genuine empathy. Kate: Led the fray into digital marketing. Is effective at coordinating project efforts in-house and with outside partners. Is able to make tough decisions, without jumping the gun. Is articulate and whip smart at identifying her audience and adjusting her messaging accordingly. Is an engaging public speaker, content writer and brand strategist. Is super smart and super fast.
Bill Starken
I have worked with Kate for the last two years as we pursued our MBA. One thing I appreciated about Kate is her desire to be on the cutting edge of technology. Kate has utilized this desire to lead Martha O’Hara Interiors into a digital marketing leader in the interior design industry. As a small business Kate’s ability to leverage digital marketing has led to MOI from a small local business, into a nationally recognized award winning firm. Kate’s vast knowledge of content marketing, social media, online advertising, and SEO has single handily allowed MOI to reach new markets that would not have available using traditional marketing methods. I would gladly work with Kate if I had the need to transform a business into a major presence in a digital world. The combination of her dedication, knowledge of digital marketing, and operational efficiencies truly makes her a must have individual.
Christine Weiss
Kate is one of those rare people who is as creative as she is analytical, as charming as she is independent. She sees the big picture with lightening speed and coordinates all the interlocking pieces with incredible attention to detail. Kate manages complex problems and projects with super-human ease and grace. I had the pleasure of supervising Kate for almost two years, and Kate never failed to impress. She is a natural and effective leader, whose judgement is impeccable. No task is too big for Kate - in the five years that I worked with her, Kate never faltered in delivering results. Kate led a complete brand redesign, managed our website development team and identified more efficient ways to allocate our marketing budget with aplomb. She has an almost psychic ability to identify risks worth taking, and never hesitates to speak up. Kate is the consummate professional, with the added bonus of being a fun person to work with - she shows incredible judgement, tempered with genuine empathy. Kate: Led the fray into digital marketing. Is effective at coordinating project efforts in-house and with outside partners. Is able to make tough decisions, without jumping the gun. Is articulate and whip smart at identifying her audience and adjusting her messaging accordingly. Is an engaging public speaker, content writer and brand strategist. Is super smart and super fast.
Bill Starken
I have worked with Kate for the last two years as we pursued our MBA. One thing I appreciated about Kate is her desire to be on the cutting edge of technology. Kate has utilized this desire to lead Martha O’Hara Interiors into a digital marketing leader in the interior design industry. As a small business Kate’s ability to leverage digital marketing has led to MOI from a small local business, into a nationally recognized award winning firm. Kate’s vast knowledge of content marketing, social media, online advertising, and SEO has single handily allowed MOI to reach new markets that would not have available using traditional marketing methods. I would gladly work with Kate if I had the need to transform a business into a major presence in a digital world. The combination of her dedication, knowledge of digital marketing, and operational efficiencies truly makes her a must have individual.
Christine Weiss
Kate is one of those rare people who is as creative as she is analytical, as charming as she is independent. She sees the big picture with lightening speed and coordinates all the interlocking pieces with incredible attention to detail. Kate manages complex problems and projects with super-human ease and grace. I had the pleasure of supervising Kate for almost two years, and Kate never failed to impress. She is a natural and effective leader, whose judgement is impeccable. No task is too big for Kate - in the five years that I worked with her, Kate never faltered in delivering results. Kate led a complete brand redesign, managed our website development team and identified more efficient ways to allocate our marketing budget with aplomb. She has an almost psychic ability to identify risks worth taking, and never hesitates to speak up. Kate is the consummate professional, with the added bonus of being a fun person to work with - she shows incredible judgement, tempered with genuine empathy. Kate: Led the fray into digital marketing. Is effective at coordinating project efforts in-house and with outside partners. Is able to make tough decisions, without jumping the gun. Is articulate and whip smart at identifying her audience and adjusting her messaging accordingly. Is an engaging public speaker, content writer and brand strategist. Is super smart and super fast.
Experience
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Martha O'Hara Interiors
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United States
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Design Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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CEO & Creative Director
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Feb 2019 - Present
Kate O’Hara is the CEO + creative director for Martha O’Hara Interiors where she pioneered the interior design firm’s expansion to national markets and international clientele. Today, MOI is one of the most well-known interior design studios in the country, whose award-winning work has been featured on the Today Show, HGTV, Better Homes and Gardens and beyond.
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Speaker
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Jan 2016 - Present
Named one of Austin’s Social Influencers and Minnesota’s Top 32 Under 32 Marketing Professionals, Kate is a sought-after speaker on topics ranging from social media, digital marketing, and online branding, to women in business, entrepreneurship, and creating scalability.
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Director Of Marketing And Business Development
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Jan 2010 - Jan 2019
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Marketing Coordinator
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Jul 2007 - Jan 2010
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Fay + Belle Rugs
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United States
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Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
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Co-Founder
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Jan 2016 - Present
Fay + Belle is an artisanal rug company, curating vintage and bespoke rugs for the industry's top interior designers. Fay + Belle is an artisanal rug company, curating vintage and bespoke rugs for the industry's top interior designers.
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Toodalu, LLC
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Greater Chicago Area
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Business Development Consultant
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2010 - 2010
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Chicago Public Schools
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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700 & Above Employee
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Teacher
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2006 - 2007
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Lindbergh Schools
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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200 - 300 Employee
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Teacher
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Jul 2004 - Jun 2006
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Education
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University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
MBA, Business Administration and Management, General -
Washington University in St. Louis
MAEd, Education -
Washington University in St. Louis
B.A., Anthropology, Education -
Breck School