Kathleen Ross

Kathleen Ross is a speaker, award-winning marketing executive, and creative strategist with more than 15 years of experience in building brands. Her leadership has contributed to growth for companies ranging from Fortune 5000 corporations to startups. Ross's career accolades include a Gold Addy Award and a Dieline Award for luxury packaging.

Ross has developed a portfolio working with prominent names in the fashion, beauty, and retail industries. She led the in-house marketing agency for The Richline Group, a Berkshire Hathaway company, and has collaborated with brands such as Oscar de la Renta, Vera Wang, and Ketel One. As global vice president of brand marketing at MONAT Global, she contributed to the company’s growth as a premium haircare brand, and as chief marketing officer of Sugarbear, she supported the brand’s global presence and retail expansion. These roles established her as a leader in brand building and marketing strategy across multiple sectors.

As a fractional chief marketing officer and certified AI consultant, Ross assists brands and organizations in navigating marketing and innovation. She is recognized for helping creative leaders integrate artificial intelligence while maintaining a focus on human connection and brand purpose. In this capacity, Ross has delivered keynotes for institutions such as St. Thomas University, discussing the impact of AI on consumer behavior and the importance of proactive adaptation for businesses and educators. As a keynote speaker and industry expert, she addresses topics including the AI revolution, communication strategies for multigenerational teams, creative leadership, and innovation in branding and marketing.

Ross launched Style Your Career, a company dedicated to providing education for the next generation of creative leaders. Style Your Career began as a passion project and has grown into a seminar and event series for college students, aiming to modernize the traditional job fair. With extensive experience as a marketing executive and creative director in the fashion, beauty, and wellness industries, Ross brings practical expertise and a commitment to mentorship to her work. She serves on the See The World Education board and volunteers for Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.