Kenny Perkins

Kenneth is an experienced and passionate design leader, with 10+ years in consumer goods. He is currently the VP of Design and Development at Windpact where he leads the company’s commercial strategy. He is also responsible for business development and strategic partnerships and has worked directly with large retailers such as REI, Target and Dicks Sporting Goods and major licensed partners like Champion, Kenneth Cole, Tommy Bahama & Sperry Top-Sider.

Prior to Windpact he led design and development at Bern Helmets where he partnered with major companies like Bird and Lime to champion head protection in the Micromobility space. His experience with overseas manufacturing and the design and development process has allowed him to bring hundreds of successful products to market, across numerous categories.

Perkins design inspiration and dedication to creating meaningful products and experiences is sparked by his insatiable love of travel. Born and raised in Northern Virginia, he studied Industrial Design at the College of Creative Studies in Detroit. He has traveled to over 22 countries, spanning 5 continents and after stops in Boston and Dallas, he currently calls Brooklyn, NY home.