Briggs & Stratton Corp
Kathleen Henke currently serves as the Group Category Manager for New Product Development at Briggs & Stratton, where responsibilities include supporting purchasing activities, building sourcing teams, and launching battery packs and engine programs. Kathleen has a diverse background with substantial experience at Harley-Davidson, including roles as Manufacturing Supervisor and Development Purchasing Analyst, where focus was on new product launches, supplier negotiations, and continuous improvement initiatives. Educational qualifications include a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from Concordia University-Wisconsin and dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Business with Engineering Studies from Milwaukee School of Engineering. In addition to professional experience, Kathleen has contributed to youth development as a head coach for a junior volleyball team.