Cassidy Payne

Cassidy Payne began their career at The Frye Company in 2009, where they held the roles of Men's Footwear Buyer, Frye Direct and Retail, Assistant Merchandiser, Frye Direct and Retail, and Wholesale Client Services. In their role as Men's Footwear Buyer, they were the team lead for Direct to Consumer business and was responsible for merchandise assortment, seasonal buys and investment for stores and E-com business. As Assistant Merchandiser, they launched Frye Retail Stores and re-launched Web platform in 2011, and as Wholesale Client Services, they coordinated and analyzed shipping and EDI for large order base including Major Department Stores and 400+ Independent Accounts. In 2018, Payne joined Kathy Kuo Home as Senior Director, Ecommerce, Director of Strategy, Merchandising, and Buyer, Bedding, Kids and Outdoor.

Cassidy Payne attended the Fashion Institute of Technology, graduating in 2008 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Accessories Design and Fabrication.