Cathy Kelley

Cathy Kelley has a wealth of work experience in the fashion industry. Cathy most recently worked as a Product Development Specialist at Fechheimer starting in July 2023. Prior to this, they held the role of Technical Designer at Cintas since April 2017. From July 2015 to April 2017, Cathy worked as a Technical Designer/Patternmaker at Chicago Protective Apparel.

Before that, they were a Technical Designer at Winston Brands, Inc. from January 2010 to July 2015. Cathy also gained experience as a Senior Technical Designer at Sears Holdings Corporation from June 2009 to September 2014. Cathy has teaching experience as well, having served as an Adjunct Instructor in the Fashion Studies Program at Columbia College Chicago from January 2011 to May 2012.

Early in their career, Cathy worked as a Tailor at Perfect Fit Tailoring and Custom Design from 2009 to 2012. Cathy also held positions as a Designer/Technical Designer for Apparel & Accessories at Gymboree from 1996 to 2002, and as an Assistant Designer at I.B. Diffusion from 1992 to 1995. Starting in 1989, they began their career as a First Hand at Goodman Theatre, further contributing to their diverse skill set.

Cathy Kelley's education history includes attending the University of Cincinnati, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Fashion Design. The duration of their studies and whether they completed the degree is not specified.