Katie Farina

Katie Farina is an experienced professional in athlete performance and innovation, currently serving as the Manager of Athlete Performance - Innovation at adidas from November 2021 to October 2024. In this role, Katie develops athlete-centered research focused on enhancing performance through footwear interventions. Previously, Katie contributed as the Manager of Concept Testing - Advanced Creation, collaborating across various teams to integrate biomechanics and sports science into product concepts. With a solid academic background, Katie served as a Pro Tem Instructor at the University of Oregon and worked as a Human Performance Specialist at the Bowerman Sports Science Center, where performance testing and consultation for athletes were key responsibilities. Katie holds a PhD in Human Physiology from the University of Oregon and a Master's degree in Exercise Science from Appalachian State University, emphasizing research in biomechanics and injury prevention.