Kathleen Olivastro

Kathleen Olivastro is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in retail operations and management across multiple industries. Currently serving as Senior Vice President of Retail Operations at Ascend Wellness Holdings since July 2019, Kathleen has successfully implemented business strategies to enhance sales and profitability in Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Previous roles include Regional Director for Illinois and Ohio at Ascend, where strategic oversight facilitated the establishment of cannabis retail operations, and Regional Director-Mid West at Ideal Image, responsible for advancing aesthetic services. Additional experience includes positions as Regional Manager at LensCrafters, overseeing business growth across 19 stores in five states, and District Manager at EXPRESS, where consistent profitability and low turnover rates were maintained. Kathleen holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Economics from the University of Missouri-Saint Louis.