Cathy Caplin

Cathy Caplin is an accomplished retail professional with extensive experience in brand merchandising and management. Currently serving as the National Brand Merchandiser and Key Account Director at ELLA STEIN since August 2024, Cathy has previously held positions such as Brand Merchandiser Manager at Brighton Collectibles and Area Manager at West Elm. Cathy's leadership expertise extends back to roles including General Manager at West Elm | Williams-Sonoma, Director of Merchandise at Luxottica NA, and Store Manager at Nordstrom's Rack Division. Cathy's career began as a Women's Apparel Buyer at Nordstrom, ultimately leading to a strong foundation in product performance, financial planning, and merchandising strategies. Cathy earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications with a minor in Fashion Merchandising from California State University, Chico, and an Associate of Arts in Communications from San Joaquin Delta College.