Katherine Cousins

CEO QUAY

Katherine Cousins is the CEO of Quay, a global eyewear brand born in Australia and raised in California, emerging from the vibrant music festival scene. Quay has expanded through 24 company-owned stores, e-commerce platforms, wholesale partnerships, and international distribution networks. In 2025, Katherine led the relaunch of Quay's optical collection—offering trend-forward, premium quality eyewear that allows consumers to express their style at an affordable price. This collection is now available through professional eyecare providers and the brand's retail locations. Quay continues to blend music and fashion influences in its eyewear designs for every occasion.

Before joining Quay in April 2024, Katherine served as Group President of Wolverine Worldwide's $400M Lifestyle brand portfolio, where she managed the strategic sale of heritage brands including Sperry, Keds, and Hush Puppies.

At Sperry, Katherine implemented a brand revitalization that delivered commercial success. She led digital transformation initiatives that increased full-price selling and operational improvements to drive more efficient growth. Prior to Wolverine, Katherine spent 15 years in various leadership and general management roles at Timberland and VF Corporation brands, including Canadian work safety brands Kodiak, Terra, and Work Authority.

Katherine serves on the boards of 1% for the Planet and The Leadership Now Project, a nonpartisan organization focused on strengthening democracy.

Katherine holds an MBA degree from the Harvard Business School, a BS degree in International Politics from Georgetown University, and a Certificat d'Études Politiques from Sciences-Po Paris. An avid traveler, she has visited more than 43 countries and enjoys spending time in the outdoors with her family and dog.