Kate Powers

Kate Powers is an experienced professional in sustainability and environmental management, currently serving as the ESG Reporting & Strategic Initiatives Lead at Cargill since November 2021. Prior to this role, Kate held key positions at Tennant Company from April 2015 to November 2021, including Senior Sustainability Specialist and Sustainability Specialist, where responsibilities included leading the annual Corporate Sustainability Report and waste reduction initiatives. Kate's career began at Valspar, where roles spanned from Indirect Sourcing Analyst to Commodity Manager, focusing on procurement and compliance. Earlier experience includes serving as an Environmental Specialist at U.S. Compliance Corporation. Kate holds both an MBA in Strategic Management and a BSB in Operations Management from the University of Minnesota, along with a BS in Environmental Science Policy and Management.