Hi, I’m Katey.

I lead sustainability initiatives and design programs that improve farmer livelihoods and regenerate farmland. I’m passionate about restructuring our food system to benefit smallholder farmers and reward regenerative production.

What I can do for you:

  • Fractional Sustainability Director

    I lead sustainability departments for emerging CPG brands.

    - Develop and execute sustainability strategies

    - Secure grant opportunities for sustainability projects

    - Build partnerships (NGO, donors, public agencies)

    - Support new product innovation from sustainability lens

    - Select and obtain sustainability certifications

    - Provide thought leadership and staff education on regenerative agriculture and fair international supply chains

  • Project Design and Management

    I develop programs for food and beverage companies that support farmers in their supply chain to:

    - Adopt regenerative agriculture practices

    - Reduce GHG emissions (insetting projects)

    - Improve yield and quality

    - I design projects in partnership with agronomists and local experts

    - I identify and develop partnerships with NGOs

    - I write proposals and grants for project funding

    - I monitor and course-correct project implementation

  • Impact Strategy and Analysis

    I create systems and processes to evaluate impact.

    - Develop sustainability metric monitoring and reporting plans (soil health, biodiversity, water, livelihood improvement)

    - Analyze ROI for adoption of regenerative practices

    - Execute farm or crop level GHG measurement and analysis

    - Identify and manage partnerships with impact measurement firms

BRANDS AND ORGANIZATIONS I’VE WORKED WITH

Testimonials

  • “Katey is simply the best. She’s smart, articulate, thoughtful, and dependable - exactly what you want in a teammate. She’s added value to our organization in countless ways and is the first person I think of for any project where we need some extra muscle. I can’t recommend her enough.”

    Anthony Corsaro, Co-Founder & President @ ReGen Brands

  • "Katey has brought invaluable expertise and leadership to our brand, seamlessly guiding us towards our sustainability goals with clarity and purpose. She stewarded our end-to-end project design and fostered a collaborative and impactful process that culminated in a funded project."

    Daniel Klausner, Senior Director of Commercial Strategy and Impact @ Hu

  • "Katey’s ability to cut through complex logistical and economic challenges was remarkable and she seamlessly engaged our diverse team, gathering essential data and insights to shape a realistic, precise pro forma and business plan. Katey’s professionalism and expertise in compiling and analyzing primary evidence made the entire process both efficient and enjoyable."

    James Nakahara, Senior Business Advisor @ Kitchen Table Advisors